Looking for exciting entertainment for the whole family? Look no further than our vibrant Downtown Sterling!

Explore Downtown Sterling is thrilled to announce two fantastic events for 2025:

The Taste of Sterling on June 28th, 2025

Halloween Town on October 11th, 2025

Contact:

exploredowntownsterling@gmail.com

502 1st Ave Sterling, IL 61081

(815) 310 - 6953

Upcoming events

  • Shop Small Specials

    Weekly shop small specials will be promoted on all social media platforms and our mailing list. Sign-up for all the latest deals for all the small businesses downtown Sterling.

    Email Sign-Up

  • Taste of Sterling

    June 28th, 2025 11am to 4pm

    Start your summer right with sidewalk sales, food, games and fun for all ages. Walk downtown shop, eat, and enjoy time with family and friends. Do you have small business sign-up below to be a part.

    Vendor Sign-Up

  • Halloweentown

    October 11th, 2025 1pm to 6pm

    Halloween specials, costume contest, kids games, corn maze, food trucks, music and more fun.

    Vendor Sign-up

Our mission at Explore Downtown Sterling is to revitalize our downtown area, support local businesses, and create unforgettable experiences for our community.