Chrisman Days is back for 2025! Enjoy three days of fun, food, music, and community events in Chrisman, Illinois. The celebration is hosted by local organizations including the Chrisman Fire Department, American Legion Auxiliary, and Chrisman Area Community Club.
Friday, September 5, 2025
7:00 AM – Bake Sale by American Legion Auxiliary in front of the American Legion Hall.
8:00 AM – All-town yard sales begin and last throughout the day.
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM – Chrisman Volunteer Firemen selling raffle tickets.
9:00 AM – Book sale opens in front of the Chrisman Library.
12:00 PM – Vendors open in City Park. Interested vendors can contact Josh Lovett at (217) 251-8312.
4:00 PM – Cruise-In Car Show begins on the west and south sides of the city square. Classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles, jeeps, and trucks featured. Dash plaques for the first 100 entries. No registration fee.
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Raffle ticket sales by Chrisman Area Community Club in City Park.
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Ham & Bean Dinner in City Park, sponsored by Chrisman Volunteer Firemen. – Free will donations will be accepted.
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Battle Creek Band on the City Park bandstand. Bring your own chair.
5:00 PM – Doors open at the American Legion for Glow Bingo, starting at 7:00 PM.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
7:00 AM – Bake Sale by American Legion Auxiliary in front of the American Legion Hall.
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Sausage & Pancake Breakfast at the American Legion Hall, sponsored by Chrisman Area Community Club. Raffle tickets also available.
8:00 AM – All-town yard sales continue.
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM – Chrisman Volunteer Firemen selling raffle tickets.
9:00 AM – Vendors open in City Park. Book sale resumes in front of the Chrisman Library.
10:00 AM – Kidding Tractor Pull, sponsored by Chrisman Farm Center, in City Park.
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Moonlight Entertainment DJ Music on the bandstand.
11:00 AM – Cale Walk in City Park, sponsored by the Band Booster Club.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Fish sandwiches served in City Park by Chrisman Volunteer Firemen.
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM – Chrisman Area Community Club selling raffle tickets in City Park.
12:00 PM – Midnight – Beer Tent opens north of American Legion.
1:00 PM – Tim Hollingsworth Memorial Cornhole Tournament in front of the Legion. Sign-up begins at noon.
3:00 PM – Parade begins. Line-up in front of Pleasant Meadows Senior Living on W. Washington Ave. Registration not required. Questions? Contact Shawna Boyer 217-921-1032.
4:00 PM – Truck & Tractor Pull at Centennial Park. $25 entry fee; 70/30 payback. Contact Rochard Haga 217-304-6015 or Dennia Tingley 217-251-4938.
4:00 PM – Jonah Fish Fry in City Park, sponsored by Chrisman Volunteer Firemen.
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Travis Henry Band on the City Park bandstand.
7:00 PM – Chrisman Volunteer Firemen raffle drawing on the bandstand.
7:15 PM – Chrisman Area Community Club raffle drawing on the bandstand.
Sunday, September 7, 2025
10:00 AM – All-Denomination Church Service in City Park, sponsored by Chrisman Minister Alliance. Featuring The Kramers. Bring your own lawn chairs. Location may change in case of inclement weather.
11:00 AM – Sunday Lunch at the American Legion, served by the American Legion Auxiliary.
Plan your visit: Chrisman Days offers something for everyone — from yard sales and bake sales to live music, food, and family-friendly competitions. Don’t miss this annual community celebration in Chrisman, Illinois!
