Begins the Trail Reagan Statue
River Street, Dixon, IL 61021
Museums
A bronze statue of Ronald Reagan on a horse he rode nearly 60 years ago, sits at the head of the Heritage Crossing Riverfront Plaza located on River Street in downtown Dixon.
It is located on River Street in downtown Dixon. The statue was created by local artist Don Reed and serves as the centerpiece of Heritage Crossing, an open-air plaza that looks out onto the Rock River. This area is easily accessible and available for events and can be booked for weddings, receptions and more. This area also has a 4 slip boat dock affording easy access for boaters to stop and explore downtown Dixon. Illinois 250
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Absolutely Abstract Art Exhibition in Dixon
Jun 03 – Jul 11 @ 10AM
A juried exhibition celebrating bold 2D and 3D abstract art at The Next Picture Show in Dixon, June 3–July 11, 2026.
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Dixon City Market
Dixon Riverfront Park • Jun 24 @ 5PM
Enjoy food, shopping, and live music every Wednesday evening at the Dixon City Market Summer Series on the Dixon Riverfront from 5–8 p.m.
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62nd Petunia Festival in Dixon
Downtown Dixon • Jul 02 – Jul 05 @ 8:30AM
The 62nd Annual Dixon Petunia Festival returns to Dixon, Illinois, July 2–5, 2026, with four days of live music, carnival rides, food, family fun, a parade,…
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