THE FOLLOWING IS A CITY OF DANVILLE RELEASE
We declare the Games of Danville open, celebrating the 2026 Olympics of the modern era!
First Fridays in Downtown Danville welcomes the 2026 Danville Olympics as the first outdoor event of the season on Friday, April 3, from 5–8 PM. Bring a team of 2–5 friends or family members for an evening of FREE mini tailgate-style games, live music at Temple Plaza by Groovetown, food trucks, and refreshing brews!
Local businesses are stepping up as proud “event hosts,” bringing their most exciting and competitive mini games to Vermilion Street and transforming Downtown Danville into our very own Olympic Village.
Teams of 2–5 will report to the check-in area—your official Athlete Credential Station—to receive a scorecard and a map of the event layout.
From there, the torch is in your hands.
Compete in as many mini events as possible to earn points, climb the leaderboard, and go for Danville gold. Every challenge conquered moves your team closer to the podium and the chance to claim grand prizes and ultimate Olympic bragging rights.
And for those who want to join the festivities without competing for medals, we’ll also offer several open-play exhibition games. No team required, just the spirit of fun and friendly competition.
Join us for the Danville Olympics on Friday, April 3, from 5–8 PM at Temple Plaza in Downtown Danville, IL!
For more information regarding Danville Olympics and more upcoming events, please visit our website: https://www.cityofdanville.org/373/First-Fridays-in-Downtown-Danville
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors:
The News-Gazette, D102, OSF Health Care, KISS Country 103.1, Kool 93.9 FM, AT&T,
Education Personnel Federal Credit Union, Saltgrass Steak House, Thyssenkrupp Dynamic
Components Danville, Kirchner Building Centers, Old National Bank, Watchfire, Hall of Fame
Plaques & Signs, Carle, Faulstich, Aqua, Kelly Printing Co., Farnsworth Group, Landmark
Credit Union, Christie Clinic and Ross Webb – State Farm Insurance Agent
