Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120
Cultural Centers
Home of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, this facility contains a 1200-seat theatre and an 11,340 square foot exhibition hall with fully equipped banquet kitchen. Host to many well-known artists.
Located in the Center City area along the banks of Elgin’s award-winning Riverwalk, The Hemmens Cultural Center is the cornerstone of Elgin’s growing arts community. Since its opening in 1969 with a concert by renowned pianists Ferrante & Teischer. This intimate 1,200 seat theatre is a favorite venue for seeing stars up close. In the past few years, audiences have been treated to such names as Bob Newhart, Phil Vassar, Garrison Keillor, The Ides of March, Blue Oyster Cult and much more. Attending a performance at The Hemmens is an experience not to be missed; clear sightlines and wide aisles provide an unparalleled concert and theatre-going experience where patrons get the sense of sitting in a luxury suite
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Elgin Fringe Festival
Downtown Elgin • Sep 20 – Sep 29
The Elgin Fringe Festival celebrates the performative and visual arts throughout downtown Elgin.
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Downtown Elgin Market
Riverside Drive • Sep 06 – Oct 11 @ 3PM
A seasonal open-air farmers market that hosts a variety of local produce and handmade goods.
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Elgin's Annual Short Film Festival
The Hemmens Cultural Center • Oct 05 @ 5PM
The Elgin Short Film Festival (ESFF) is an annual festival with a hybrid event – in-person viewing and a virtual screening option.
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