Starved Rock Family Campground

Tie Dye Craft
2026-07-04 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | At the camp store
Make an awesome Tie Dye T-shirt to celebrate the 4th. $10 for adults, $7 for kids, $5 if you bring your own shirt.

Bingo and Craft
2026-05-02 00:00 - 23:59
Join us every Saturday for an easy, family-friendly tradition: Bingo and Craft. Come play a few rounds of bingo for a chance to win prizes, then stick around to make a simple craft. It’s a great way to meet other campers, give kids something fun to do, and add a little “camp event” energy to your weekend.

4th of July Celebration
2026-07-03 08:00 - 2026-07-05 17:00
Celebrate the 4th of July at camp with a classic holiday weekend vibe. This is one of the most festive times to be at SRFC—families, friends, and campers enjoying summer days and evenings together. Keep an eye on our calendar and onsite postings for details as the date gets closer.

Rock Painting
2026-06-27 14:30 - 15:30 | At the camp store
Crafting Saturday! There’s no reason to be bored, come join us Saturday afternoon for some rock painting fun!

Camp Store Family Bingo Hour
2026-06-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Starved Rock Family Campground, 757 N 3029th Road, North Utica, Illinois, 61373, United States
Join us at the Campground Store for structured family fun! All Welcome!

5 Fun Games of Bingo. Each winner picks a prize! 1pm Start Time

Bingo
2026-04-04 13:00 - 14:00 | At the General Store
Fun for the whole family!! Join us for about five games and win some awesome prizes.

Father’s Day BBQ Cook Off
2026-06-21 00:00 - 23:59
Fire up the grills for our Father’s Day BBQ Cook Off. Bring your best BBQ skills (and your appetite) and join us for a campground cook-off where campers can participate, taste, and cheer on the winners. The flyer notes a $300 prize for the winning BBQ—so come ready to compete or come ready to sample.Time TBD

Music in the Park: Jonny Lyons & the Pride
2026-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Washington Square Park, 101 E Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL.
A free, family-friendly outdoor concert in downtown Ottawa. This is aneasy summer-evening event for campground guests who want live music, lawn-chairenergy, and a casual downtown Ottawa outing.

Live Music
2026-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | At the water feature
Scott Lee Rocks!. Come enjoy all your favorite classic rock songs and don’t forget to sing a long.

Father's Day BBQ Cook Off Contest
2026-06-20 16:30 | Starved Rock Family Campground, 757 N 3029th Road, North Utica, Illinois, 61373, United States
Show off your tasty BBQ Skills by entering our Father’s Day BBQ Cook Off Contest! Pre-Registration please! Call office to register at 815-202-2088. Contestants must pay a $50 entrance Fee and have a SRFC Site number. 2 Meats & Beans required. We will provide a blank container with a number for your prize BBQ delights. Food Must be turned in for judging by 4:30pm, results and prizes will be declared at the Water Feature at our Live Music Stage around 6pm.

Cash Prizes & A Cutting Board Trophy

1st Prize $300 – 2nd Prize $200 – 3rd Prize $100

Father's Day Wood Bookmark Craft
2026-06-20 14:30 - 15:30 | At the camp store
Make a Wooden Bookmark to celebrate someone special on Father’s Day!

Free Craft

Camp Store Family Bingo Hour
2026-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Starved Rock Family Campground, 757 N 3029th Road, North Utica, Illinois, 61373, United States
Join us at the Campground Store for structured Father’s Day family fun! All Welcome!

5 Fun Games of Bingo. Each winner picks a prize! 1pm Start Time

Flag Craft
2026-06-13 14:30 - 15:30 | At the camp store
Make your own American Flag to celebrate America or make it how you would like, adding all the bright summer colors! $2

Casting Memories Family Fishing Clinic
2026-06-13 09:00 | Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center / park program area.
A family fishing clinic at Starved Rock State Park that is especially strongfor campers with kids looking for hands-on outdoor activities. It adds a practical, family-friendly option beyond hiking during a Starved Rock camping weekend.

Live Music
2026-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 | At the water feature
Live Music with Liam Tipple. Folk, Americana, Indie Style. Come enjoy a relaxing evening around the fire with some soothing sounds from Liam!

Slap Bracelet Craft
2026-06-06 14:30 - 15:30 | At the camp store
Make your very own slap bracelet adding all the bright summer colors!

Nature Quest for Young Explorers
2026-06-06 10:30 - 12:30 | Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center / park program area.
A weekend youth nature program at Starved Rock State Park. This is one of the better official park programs to promote to families camping near Starved Rockwith elementary-age kids.

Utica Garden Club Garden Faire & Plant Sale
2026-06-06 09:00 - 16:00 | LCHS Canal Market, 210 Clark St, Utica, IL 61373.
A garden-themed weekend in Utica with plants, herbs, flowers, vendors,raffles, exhibits, and Canal Market shopping. This is a strong seasonal event for guestswho enjoy garden shopping, small-town browsing, and slower-paced weekend activitiesnear Starved Rock.

Utica Garden Faire & Plant Sale
2026-06-06 00:00 - 2026-06-07 23:59
A seasonal favorite for gardeners and plant lovers. Expect a mix of vendors and plants, plus the kind of relaxed browsing that makes for a perfect morning or midday outing.

Utica’s 4th of July Celebration
2026-06-06 00:00 - 23:59
Utica’s local July celebration—community-focused, festive, and a great way to experience small-town summer energy during your trip.

Ottawa Food and Wine Festival
2026-05-31 11:00 - 12:45 | Old Central School Lot, 400 clinton St, Ottawa, IL 61350
Time(s): Live music listed from 11:00 AM–12:45 PM and 4:00 PM–6:00 PM; festivalruns during the dayDescription: A food-and-wine event in downtown Ottawa featuring tastings, small bites,live music, chef demos, and farmers market season kickoff energy. This is a strongupscale-but-approachable event for couples, girls’ trips, and adults looking for adowntown Ottawa experience near Starved Rock.
