Events happening at the DeSoto House Hotel!
We are thrilled to be hosting Robyn Davis, Theodore T. Williams and Lenny Wayne as they bring their Open Mic right here to the DeSoto House Hotel! Whether you’re a local legend or a hidden poet, or just someone who enjoys a great martini and live talent, this is where you want to be!
Come for the music, and stay for the drinks.
Hat & Honey Bar
DeSoto House Hotel
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost: $80
Dates: April 3, May 8, June 5, July 10, August 7, September 25, October 9, November 13 and Decmeber 4
Gather your friends and family for a one-of-a-kind experience at Dry Creek Beekeeping’s Hat Bar & Honey Bar Event held at the DeSoto House Hotel in Galena!
Create Your Custom Hat: Choose from Western, Fedora, or Flat-Brimmed hats and try your hand at burning a gorgeous bee and sunflower design onto your hat using specialized tools. Your hat will be pre-stenciled with a custom-made bee and sunflower design, so you can easily burn in the design with the help from expert instructor, Marie McDonough from Marie’s Wood Carvings. Plus, you’ll add your personal touch by choosing a hat band, feathers, and other accessories to make your hat truly unique!
Honey Bar Tasting: Sip, savor, and sample up to 20 varieties of delicious honey from around the world! Learn about the distinct flavor notes of each variety and discover where they come from. Once you’ve found your favorite, you can purchase your top picks to take home!
All-Inclusive Fun: Your registration fee of $80 covers everything: instruction, tools, hat, band, accessories, and honey tasting. By the end of the event, you’ll be rocking a stylish, custom-burned hat that’s all your own—and you’ll be buzzing about your honey finds!
Don’t miss out on this creative and sweet event. Space is limited—reserve your spot in advance!
Food and drinks are available to purchase through the DeSoto House Hotel. Maybe you’d like to order a charcuterie board or try a glass of honey mead wine as you enjoy this workshop.
Children ages 8+ are welcome. The felt burning of the hat requires the use of a hot tool, so please consider this when booking for children.
For tickets and more information, please click here!
Hosted at the DeSoto House Hotel
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Join us inside the haunted DeSoto House Hotel for an evening of dark Galena history, eerie folklore, and true ghost stories, with a touch of music.
Hear of infamous murders, tragedies, and hauntings that have lingered throughout our darkest history.
Our intimate, indoor Salon style show runs for 90 minutes, with a 15 minute intermission, and features free hot & cold appetizers and a cash bar. Just $30 per person. We offer a few select Saturdays through March.
Come ready to hear all about Galena’s dark history, local folklore, and infamous hauntings.
For more information and to book tickets, click here!
Galena Main Street Sidewalk Sales
Galena Main Street
May 10-12,2026
It’s time to shake off the winter blues and welcome the warmth of spring with a shopping spree on Main Street! The merchants are clearing out their inventory, and you’re the lucky winner!
Browse through the various sales taking place both on the street and inside the stores. Whether you’re in the market for new clothes, home decor, or just looking for a great deal, you’re sure to find something that catches your eye.
With so many options to choose from, you’ll definitely work up an appetite. Luckily, Main Street is home to some of the best restaurants around. Take a break from your shopping spree and refuel with a delicious meal before hitting the shops again.
So, mark your calendars and head to Main Street for a day of amazing deals and delectable cuisine.
With spring in the air and bargains galore, you won’t want to miss out on this exciting shopping event!
