College Park Christian Church

Pork-a-Palooza 2026

Pork-a-Palooza is back at College Park Christian Church—where a hearty pork meal, a lively room, and a little classic-rock volume all come together for something bigger than a great night out.

Gather your family, invite your neighbors, and pull up a chair for good food, genuine fellowship, and ROCK ON playing the familiar songs that make you smile, sing along, and remember why music brings people together. From the open dress rehearsal on Sunday to the full dinner-and-concert evening on Saturday, this is a celebration built around community.

Donations are welcome and will support College Park Christian Church’s Benevolent Fund and local mission partners: the Pregnancy Resource Center, Home Sweet Home, The Salvation Army, and camp ministries.

Come hungry, come ready for fun, and join us for an evening where good food and great music become a blessing to others.

Two Ways to Join Us

Pork-a-Palooza 2026

Come for the fellowship, the pork meal, and two evenings of classic-rock fun.
Both events are open to the public.

Sunday 1 November 2026

Open to Everyone

Open Dress Rehearsal

Get an early look at the show as ROCK ON performs its complete pre-concert dress rehearsal. Bring your family and friends and enjoy an afternoon of familiar classic-rock favorites.

Doors open: 3:30 PM

Pre-concert begins: 4:00 PM

No tickets or reservations required

Main Event

Saturday 7 November 2026

Pork Meal & Concert

Pork-a-Palooza

Gather around the table for a hearty pork supper, then settle in for two lively sets of classic-rock favorites from the 1960s and 1970s performed by ROCK ON.

Doors open: 4:30 PM

Supper begins: 5:00 PM

Concert begins: 5:45 PM

Donations are welcome and will support College Park Christian Church’s Benevolent Fund and local mission partners: the Pregnancy Resource Center, Home Sweet Home, The Salvation Army, and camp ministries.

College Park Christian Church 116 N. Cottage Ave., Normal, IL 61761

MUSIC - Featuring the band, ROCK ON

SATURDAY, November 7, 2026

Concert begins at 5:45 PM.

College Park’s eight-member classic-rock band, playing familiar favorites from the 1960s and 1970s.

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Saturday, November 7, 2026
Doors open at 4:30 PM
Supper begins at 5:00 PM
Concert begins at 5:45 PM

Win an Islander by Kanileʻa Ukulele!

Take home a beautiful Islander by Kanileʻa ʻUkulele.
Donated by Don Middleton (Strings & Things - Peoria, IL)

Raffle tickets are only $3 each, and you may buy as many as you would like.

The winning ticket will be drawn during intermission at the Pork-a-Palooza concert on November 7, 2026.

You do not need to be present to win.

Tickets may be purchased:

At the College Park Christian Church office or Online

Your ticket purchase and any additional donations help support College Park Christian Church’s Benevolent Fund and local mission partners—including the Pregnancy Resource Center, Home Sweet Home, The Salvation Army, and camp ministries.

$3 per ticket. Buy one, buy several, and good luck!

Click here to purchase tickets online.

Win This Cort Acoustic Guitar

Win this professional-sounding guitar and support Pork-a-Palooza at the same time.
Donated by Don Middleton (Strings & Things - Peoria, IL)

Raffle tickets are only $5 each, and you may buy as many as you would like.

The winning ticket will be drawn during intermission at the Pork-a-Palooza concert on November 7, 2026.

You do not need to be present to win.

Tickets may be purchased:

At the College Park Christian Church office or Online

Your ticket purchase and any additional donations support College Park Christian Church’s Benevolent Fund
and mission partners, including the Pregnancy Resource Center, Home Sweet Home, The Salvation Army, and camp ministries.

$5 per ticket. Buy one, buy several, and good luck!

Click here to purchase tickets online.

Saturday, November 7

Tonight’s Experience

Come for the pork, stay for the music, and share a great evening with friends and neighbors.

1 4:30 PM

Doors Open

Come in, find a seat, and visit with friends and neighbors.

2 Beginning at 5:00 PM

Pork Meal

Enjoy a hearty pork meal before the live music begins.

3 Before the Concert

Welcome

We’ll welcome everyone and share the purpose of the fundraiser.

4 5:45 PM

First Set

ROCK ON begins the evening’s first set of classic-rock favorites.

5 Mid-Show

Intermission

Stretch your legs, visit with friends, and learn about the ministry.

6 After Intermission

Second Set

The band returns for another set and a lively finish to the evening.

College Park Christian Church 116 N. Cottage Ave. · Normal, Illinois

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Live Music by ROCK ON

A Taste of the Setlist

Turn back the dial for familiar songs, great guitar lines, and classic-rock favorites from the 1960s and 1970s.

Setlist Preview

60s

70s

01

Have You Ever Seen the Rain A familiar Creedence Clearwater Revival favorite

02

How Long The classic hit made famous by Ace

03

Tom Petty Favorites Recognizable songs made for singing along

04

More Classic-Rock Hits Great music from the 1960s and 1970s

Song selections are examples of the evening’s musical style. The final performance setlist is subject to change.

There’s Room at the Table

Bring a Friend

Good food is better around a shared table—and classic rock is better with friends.

Invite someone to join you for Pork-a-Palooza 2026 at College Park Christian Church.

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Generosity in Action

Together, We Made a Difference

More than $0 raised last year

Help us make an even greater impact in 2026.

Every donation helps turn an evening of food, fellowship, and music into a blessing for others.

Helpful Information

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is admission free?

Yes. Both the November 1 open dress rehearsal and pre-concert and the November 7 pork meal and concert are open to the public with no admission charge. Donations are welcomed but never required.

Do I need a reservation?

No reservation or ticket is currently required. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arriving when the doors open is recommended.

What is being served?

The November 7 event will feature a hearty pork supper prepared for Pork-a-Palooza. Supper begins at 5:00 PM. Additional menu details will be announced as the event gets closer.

Is the rehearsal open to everyone?

Absolutely. The open dress rehearsal and pre-concert will be held Sunday, November 1. Doors open at 3:30 PM, and the pre-concert begins at 4:00 PM. It is a relaxed opportunity for everyone to preview the music and stage show before the main event.

When should I arrive?

On Sunday, November 1, doors open at 3:30 PM and the pre-concert begins at 4:00 PM. On Saturday, November 7, doors open at 4:30 PM, supper begins at 5:00 PM, and the concert begins at 5:45 PM. Arriving when the doors open will give you time to find a seat and visit with friends.

Where should I park?

Parking is available at College Park Christian Church, 116 N. Cottage Ave., in Normal, Illinois. Parking is free in the church lot and on the street.

How can I donate?

Donations may be made at the event. This year’s proceeds will support the College Park Christian Church Benevolent Fund. Every gift, regardless of size, will help turn a shared meal and evening of music into a blessing for others.

Is the event suitable for children?

Yes. Pork-a-Palooza is a church-hosted community event, and families are welcome. The band performs familiar classic-rock favorites in a fun, positive, and family-friendly setting. Parents should keep in mind that the concert will include stage and laser lighting and amplified live music.

How loud will the concert be?

This is a live classic-rock concert with a full sound system, so portions of the show will be loud. Guests who are sensitive to sound—and younger children—may wish to sit farther from the speakers or bring hearing protection.