West Fest Chicago reflects the eclectic West Town community, and is also renowned for cutting edge live music programmed by Empty Bottle Presents, plus the ever popular Bass By The Pound DJ Stage.
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West Fest Chicago is unique due to its presentation of neighborhood retailers and restaurants, local fine artists and makers, as well as Kid Fest and Pet Fest.
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Address
Chicago Avenue between Wood and Damen
(1800-2000 W Chicago Ave.)
Date
Friday, July 7: 5-10PM
Saturday, July 8: 12-10PM
Sunday, July 9: 12-10PM
Event Benefactors
Talcott Fine Arts & Museum Academy
Jose De Diego Community Academy
West Town Chamber of Commerce
Suggested Donation: $10
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Festival Details
Vendors
The Festival features local restaurants, food trucks, food vendors, West Town retail vendors, corporate sponsors, local artists and more.
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Applications have closed - please apply to Dancing in the Streets!
Kid Fest
Train rides, bounce houses, pony rides, and more... Kid Fest is a kid friendly event complete with its own vendors and live entertainment stage.
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Date: Saturday and Sunday, July 8 & 9: 12-7PM
Location: Wolcott between Chicago Ave. and Rice St.
Benefactor and Organizer: Talcott Fine Arts & Museum Academy
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Contact info@westtownchamber.org for more information.
Pet Fest
Organized and sponsored by Canine Crews, Pet Fest features a dog obstacle course, paw painting, pet retail and services booths, plus various pet related demonstrations throughout the day.
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Date: Saturday and Sunday, July 8 & 9: 12-6PM
Benefactors: Whiskers & Tails, MCP Rescue, and Live Like Roo
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Contact Catherine by email at events@caninecrews.com for more information.
2023 Lineup!
BASS BY THE POUND DJ STAGE
FRIDAY
5:00pm: Glyde
5:30pm: Intel
6:15pm: Easyjack
7:00pm: Phantom 45
7:45pm: Anna Morgan B2B Nikki Nair
SATURDAY
Open til 1:30pm: DJ Striz
1:30pm-2:30pm: Ilana Ariella
2:30pm -3:30pm: Flying Almaria Bros
3:30pm-4:30pm: DJ Jes
4:30pm-5:30pm: Sorrbet
5:30pm-6:30pm: Hyperactive
6:30pm-7:30pm: Diz
7:30pm-9:30pm: Mark Farina
SUNDAY
1:00pm-2:00pm: Justin Reed
2:00pm-3:00pm: Tommaso
3:00pm-4:00pm: Duke Shin
4:00pm-5:00pm: Lori Branch
5:00pm-6:00pm: Andrew Phelan
6:00pm-7:00pm: DJ Heather
7:00-8:00pm: James Curd
8:00-9:30pm: Derrick Carter
EMPTY BOTTLE PRESENTS - Main Stage
FRIDAY
5:30pm: Godly The Ruler
7:00pm: Magi Merlin
8:45pm: Grapetooth
SATURDAY
1:30pm: Uniflora
2:45pm: Pussy Gillette
4:00pm: The Serfs
5:30pm: French Police
7:00pm: FACS
8:30pm: Nitzer Ebb
SUNDAY
1:30pm: The Namby Pamby
2:45pm: Tenci
4:00pm: Cafe Racer
5:30pm: The Hecks
7:00pm: liv.e
8:30pm: Nick Hakim
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship offers your brand direct, live exposure to large diverse crowds in a relaxed, friendly, and unique urban environment.
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Contact Kate Ziyad at 312-850-9390 or email kziyad@westtownchamber.org to learn more about custom sponsorship packages.
2023 Sponsors & Partners
2023 Event Benefactors include: Talcott Fine Arts & Museum Academy, Jose De Diego Community Academy, West Town Chamber of Commerce
FAQ's
Q: How can I volunteer at the event?
A: Please fill out the volunteer interest form!
Q: Is the event dog friendly?
A: Yes! Well behaved dogs on leashes may attend.
Q: Is there parking?
A: There is plenty of non metered street parking in the area but no designated parking.
Q: How do I get there?
A: The festival is located on Chicago Avenue between Chicago and Wood. Use the address 1800 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago IL 60622 when travelling to West Fest Chicago.
Q: Is the $10 Suggested Donation Required?
A: No. It is not required because the event takes place in the public way. However, we will have entrance gate staff suggesting that attendees make the donation. Donations help to cover the costs of producing the event, and proceeds benefit local non-profits: West Town Chamber of Commerce, local animal shelters, and Talcott Fine Arts & Museum Academy. Please DONATE!
Contact Us
General Event
WTCC
312.850.9390
Info@westtownchamber.org
Vendor & Sponsorship
Kate Ziyad, WTCC
312.850.9390
KZiyad@westtownchamber.org
Media
Ryan Beshel, Six4Creative
847.903.4347
ryan@six4creative.com
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Jennifer Wisniewski, Six4Creative
773.505.7694
jennifer@six4creative.com
Talent Booking
Brent Heyl, Empty Bottle
773.276.3600
brent@emptybottle.com
West Fest Chicago DJ Stage: info@westtownchamber.org