18th Annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest

Hands-down it’s Chicago’s BEST PATTY PARTY! The Roscoe Village Burger Fest is celebrating its 18th mouth-watering year! This sizzling food and music extravaganza features an awesome offering from thirteen acclaimed Chicago restaurants. It’s Friday-Sunday, July 18-20 at the intersection of Belmont and Damen (2000 W. Belmont). Hours are Friday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Beyond patties and sides, visitors will also be treated to two stages of eclectic music, a fun-filled daily Kids’ Zone featuring face painting, inflatables, games, arts & crafts and kids’ music. Plus, artists/merchants over the weekend. Attendees can check out  Alicia Gomez Art (Local artist, sports themed), Slightly Fab (permanent jewelry) and Terra and Talia (jewelry)

This year’s burger vendors include: Aussom Aussie BBQ, Byron’s Hot Dog, Bust Outs, Epic Burger, Cheesie’s Pub & Grub, Chicago Dog House, Fatso’s Last Stand, Lola’s Coney Island,  Reclaimed Bar & Restaurant, Reggies Chicago, Robinson’s, The StopAlong,, Tandoor Char House

Each will vie for the “Critics’ Choice” and “People’s Choice” Best Burger

Awards! Fans can Text-to-vote for the Best Burger. The Critic’s Choice with esteemed judges will occur on Saturday, July 20 at 2 pm. (Critic’s Choice Decision will be Sat. at 6:50 pm and  People’s Choice Awards will be announced on Sunday at 7:55 pm).

Music acts include:

Damen Stage Entertainment
Friday
6:00PM – Blackberry Jam
8:00PM – Hello Weekend

Saturday
12:30PM – School of Rock
2:15PM – The Strangers: A Tribute To The Cure
4:00PM – Love In October
6:00PM – Fletcher Rockwell

6:50PM –  Critic’s Choice Winners Announced
8:00PM – 16 Candles

Sunday
12:30PM – Caught Steelin’
2:00PM – Into The Heart – U2 Tribute
4:00PM – Yacht Rock-ettes
6:00PM – Beyond The Blonde

7:55 PM – People’s Choice Winners Announced
8:00PM – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute

Leavitt Stage Entertainment
Saturday
12:45PM – Full Volume Band
2:30PM – Four Star Brass Band
3:30PM – Jesse White Tumblers
4:00PM – Too Fighters
6:00PM – ‘Stache!
8:00PM – Boy Band Night

Sunday

12:30PM – School of Rock
2:30PM – The BirkenRocks
4:30PM – Fueled By Emo
6:15PM – Stevie McVie – Fleetwood Mac Tribute
8:00PM – Trippin Billies

“We are thrilled to bring the Roscoe Village Burger Fest back for its eighteenth year,“ said Becca Girsch, Executive Director of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. “Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested gate donation helps keep this annual fest strong for all to enjoy. The donations benefit the invaluable programs and services of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce”. As a non-profit organization and not city funded, donations will help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.

The suggested gate donation is $10.  Proceeds benefit the Lakeville Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. For more info visit https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/ or call 773-868-3010.

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