Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
19th Annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest July 19, 2026
Fire Up the Grills for Chicago’s Ultimate Patty Party! The Roscoe Village Burger Fest is celebrating its 19th mouth-watering year! This sizzling food and music extravaganza features an awesome offering from eleven acclaimed Chicago restaurants. It’s Friday-Sunday, July 17-19 at the intersection of Belmont and Damen (2000 W. Belmont). Hours are Friday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 11 a.m.-10 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 UnCommon Coasters (Local artist, coasters of common Chicago influences), Z’s Cafe and Crochet (crochet animals and items) and Terra and Talia (jewelry).
This year’s burger vendors include: Bust Outs, Byron’s Hot Dogs, Chicago Dog House
Epic Burger, Fatso’s Last Stand, NADC Burger, Reclaimed Bar & Restaurant. Reggies, Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs, Tandoor Char House and The StopAlong, the 2025 Critic’s Choice Award winner.
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 – Second Hand Soul Band
8:00pm – Hello Weekend
Saturday
12:30pm – School of Rock
2:15pm – Blue Rose Band
4:00pm – Without U2
6:00pm – iPop
Critic’s Choice – Winner Announced Saturday at 7:50pm on the Damen Stage
8:00pm – Southern Accents (Tom Petty Tribute)
Sunday
12:30pm – UpBeat Music & Arts Academy
2:00pm – The Wild Chicago
3:30pm – Jessie’s Girl
5:30pm – The Divas
People’s Choice – Winner Announced Sunday at 7:20pm on the Damen Stage
7:30pm – 16 Candles
Leavitt Stage Entertainment
Friday
6:00pm – Super Creeps
8:00pm – The Strangers
Saturday
12:45pm – Rosie & The Rivets
2:30pm – The PriSSillas
3:30pm – Jesse White Tumblers
4:00pm – Live Band Karaoke
6:00pm – Rearview – Pearl Jam Tribute
8:00pm – Mr. Blotto
Sunday
12:30pm – School of Rock
2:30pm – Four Star Brass Band
4:30pm – The Gingers
6:15pm – The Birkenrocks
8:00pm – Mike & Joe
“We are excited to bring the Roscoe Village Burger Fest back for its nineteenth 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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