30th Annual Retro on Roscoe Fest

CHICAGO — Ever wish you could go back in time? Chicagoans looking for a blast from the past don’t need to look further than the 30th Annual Retro on Roscoe festival. Get ready to time-travel at Retro on Roscoe, one of Chicago’s most beloved street festivals, happening Friday-Sunday September 5-7 in the charming Roscoe Village! This throwback extravaganza is packed with live music, a classic car show, vintage shopping, and old-school fun for all ages. Located at 2000 W Roscoe St. from Damen to Leavitt, the fest will be held Fri-Sun, Sept. 5-7^th. Visit Fri 5-10 p.m.;  Sat- Noon – 10 p.m. and Sun. Noon – 8 pm.

Stroll down Roscoe Street and soak in the nostalgic vibes, from decades-spanning hits on three stages. On Sat. and Sunday, check out the classic car show and an appearance by the Weinermobile (Sunday, noon to 5pm). Indulge in delicious eats, see top arts & crafts vendors, sip on wine and spirits, and let the kids enjoy the family-friendly games and activities in the dedicated children’s area.

Festgoers will enjoy the Evening VIP Experience: https://bucketlisters.com/experience/retro-on-roscoe-tasting-vip-experience . Check out the Saturday and Sunday Wine & Spirits Tasting: https://bucketlisters.com/experience/retro-on-roscoe-tasting-vip-experience

Live music will play oldies and throwbacks along with popular hits to keep festival goers moving.

Music acts include:

West Stage Entertainment
Friday
5:30pm – Pino Farina Band
8:00pm – 16 Candles

Saturday
Noon – Almont Moon
2:00pm – Boots in Transit
4:00pm – Whatever, Nevermind: Nirvana
6:00pm – KASHMIR
8:00pm – ROK Brigade

Sunday
Noon – Fallen Idol
1:45pm – Square Cut Band
3:45pm – Stache
6:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press

East Stage Entertainment
Friday
5:30pm – South of 80
8:00pm – The Buckinghams

Saturday
Noon – UpBeat Music & Arts Program
2:00pm – Into The Heart: U2 Tribute
4:00pm – Run Forest Run
6:00pm – Our Name is Jonas
8:30pm – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute

Sunday
Noon – Blind Reality
2:00pm – Santeria: Sublime Tribute
4:00pm – Too Fighters: Foo Fighters Tribute
6:00pm – Hello Weekend

Center Stage Entertainment
Friday
5:00pm – Fiddlerock!
6:30pm – Full Volume Band
8:00pm – Rosie & The Rivets

Saturday
2:00pm – Amanda Coppotelli
4:00pm – 3 Martini Jeannie
6:00pm – Funky Monks: RHCP Tribute
8:00pm – Trippin Billies

Sunday
2:30 pm – Jagged Little Pill
4:30pm – Big Bang Baby: STP Tribute
6:30pm – The Gingers

“We are thrilled to celebrate the 30^h annual Retro on Roscoe,” said Larry Peterson President of the Roscoe Neighbors Organization “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 Roscoe Village Neighbors, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, serves the Chicago community bounded by Addison Street and Belmont Avenue from Ravenswood Avenue on the east to the Chicago River on the west.

As a non-profit organization and not city funded, donations will help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.

A $15 donation is suggested.  For more information, visit https://chicagoevents.com/event/retro-on-roscoe/

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