Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
41st Annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest May 24, 2026
Kick-off Memorial Day Weekend at the
41st Annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest – May 22-24
Featuring National Tribute Bands and Local Entertainers
CHICAGO (May 2026)—Celebrate the beginning of summer in the city at the 41st annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest, on Sheffield between Roscoe and Belmont, May 22-24. Enjoy three days of fun! Hours are Friday 5-10 p.m.; Sat/Sun 11 a.m.- 10 p.m.
The Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest kicks off Chicago’s iconic summer festival season with a weekend packed full of local and national talent. Steps away from the red line “EL” train’s Belmont stop, the festival takes over the heart of the popular Lakeview East neighborhood. Don’t miss top Midwest tribute bands on two stages, great eats, libations (beer and wine), and artisans. Vendors include Joyee Creations (crochet items), One Man, One Garage (wood items),Tori Grace Outfitters (Chicago-themed handcrafted items),Polar Bare Bath (bath and soaps) and Pocket Square Clothing (pocket squares).
Also, expect eclectic entertainment near Belmont filled with fun neighborhood music acts, deejays and other performers. Headliners include Stache, Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press, Hello Weekend, Good Country, Trippin Billies, MellenCougar and more!
A $10 suggested donation upon entry benefits the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce. “We are so excited to be hosting this Chicago tradition that celebrates the start of summer,” said Maureen Martino, Executive Director of the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce. “Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested gate donation helps to keep these annual fests going strong for all to enjoy. As a community-based 501c6 non-profit organization, funds are used to enhance the beautification and safety of the Lakeview neighborhood. This has been 41 years of fun and look forward to another 41 years.”
Entertainment Schedule on Two Stages
Nutrl Main Stage Entertainment
Friday, May 22:
6:00pm – Stache
8:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press
Saturday, May 23:
12:15pm – School of Rock
2:15pm – Four Star Brass Band
4:00pm – The Strangers
5:45pm – Jagged Little Pill
8:00pm – Trippin Billies
Sunday, May 24:
12:30pm – Generation Band
2:00pm – RAVIV – Electric Cellos
4:00pm – That Petty Band
6:00pm – The Divas
8:00pm – Hello Weekend
Belmont Stage Entertainment
Friday, May 22:
6:30pm – Lady Loomis
8:00pm – Good Country
Saturday, May 23:
12:30pm – Saving The Suburbs
2:00pm – Fiddle Rock
3:30pm – 3 Martini Jeannie
5:00pm – Full Volume Band
6:30pm – Nelson Street Revival
8:30pm – DJ TZME
Sunday, May 24:
12:30pm – Bear & Jake Acoustic
2:00pm – Sucker Punch
3:30pm – My Weekend Crush
5:00pm – Rumor Hazit
6:45pm – Chasing Rumours – Fleetwood Mac
8:30pm – Mellencougar
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is a broad community-based organization designed to represent and help merchants and other businesspeople in the community. It is a policy of the organization to promote goodwill and a pleasant business environment for merchants, consumers, and area residents.
For information visit: https://chicagoevents.com/event/belmont-sheffield-music-fest/
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