Aurora Ukulele Fest To Feature 'Some Of The Region's Best Players'

AURORA, IL — In downtown Aurora Sunday, a tiny-but-mighty string instrument will be the star of a festival. The fifth-annual Uke Fest will pack the streets with musical fun from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The City of Lights Ukulele Festival Society, which hosts the event at Water Street Mall, aims to "bring home the joy of ukulele music in the western suburbs of Chicago." Some of the region's best ukulele players — a total of 12 artists and bands — are set to perform across two stages Sunday.

Artists include Lil' Rev, Ukulele Kings, Aaron Baer, Hix Bros Ukulele Band, Hoapili with Hula'O Puanani, Karen Barr and Light City Revival, Kevin Presbrey, Olivia Ports, Uncle Jon's Music, Wild Blue Orchestra, and Todd Lorenc.

The event will also feature workshops, food trucks, a vendor fair and an open mic. The full performance schedule can be found on the event's website.

Tickets to Uke Fest cost $15 and can be purchased online. Admission for children under 12 is free. Fest-goers are also encouraged to bring their own chairs, as there is a limited amount available at the event.