Southside SummerFest Tickets On Sale, Presented By Marist

CHICAGO — Tickets go on sale June 1 for the second annual Southside SummerFest, presented by Marist High School, which will take place on Saturday, July 22 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Southside SummerFest will feature three bands at Marist Stadium, during one amazing evening. Bands include American Pie, Mr. Blotto, and Freddy Jones Band.

Open to ages 21 and above, tickets for Southside SummerFest are available by visiting Marist, or GO FAN. Tickets are $35 in advance (advance ticket sales end July 21 at 11:55 p.m.); or $40 at the gate. A VIP ticket, which includes food, drinks, and access to the exclusive VIP area, is available for $150. Only 200 VIP tickets will be sold.

Money raised at the Southside SummerFest will help to provide scholarships and facility improvements to Marist High School and its students.

“Last year we had well over 2,500 people join us for the inaugural Southside SummerFest. We created a new summer tradition on the south side of Chicago and are looking forward to having this festival back at Marist again,” said Chicago pastor, Fr. Tom Hurley. “It's a winning combination when you bring good music and good people together, everyone has a great time.”

All tickets are non-refundable. Additionally, no outside food or beverages will be allowed; and chairs are not allowed on the football field, those wishing to sit on the lawn can bring blankets, otherwise seats are available in the stands. All seating is first-come, first-served. Gates will open 30 minutes before the first performance.

Sponsorship opportunities at a variety of levels are available, and volunteers (ages 21+) are needed. For more information on sponsorships and to register to volunteer, visit Marist Southside SummerFest.

ABOUT THE BANDS

Southside SummerFest will cover music from Americana to roots rock to classic rock. The three bands performing include American Pie, Mr. Blotto, and Freddy Jones Band.

American Pie

American Pie, a south side favorite, plays Americana and other acoustic driven rock. with hits from Mumford, Dave, Zac Brown, Lumineers, Vampire Wee, and more.

Mr. Blotto

Mr. Blotto, known as Chicago's original jam band, plays rootsy good-times music featuring originals by these venerable Chicago jamsters, while playing your favorite Phish, Widepread Panic, Dead, Traffic covers with scads of soul and proficiency.

Freddy Jones Band

Freddy Jones Band has stood out as one of America’s most noteworthy and revered alternative rock acts for over three decades. This year, the band is marking the 30th Anniversary of their biggest hit, “In a Daydream,” which topped the Mainstream Rock Charts in the mid-90’s.