Ride On and Rock Out at the 15th annual Fall Fest, September 13-15

Fall Fest, Des Plaines’ favorite family-friendly festival, is back for the fifteenth year, with food, music, fun, games, and dozens of activities. Lake Park, at 2200 Lee Street, will once again be transformed into a lakefront wonderland where kids of all ages can ride the giant Ferris wheel, climb the rock wall, feed the animals in the petting zoo, chow down on corn dogs and feast on funnel cakes, and enjoy a variety of 10 great local and national touring bands.

The popular event, which was created for the community by the Des Plaines Park District, the Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Des Plaines History Center, takes place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 13–15, with free admission, free parking, and free concerts every day. Fall Fest is once again generously presented by Rivers Casino and sponsored by many area businesses that will be on site throughout the weekend.

Fall Fest features a full carnival presented by Fantasy Amusement with dozens of rides and games. The KidZone! is where you’ll find the rock-climbing wall, the petting zoo, face painting, and interactive activities that are perfect for parents & tots. At the Des Plaines History Center Exhibit Tent, you may talk to costumed historical reenactors, and see the history of Des Plaines unfold in displays.

Local and area restaurants showcase their delicious festival foods and beverages. This year, some tasty specialties from Blackhawk BBQ & Seafood, Midwest Citrus Smashers, Restaurant Mexico, RS Concessions, Tri Café, Charcoal Delights, Tiki Terrace, Slice Factory, Dipped & Sprinkles and more! Families can relax and eat in the dining tent, and adults may enjoy a selection of refreshing beverages just steps away from the Main Entertainment Stage.

Kids and families are the focus of Fall Fest. Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5pm there are unlimited carnival rides for $30 per person, per day. KidZone! is open Saturday and Sunday until 6:00pm. On Sunday from 10:00am until 2:00pm at the Lakeview Center on Howard Avenue there’s a custom car show that’s open to classics, antiques, American muscle cars, and hot rods.

Opening Friday night at 6:30pm 90s Pop Nation brings all the biggest pop hits and one hit wonders from the 90s. Headlining at 9:00, party to local favorites Bella Cain, who bring their high energy country show to the Main Stage.

Saturday, see Kaleidoscope Eyes fun-lovin Beatles tribute at noon and enjoy classic and current hits by Soda at 2:00pm; Country music Joe Bachman Duo is featured at 4:15pm, and Semple plays high energy originals and covers at 6:30pm. Arra headlines at 9:00pm with your favorite classic rock covers.

Sushi Roll performs high-energy dance music and rock n roll at noon on Sunday, followed by Serendipity rockin' your 60s, 70s and 80s favorites at 2:15pm. Don’t miss popular local rockers 7th Heaven headline at 5:00pm to close out the entertainment for this year.

Bring the whole family to beautiful Lake Park and enjoy every day of this great annual festival. Visit our website www.FallFestDesPlaines.com for all the info.