Guide To Taste Of Westmont 2022: Rides, Eats, Music, More

WESTMONT, IL — The 2022 Taste of Westmont is set to entertain visitors with live music, carnival rides and food from dozens of local eateries July 7 through July 10. The four-day festival will also feature an art show and craft vendors.

“As always, we are very excited to bring this summer festival to downtown Westmont,” Kristina Kaniauskaite, Westmont Special Events Executive Director, said in a news release.

Kaniauskaite added, “Our goal is to provide fun for all ages. We hope that everyone can come out and enjoy this wonderful community event.”

Hours

The hours for Taste of Westmont 2022 are as follows:

July 7: 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

July 8: 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

July 9: 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

July 10: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Food Vendors

Of course, the main attraction at Taste of Westmont is the food. The 2022 lineup features new vendors that include:

• La Michoacana
• Rita's Sno' on the Go
• Taste Greek Street Food
• TQLA

Food trucks may also be on hand to add to the festival's food choices.

Live Music

Live music is another big part of Taste of Westmont, which will feature close to 100 performers. This year's acts include tribute bands, along with groups and solo artists who perform original music.

"As a huge fan and supporter of local music, we’ve always worked hard to encourage local musicians to play at our events," Larry McIntyre, who coordinates entertainment for the festival's South Stage, said in a statement.

The Main Stage's live music schedule is as follows:

July 8

6 p.m.: The Audiophyles

8:30 p.m.: Wedding Banned

July 9

4 p.m.: One Night Only

6 p.m.: Superfly Symphony

8:30 p.m.: Simply Queen

July 10

1 p.m.: Muddy Waters Blues Band and Tribute to J.B. Ritchie

4:30 p.m.: Mike Wheeler Blues Band and Friends

6:30 p.m.: Rico

View the South Stage's live music schedule below.

July 7

6:30 p.m.: Kent Slayton

7 p.m.: Connie Cipher Duo

8 p.m.: Matt Shukin & The Ramblers

July 8

4 p.m.: Westmont Public Library Makery

5 p.m.: Steve McIntyre

5:30 p.m.: Josette Kacey

6 p.m.: Haley Grimm

6:30 p.m.: Darryl

7 p.m.: The Distractions

7:30 p.m.: The Neighborhood

8 p.m.: Whiskey Hill Band

July 9

12 p.m.: Uncle Jon's Music Student Showcase

1 p.m.: Uncle Jon's Music Uke Circle

2 p.m.: Lulu Fuller

2:30 p.m.: Jon Bruce

3:30 p.m.: Jeremy Greer

4 p.m.: Loopmania

4:30 p.m.: Little Wing Symphony

5 p.m.: Zachary Sonny Edwards

5:30 p.m.: Jack the Acquaintance

6 p.m.: Chris Valera - The Angry Piano

6:30 p.m.: Clark Carlos

7:30 p.m.: Adam Kukielski

8:30 p.m.: Cassandra Henwood

July 10

12 p.m.: Hinsdale Music Academy Showcase

3 p.m.: The Incredible RRA

4 p.m.: The Jone of Art Experience Trio

5 p.m.: Molten Brass

6 p.m.: Die Kellerknaben Polka Band

Carnival

Carnival rides and games will be available throughout the Taste of Westmont. Click the link for information about carnival wristband deals.