Oswego PrairieFest Dates, Concert Lineup Announced

OSWEGO, IL — As the Chicagoland area holes up to escape the frigid temperatures, the Oswegoland Park District is shining a beacon of light for residents by announcing the dates and concert lineup for this summer's PrairieFest.

The annual event will return June 18-21, Father's Day weekend. The PrairieFest parade, carnival, touch-a-truck event, cotton candy eating contest and PrairieFest 5K race are some of the beloved events making their return.

In addition to live music, PrairieFest's entertainment includes a Division BMX show, featuring high-flying bike stunts, and Prime Time Racing, a Nascar-style race. The popular cotton candy-eating contest and touch-a-truck events are planned, too.

Here is a look at the schedule for the four-day festival:

Thursday, June 18

• ThrillABLE Inclusive Family Carnival
• Prairie Winds Community Band Concert
• Radio Gaga, PrairieFest Main Stage

Friday, June 19

• Wheels Go Round Touch a Truck event
• Whiskey Road, PrairieFest Main Stage
• Chris Cagel, PrairieFest Main Stage

Saturday, June 20

• American English, PrairieFest Main Stage
• Party Foul!, PrairieFest Main Stage
• American Authors, PrairieFest Main Stage

Sunday, June 21

• PrairieFest 5K and One Mile Prairie Dog Jog, The Grove
• PrairieFest Parade
• PrairieFest Car Show, Oswego High School
• Conjunto Atardecer, PrairieFest Main Stage

The PrairieFest Expo Village, petting zoo, Windy City Amusements carnival and Little White School Museum's quilt show will take place on each of the four days.

Admission, parking and entertainment at the festival are free.