Frankfort Fall Fest Survival Guide: Schedule, Entertainment, Parade

FRANKFORT, IL — The Frankfort Fall Fest will return for its 56th year on Aug. 31 to Sept. 2 in downtown Frankfort. The fest has a large lineup of activities, including a craft show with over 300 artisans, live entertainment all weekend, a parade, a carnival, and a food court that supports local civic organizations.

CRAFT SHOW

- Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Monday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Full list of artisans here.

ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

Breidert Green Stage (located at Ash and Kansas). Two shaded rest tents as well as cornhole boards will be available for everyone to enjoy during the entertainment.

Saturday, August 31:

• 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.: The Muddsharks
• 2 - 3:30 p.m.: Grace & John
• 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Enrico’s Spaghetti Eating Contest
• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: StrungOut

Sunday, September 1:

• 9 - 11 a.m.: Kids Craft Workshop provided courtesy of Home Depot
• 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Southside Soul Kings
• 2 - 3:30 p.m.: One Foot In
• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: Dad Strength

Monday, September 2

• 10 - 11 a.m.: Braemar Dance Company
• 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Spotlight Arts Collective
• 1 - 3 p.m.: Whiskeyfist

The Garden Stage (located at Oak and Kansas St.)

Friday, August 30:

• 8 - 11 pm: Libido Funk Circus
  • Gate opens 6 p.m., band starts 8 p.m., 21 and older ONLY, $10 admission

Saturday, August 31:

• 2 – 5 p.m.: The Macy Brothers
• 8 – 11 p.m.: American English – Beatles Tribute
  • 6 pm-close, 21 & older only, $15 admission

Sunday, September 1:

• 2 – 5 p.m.: Music of the Stars
• 8 – 11 p.m.: Gold Dust Dreams – Fleetwood Mac Tribute
  • 6 p.m.-close, 21 and older only, $15 admission

Monday, September 2:

• 1 – 3 p.m.: Frankfort Brass Band

PARADE INFORMATION
Sunday, September 1 at 1 p.m.

The theme for this year's festival is "Hometown Heroes." Honoring Frankfort Police Chief Leanne Chelepis and Frankfort Fire Chief Sean Fierce as the 2024 Parade Grand Marshals. National Anthem Singer: Before the parade kicks off, be sure to gather around as talented local artist, Brooklyn Dylan sings the National Anthem.

CARNIVAL INFORMATION
Location: Located off White St. just North of Kansas St.
Hours:

• Wednesday, Aug. 28: 5 - 9 p.m. (POP Day)
• Thursday, Aug. 29: 5 - 9 p.m. (POP Day)
• Friday, Aug. 30: 5 - 9:30 p.m. (Free Special Needs Day 3-5 p.m.)
• Saturday, Aug. 31: 12 - 9:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 1: 12 - 9:30 p.m.
• Monday, Sept. 2: 12 - 5 p.m. (POP Day)

Pricing:

10 Coupon: $20
65 Coupons: $30
140 Coupons: $60

POP (Pay One Price) Unlimited Ride Band: $35 (Rides accept 6-15 coupons)
Sponsored by the Frankfort Firefighters Association

FOOD COURT
Hours:

• Sat. and Sun.: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Mon.: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Location: Located between the Garden and the Breidert Green

There will also be a contest where you can vote for your favorite Food Court Booth from the weekend. The winner will be announced on the Frankfort Fall Festival social media pages. A list of all the Food Court Booths and their menus.

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