Save The Date: Grayslake SummerFest

GRAYSLAKE, IL — As we start to finally feel a hint of warmer temperatures — and with summer right around the corner — preparations are well underway for many popular festivals throughout the Chicago suburbs.

In Grayslake, SummerFest — formerly known as Summer Days —draws crowds every year to downtown Grayslake. Here's what we know so far about this year's festival:

• This year, the festival will include two evenings of fun, live music, food trucks, drinks BINGO and more. There will also be a new pop-up area for photo ops, lounging and socializing.
• The festival will be held on Aug. 16 and 17

Here's a look at this year's schedule:

Friday, August 16

• 5 p.m.: Festival Opens. DJ Set by Dave Woll of the Discovering Grayslake Podcast.
• 6 p.m.: Girl Power Music Video Dance Party with DJ Kayleigh Chaos
• 7 p.m.: Battle of the Band Winner from Grayslake Summer Nights - Steady Ahead
• 8 p.m.: Trippin’ Bilies - A Tribute to Dave Matthews Band

Saturday, August 17

• 4:30 p.m.: Parade (Lake Street & Center Street)
• 5 p.m.: Otherwise Normal
• 6 p.m.: School of Rock Libertyville
• 7 p.m.: Burning Red - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
• 9 p.m.: Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute

There will be no carnival rides or outdoor drinks or food allowed at this festival, which is organized by the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce.

For more information,visit the Lakeside Festival website.