Uncle Kracker to Headline 2025 RomeoFest

RomeoFest (August 7-10) is already the biggest event in Romeoville, with four days of live music, carnival rides, a variety of food, activities, fireworks, and a laser show. It’s now getting even bigger with the addition of a multi-platinum headlining artist: Uncle Kracker.

For over two decades, Uncle Kracker has consistently soundtracked good times with his boldly breezy blend of country, pop, and rock spiked with a splash of hip-hop. He has impressively notched #1 entries in three different genre lanes, topping Pop, Adult Contemporary, and Country charts. The platinum “Follow Me” clinched #1 in four countries, while the double-platinum “When the Sun Goes Down” [with Kenny Chesney] vaulted to #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks Chart. He made history with his cover of Dobie Gray’s “Drift Away.” It logged 28 consecutive weeks at #1 on Adult Contemporary Radio, earning “the most weeks atop any Billboard chart.” Meanwhile, “Smile” shined across culture. It reached triple-platinum status and landed dozens of syncs, including a spot for The Office and a tribute montage to Regis Philbin on his final episode of Live with Regis & Kelly. Uncle Kracker continues to create new music with a brand-new album Coffee & Beer out now, featuring singles “Beach Chair,” “Reason to Drink,” and “Sweet 16.”

Uncle Kracker will be the headliner on Thursday night (August 7), taking the Romeoville Toyota Pavilion stage at 8:30 p.m. right after opening act Melissa Ann concludes.

“We're always looking for ways to enhance Romeofest," said Mayor Noak. "We felt that a major headlining band would really elevate the experience, and we're thrilled to welcome Uncle Kracker to Romeoville.”

All things RomeoFest including entertainment schedules, maps, and more can be found at romeoville.org/romeofest. More information will be added to the page as the event gets closer.