Kankakee Estival Festival Returns with 25+ Acts, Sept. 20

URGENT UPDATE: The highly anticipated Kankakee Estival Festival is set to kick off its fifth annual celebration on Saturday, September 20, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Don Palzer Band Shell in Kankakee. This beloved local event, also known as “Esty Fest,” promises an exciting lineup featuring over 25 local musical acts, making it a must-attend for music lovers and families alike.

Festival organizers are eager to showcase the diverse talent of Kankakee County and surrounding areas, focusing on original music and performances. The event is powered by the nonprofit organization CIRKA (Collaborative Initiative to Revive Kankakee Arts), founded by six passionate local musicians. According to their official statement, “This event is a celebration of the original local musicians and artists in Kankakee County and the surrounding areas.”

The Estival Festival is free and open to all ages, with donations welcome to support future arts initiatives. Attendees can expect a lively atmosphere filled with music, arts, and a variety of food and beer vendors.

Here’s a sneak peek at the music schedule for the day:

Art & Sol Main Stage
– 11:00 a.m. – Teen Talent Takeover (TTT) Runner Up: Shattered in Two
– 11:40 a.m. – TTT Runner Up: Holden Garcia
– 12:20 p.m. – TTT Winner: Briley
– 1:05 p.m. – Aaron Newsome
– 2:00 p.m. – Third Eye Society
– 2:55 p.m. – Mateo Suarez and The Public Ear
– 3:45 p.m. – The BTB
– 4:40 p.m. – Leigh Evin and The Lowdown
– 5:35 p.m. – The Strips
– 6:30 p.m. – Astro Circus
– 7:15 p.m. – Luck of The Draw
– 8:00 p.m. – Beeso and Friends
– 9:10 p.m. – The Simsons
– 10:10 p.m. – Dee-JayFaber

Faber Financial Stage
– 12:00 p.m. – Hayden Courville
– 12:45 p.m. – THIRDY
– 1:35 p.m. – Not Yet
– 2:30 p.m. – Emily Chloe Quinn Ensemble
– 3:25 p.m. – Wolfdozer
– 4:20 p.m. – Scrubby Dubby
– 5:15 p.m. – EphinEpic
– 6:15 p.m. – Halo Moon
– 7:15 p.m. – Shaper
– 8:15 p.m. – Full of Moxie
– 9:15 p.m. – Levitating Giant
– 10:15 p.m. – Carrying Torches

Festival sponsors include Faber Financial Group, Art & Sol, On The Rox Kankakee, and Village Realty – Dustin Kooy, who have all contributed to making this event possible.

This year’s festival is not just about music; it’s a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and local talent. Attendees can expect an unforgettable experience that highlights the unique spirit of Kankakee.

For real-time updates and more information, visit facebook.com/CIRKAKANKAKEE. Don’t miss out on the biggest celebration of the season! Grab your friends and family and join the fun at the Kankakee Estival Festival on September 20!