Frankfort Fall Fest: What To Know Before You Go

FRANKFORT, IL — The 58th Annual Frankfort Fall Festival returns to downtown Frankfort for Labor Day weekend, Sept. 5-7.

Hosted by the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce, Frankfort Fall Fest is one of the most anticipated Labor Day traditions in the area.

Fall Fest features hundreds of artisans, live entertainment, the annual parade, carnival rides, food, and plenty of family fun, the Chamber shared

Craft Show

Over 300 artisans featuring handcrafted items, artwork, home décor, clothing, jewelry, gifts, and more throughout Downtown Frankfort.

Hours:

• Saturday, Sept. 5: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 6: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Monday, Sept. 7: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

A guidebook for the Fall Fest can be found here.

Entertainment Schedule

Breidert Green Stage — Ash & Kansas Streets

Two shaded rest tents and cornhole boards will also be available, the Chamber said.

Saturday, Sept. 5

• 11 a.m.–1 p.m. — River Road Trio | Country
• 2–3:30 p.m. — Bottomz Up
• 3:30–4:30 p.m. — Enrico’s Spaghetti Eating Contest
• 4:30–6 p.m. — Crawford’s Daughter

Sunday, Sept. 6

• 11 a.m.–1 p.m. — Fire Chicken Band | Classic Rock, Pop & Country
• 2–3:30 p.m. — Bandolier | Folk, Country, Bluegrass & Rock
• 4:30–6 p.m. — Shukin and the Ramblers

Monday, Sept. 7

• 11 a.m.–12 p.m. — School of Rock Mokena Showband
• 1–3 p.m. — The Gina Martini Band

The Garden Stage, Located at Oak & Kansas Streets

Friday, Sept. 4

• 8–11 p.m. — Maggie Speaks | Classic ’60s, Retro ’70s, Vintage ’80s & Today’s Pop
• Gates open at 6 p.m.
• 21+ only | $15 admission

Saturday, Sept. 5

• 2–5 p.m. — The Handsome Jerks | Rock, Pop, Punk, Blues & Country
• 8–9 p.m. — Acoustic Opener
• 9–11 p.m. — 7th Heaven
• Beginning at 6 p.m.: 21+ only | $15 admission

Sunday, Sept. 6

• 2–5 p.m. — Midnight | Big Band, Motown, Classic Rock & More
• 8–11 p.m. — Sundance | Top 40, Classic Rock, Motown, Pop & Country
• Beginning at 6 p.m.: 21+ only | $15 admission

Monday, Sept. 7

• 1–3 p.m. — Frankfort Brass Band

PARADE INFORMATION

The Frankfort Fall Festival Parade steps off Sunday, Sept. 6 at 1 p.m., according to the Chamber. This year’s theme is “Celebrating 250 Years of American Pride.” Local singer Samantha Friend will also perform the National Anthem.

Carnival

Off White Street, just north of Kansas Street

Hours:

• Wednesday, Sept. 2: 5–9 p.m. — POP Day
• Thursday, Sept. 3: 5–9 p.m. — POP Day
• Friday, Sept. 4: 5–9:30 p.m. — POP Day
  • Free Special Needs Day: 3–5 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 5: Noon–9:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 6: Noon–9:30 p.m.
• Monday, Sept. 7: Noon–5 p.m. — POP Day

Ticket Pricing:

• 1 Ticket — $0.50
• 20 Tickets — $10
• 65 Tickets — $30
• 140 Tickets — $60
• 240 Tickets — $98
• POP Unlimited Ride Band — $35
• Individual rides accept 6–15 tickets.

The carnival is proudly sponsored by the Frankfort Firefighters Association.

Food Court

The Fall Fest Food Court supports local civic organizations and offers food and treats. Hours are:

• Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Monday: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

The food court is located between the Garden Stage and Breidert Green.

Road Closures

Keep in mind several roads will be closed and parking restrictions in effect before and during the festival. Attendees are encouraged to review the Fall Fest parking and road closure maps before heading downtown and allow additional time for travel, the Chamber said.