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.

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:

• 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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