2026 Festival Schedule

Friday, July 10

5-10:30 p.m. | Food Court & Beer Garden open
Beer Garden brought to you by Ignite Medical Resorts

5–8:30 p.m. | Golf Challenge

5–10 p.m. | Carnival

6–8 p.m. | Kashmir
A Led Zeppelin tribute band known for authentic 1970s style performances with vintage gear and costumes that recreates the Zeppelin concert experience.

9–11 p.m. | Sixteen Candles
A nostalgia band playing a wide range of music from the 1980s.

Saturday, July 11

Noon-10:30 p.m. | Food Court & Beer Garden open
Beer Garden brought to you by Ignite Medical Resorts

Noon–8:30 p.m. | Golf Challenge

Noon–10 p.m. | Carnival

Noon–3 p.m. | Bingo
New this year: Bingo under the tent. Win prizes! Hosted by the Batavia Overseas VFW Post.

1 p.m. | FrogLady
Dive into the enchanting world of amphibians and reptiles with FrogLady! This engaging program is designed for all ages and offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to bring the magic of live animals up close.

2 p.m. | Pet Competition
The first 50 registered participants will receive a complimentary “doggie bag” to take home. Register at Main Stage. Categories: “best overall” in five categories: Best Kisser, Best Trick, Highest Jump, Best Costume and Most Unusual.
Emcee: Craig Foltos, Foltos Tonsorial Parlor

2:30–4:30 p.m. | Sidewalk Chalk Contest
South Riverwalk Plaza
All chalk drawings will be entered to win a People’s Choice Contest for “Most Uplifting” and “Best of Batavia.” The contest will be held on Batavia Park District’s Facebook page after the festival.

3–5 p.m. | This End Up Band
This End Up is a six-piece band with nearly 20 years of experience, delivering energetic covers of rock, pop, and country hits by artists from Aretha Franklin to Bruno Mars.

6–8 p.m. | Libido Funk Circus
An over-the-top tribute band playing 1970s disco music, and rock from the 1960s to today.

9–11 p.m. | 7th Heaven
This legendary Chicago band is known for high energy shows, original hits like “Stoplight,” and their iconic 30-songs-in-30-minutes medley of ’70s and ’80s classics.

Sunday, July 12

Noon-6 p.m. | Food Court & Beer Garden open
Beer Garden brought to you by Ignite Medical Resorts

Noon–6 p.m. | Golf Challenge

Noon–6 p.m. | Carnival

Noon–1 p.m. | Sundae Funday Challenge
A fun and friendly ice cream-eating challenge! Children will compete for two prizes—Fastest Eater and Neatest Eater—as they devour identical ice cream sundaes. Please note: All ice cream served contains 100% dairy.
Sponsored by The Creamery.

2 p.m. | Friendship Bracelet Making

1–3 p.m. | Beyond the Blonde
Enjoy a high-energy tribute to P!NK, Gwen Stefani, and Lady Gaga with hit songs and signature costume changes. Sing and dance along!

3–4 p.m. | Diaper Derby
Crawling race for babies ages 6–15 months. Register near the Main stage from 2:30–2:45 p.m.
Presented by the Batavia Mothers’ Club.

4–6 p.m. | Simple Remedy
This Chicago band fuses country, folk, rock, blues, and soul, delivering energetic shows, authentic storytelling, and classic-to-modern covers.