More About Lakeside Festival at the Dole
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Overview & Events
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Four fun-filled days for the whole family!
MUSIC - Exciting live music – 14 bands over 4 days on 2 outdoor stages!
FOOD - Scrumptious food – seriously mouth-watering summer fare!
CARNIVAL - Thrilling, unlimited carnival rides for all ages!
DRINKS - An incredible selection of beer and wines!
GAMES - Midway games for the whole family!
Baggo tournament – Got a competitive streak? Bean bags abound! Register now. Teams get free entrance to fest, drink tickets and a chance to win cash prizes.
KIDS - Activities: Face-painting, Superheroes, Team Mascots, Ice Cream Eating Contest, Decorated Bike Parade.
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HOURS
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Thursday, June 29th 3:00pm – 11:00pm
Friday, June 30th 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Saturday, July 1st 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sunday, July 2nd 12:00pm – 10:00pm
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ADMISSION
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$10 - Gate charge for each day for ages 13 and up.
$5 - Seniors 65+
Active MILITARY with ID are FREE
KIDS 12 and under are FREE
Credit and Debit cards are the preferred method of payment.
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LIVE MUSIC
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June 29
3:00-7:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
4:30 pm - Pirates over 40 on the NWH Stage
- Close your eyes and you can almost feel the cool Caribbean breezes when Pirates Over 40 take the stage to launch into an Island Party.
8:30pm - Spin Doctors on the Pabst Stage
- Thirty years. It’s an eternity in rock ‘n’ roll, and a marathon for the bands who fly its tattered flag. Revisit the class of 1988, and the casualties are piled high: a thousand bands that blew up and burnt out. In this chew-and-spit industry, the Spin Doctors are the last men standing, still making music like their lives depend on it, still riding the bus, still shaking the room. They’ve never been a band for backslaps and self-congratulation. Even now, plans are afoot for a seventh studio album and another swashbuckling world tour, adding to their tally of almost two thousand shows. - 12 million + albums sold - Grammy nominated - Best Rock Performance by a Group- Pocket Full of Kryptonite - 5x platinum in US, Canada and Australia, Certified Gold in Germany, UK, Norway and Sweden Turn it Upside Down
TICKETS: Click for Details
June 30
12pm - 4:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
1pm - Kids' Ice Cream Eating Contest
2:00 pm - The Special Consensus on the NWH Stage
A four-person acoustic bluegrass band that formed in the Chicago area in 1975, the band has released 19 recordings and has appeared on numerous cable television shows, including The Nashville Network and the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Rivers And Roads (Compass Records) was released in March 2018 and received IBMA awards for Instrumental Recorded Performance of the Year and Album of the Year in addition to a GRAMMY nomination for the Best Bluegrass Album award.
3:00-5:00pm - Dole Mansion Tours
4:00 pm - The Way Outs on the Pabst Stage
Veterans of the Chicago music scene, The Wayouts' members have diverse musical resumes including signed, original indie rock projects, solo singer/songwriters and high-profile cover bands. They bring to the stage garage rock from the 1960’s.
6:00 pm - Jimmy Nick on the NWH Stage
Guitar slinging blues prodigy combines his massive talent and stage theatrics with high energy blues and rock & roll for one of the best live shows around.
7:30pm - Hi Infidelity on the Pabst Stage
This band has been voted the Best Rock Band by suburban Nite Life Magazine. They are comprised of six talented musicians who will make you feel as if you are listening to the original artists while performing the hits from Journey to REO to Styx and many others.
July 1
12pm - 4:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
2:00pm - Ethan Bell Band on the NWH Stage
With their skillfully led instrumentals, creative cover mashups, and new songs that blur the line between country, pop and hip-hop, The Ethan Bell Band has been humbly compared to their influencers - Zac Brown Band and Florida Georgia Line. While currently playing over 125 shows a year in the club, casino and festival circuit all over the Midwest and Nashville, The Ethan Bell Band has already opened for Chase Bryant, The Marshall Tucker Band, Love and Theft, and Dylan Scott. Their first two singles, "Party Bus" and "Hold You Now" are gaining buzz as the band tirelessly promotes their releases at local radio, and internet stations. Their first EP will drop later this year.
4:00pm - Dangerous Joes on the NWH Stage
A Chicago based band that prides itself on its entertaining combination of musicianship and high energy stage performance. Fronted by one of the city’s most prominent lead singers and the band’s namesake, Keith Semple, every show is guaranteed to be a nonstop great time! With styles ranging from 70’s Rock to modern pop songs and everything in between, everyone is sure to leave happy.
5:00pm - 9:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $40)
6:00pm - Semple on Pabst Stage
From Crystal Lake, they play the music of the 70's, 80's, 90's, 2000's and now. Alternative, Rock and Country-all the crowd favorites.
8:30pm - Modern Day Romeos on Pabst Stage
MDR will rock the crowd with their covers from Black Betty, Honky Talk Woman, Centerfold and many more. They promise, even if you come alone, you will make friends with the people around you.
July 2
12pm - 4:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
1:00 pm PARADE down Dole Ave to Lakeside Festival
12:00pm - Kaleidoscope Eyes - NWH Stage
Kaleidoscope Eyes is Chicago’s premiere acoustic Beatles tribute band. They pay homage to the band that’s the official soundtrack of generations of families. Come see and hear why audiences across Chicagoland are raving about this captivating, crowd-engaging band!
3:00pm - 7th Heaven on the Pabst Stage
7th Heaven is an experience like no other. 7th Heaven has reached #1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts three times in the past three years. The band has been heard on over 7 radio stations in Chicagoland with their hits “Stoplight,” “Better This Way,” and “Sing”. Also known for the famous “30 Songs in 30 Minutes” medley of songs from the 70’s and 80’s, 7th Heaven has been an entertainment staple for 30+ years. Playing over 250 shows a year, with an average of 100 outdoor events, 7th Heaven has earned the right to say,” We’ve seen a million faces and rocked them all!”.
5:00pm - Simply Billy on NWH Stage
Brian utilizes his energy, “Billy” vocals and of course his virtuoso piano techniqueto bring to life the incredible and wonderful catalog of music Billy Joel created.
7:00pm - Made in America
A Tribute To Toby Keith recreates the sound, look and energy of the Toby Keith concert experience. Bringing award winning musicianship and seasoned professionalism along with them, MIA is going to show you what its like when “Country Comes To Town”! Rich Eckhardt (lead guitar player in Toby Keith’s touring band says “Paul Wenzel makes a very convincing Toby and his band is fantastic!” and also Toby Keith touring bass player Dink Cook says “Saw the show and was blown away, an amazing tribute to Toby and our band!” Made In America has performed all across the US to sold out crowds! Come see what Toby fans are raving about!
Photo from the festival facebook page
Overview & Events
*******************
Four fun-filled days for the whole family!
MUSIC - Exciting live music – 14 bands over 4 days on 2 outdoor stages!
FOOD - Scrumptious food – seriously mouth-watering summer fare!
CARNIVAL - Thrilling, unlimited carnival rides for all ages!
DRINKS - An incredible selection of beer and wines!
GAMES - Midway games for the whole family!
Baggo tournament – Got a competitive streak? Bean bags abound! Register now. Teams get free entrance to fest, drink tickets and a chance to win cash prizes.
KIDS - Activities: Face-painting, Superheroes, Team Mascots, Ice Cream Eating Contest, Decorated Bike Parade.
**************
HOURS
**************
Thursday, June 29th 3:00pm – 11:00pm
Friday, June 30th 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Saturday, July 1st 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sunday, July 2nd 12:00pm – 10:00pm
**************
ADMISSION
**************
$10 - Gate charge for each day for ages 13 and up.
$5 - Seniors 65+
Active MILITARY with ID are FREE
KIDS 12 and under are FREE
Credit and Debit cards are the preferred method of payment.
**************
LIVE MUSIC
**************
June 29
3:00-7:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
4:30 pm - Pirates over 40 on the NWH Stage
- Close your eyes and you can almost feel the cool Caribbean breezes when Pirates Over 40 take the stage to launch into an Island Party.
8:30pm - Spin Doctors on the Pabst Stage
- Thirty years. It’s an eternity in rock ‘n’ roll, and a marathon for the bands who fly its tattered flag. Revisit the class of 1988, and the casualties are piled high: a thousand bands that blew up and burnt out. In this chew-and-spit industry, the Spin Doctors are the last men standing, still making music like their lives depend on it, still riding the bus, still shaking the room. They’ve never been a band for backslaps and self-congratulation. Even now, plans are afoot for a seventh studio album and another swashbuckling world tour, adding to their tally of almost two thousand shows. - 12 million + albums sold - Grammy nominated - Best Rock Performance by a Group- Pocket Full of Kryptonite - 5x platinum in US, Canada and Australia, Certified Gold in Germany, UK, Norway and Sweden Turn it Upside Down
TICKETS: Click for Details
June 30
12pm - 4:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
1pm - Kids' Ice Cream Eating Contest
2:00 pm - The Special Consensus on the NWH Stage
A four-person acoustic bluegrass band that formed in the Chicago area in 1975, the band has released 19 recordings and has appeared on numerous cable television shows, including The Nashville Network and the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Rivers And Roads (Compass Records) was released in March 2018 and received IBMA awards for Instrumental Recorded Performance of the Year and Album of the Year in addition to a GRAMMY nomination for the Best Bluegrass Album award.
3:00-5:00pm - Dole Mansion Tours
4:00 pm - The Way Outs on the Pabst Stage
Veterans of the Chicago music scene, The Wayouts' members have diverse musical resumes including signed, original indie rock projects, solo singer/songwriters and high-profile cover bands. They bring to the stage garage rock from the 1960’s.
6:00 pm - Jimmy Nick on the NWH Stage
Guitar slinging blues prodigy combines his massive talent and stage theatrics with high energy blues and rock & roll for one of the best live shows around.
7:30pm - Hi Infidelity on the Pabst Stage
This band has been voted the Best Rock Band by suburban Nite Life Magazine. They are comprised of six talented musicians who will make you feel as if you are listening to the original artists while performing the hits from Journey to REO to Styx and many others.
July 1
12pm - 4:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
2:00pm - Ethan Bell Band on the NWH Stage
With their skillfully led instrumentals, creative cover mashups, and new songs that blur the line between country, pop and hip-hop, The Ethan Bell Band has been humbly compared to their influencers - Zac Brown Band and Florida Georgia Line. While currently playing over 125 shows a year in the club, casino and festival circuit all over the Midwest and Nashville, The Ethan Bell Band has already opened for Chase Bryant, The Marshall Tucker Band, Love and Theft, and Dylan Scott. Their first two singles, "Party Bus" and "Hold You Now" are gaining buzz as the band tirelessly promotes their releases at local radio, and internet stations. Their first EP will drop later this year.
4:00pm - Dangerous Joes on the NWH Stage
A Chicago based band that prides itself on its entertaining combination of musicianship and high energy stage performance. Fronted by one of the city’s most prominent lead singers and the band’s namesake, Keith Semple, every show is guaranteed to be a nonstop great time! With styles ranging from 70’s Rock to modern pop songs and everything in between, everyone is sure to leave happy.
5:00pm - 9:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $40)
6:00pm - Semple on Pabst Stage
From Crystal Lake, they play the music of the 70's, 80's, 90's, 2000's and now. Alternative, Rock and Country-all the crowd favorites.
8:30pm - Modern Day Romeos on Pabst Stage
MDR will rock the crowd with their covers from Black Betty, Honky Talk Woman, Centerfold and many more. They promise, even if you come alone, you will make friends with the people around you.
July 2
12pm - 4:00pm - Unlimited Carnival Rides (Wristbands $30)
1:00 pm PARADE down Dole Ave to Lakeside Festival
12:00pm - Kaleidoscope Eyes - NWH Stage
Kaleidoscope Eyes is Chicago’s premiere acoustic Beatles tribute band. They pay homage to the band that’s the official soundtrack of generations of families. Come see and hear why audiences across Chicagoland are raving about this captivating, crowd-engaging band!
3:00pm - 7th Heaven on the Pabst Stage
7th Heaven is an experience like no other. 7th Heaven has reached #1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts three times in the past three years. The band has been heard on over 7 radio stations in Chicagoland with their hits “Stoplight,” “Better This Way,” and “Sing”. Also known for the famous “30 Songs in 30 Minutes” medley of songs from the 70’s and 80’s, 7th Heaven has been an entertainment staple for 30+ years. Playing over 250 shows a year, with an average of 100 outdoor events, 7th Heaven has earned the right to say,” We’ve seen a million faces and rocked them all!”.
5:00pm - Simply Billy on NWH Stage
Brian utilizes his energy, “Billy” vocals and of course his virtuoso piano techniqueto bring to life the incredible and wonderful catalog of music Billy Joel created.
7:00pm - Made in America
A Tribute To Toby Keith recreates the sound, look and energy of the Toby Keith concert experience. Bringing award winning musicianship and seasoned professionalism along with them, MIA is going to show you what its like when “Country Comes To Town”! Rich Eckhardt (lead guitar player in Toby Keith’s touring band says “Paul Wenzel makes a very convincing Toby and his band is fantastic!” and also Toby Keith touring bass player Dink Cook says “Saw the show and was blown away, an amazing tribute to Toby and our band!” Made In America has performed all across the US to sold out crowds! Come see what Toby fans are raving about!
Photo from the festival facebook page
Date & Time
July 1, 2023
Additional Dates
This event also occurs on:
07/02/2023
Location
Dole Mansion
401 Country Club Rd
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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