What could be more fun than filling your belly with all you can eat and drink, while listening to live music and strolling down the street in one of Chicago’s most loved neighborhoods? Roscoe Village, located on the north side not far from Wrigley Field, is a tight-knit community full of fun pubs, shops, and sidewalk cafes. And this neighborhood loves to party! From community events like Retro on Roscoe, Porchfest 2025, and a robust Farmers Market to the 18th Annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest, back again this summer, the locals turn out and turn it up. And the latter juicy event is back, serving some of Chicagoland's best burgers under one roof.
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Kicking off Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20, this patty party will feature all the greats just like in year’s past: food from killer restaurants; two stages of diverse and fun music; a large Kids’ Zone with face painting, inflatables, games, arts and crafts and music; and unique artisans like Alicia Gomez Art, Slightly Fab and Terra and Talia, who will all be selling their wares.
Come on over to the intersection of Belmont and Damen (2000 W. Belmont) from 5 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
This year’s burger vendors from thirteen acclaimed Chicago restaurants include: Aussom Aussie BBQ, Byron’s Hot Dog, Bust Outs, Epic Burger, Cheesie’s Pub & Grub, Chicago Dog House, Fatso’s Last Stand, Lola’s Coney Island, Reclaimed Bar & Restaurant, Reggies Chicago, Robinson’s, The StopAlong, and Tandoor Char House.
Be sure to cast your vote via text for Best Burger. Each vendor will compete for the “Critics’ Choice” and “People’s Choice” awards. Judges will contemplate the winners on Saturday, July 20 at 2 p.m. for the Critics’ Choice, and crown a winner at 6:50 p.m. The People’s Choice Awards will be determined Sunday at 7:55 p.m.
Good to know: The suggested donation at the gate is $10. Proceeds benefit the Lakeville Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.
"We are thrilled to bring the Roscoe Village Burger Fest back for its eighteenth year," said Becca Girsch, Executive Director of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce in a statement. “Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested gate donation helps keep this annual fest strong for all to enjoy. The donations benefit the invaluable programs and services of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce”.
For more details on Roscoe Burger Fest, including a full list of the musical acts, click here.