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Darienfest 2019: What To Know Before You Go

Full schedule, entertainment and more as you prepare for Darienfest 2019.

Darienfest, held from Aug. 9-11 this year, will mark the 50th anniversary of the city.
Darienfest, held from Aug. 9-11 this year, will mark the 50th anniversary of the city. (Darien Chamber of Commerce)

DARIEN, IL — Three days of fun are planned for the annual Darienfest, which returns for its 32nd year and is set for August 9-11 at Darien Community Park in 2019. This year, the Darien Chamber of Commerce event coincides with the yearlong 50th anniversary celebration of the city of Darien.

Here's everything you should know as you plan to attend the event this year.

Schedule Of Events

Via the Darien Chamber of Commerce

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Friday, August 9

  • 5:45-6 p.m. Opening Ceremonies
  • 6-10:30 p.m. Windy City Carnival
  • 610:30 p.m. Business EXPO

Saturday, August 10

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  • 1- 10:30 p.m. Windy City Carnival
  • 1-7 p.m. Business EXPO
  • 1-1:30 p.m. DLD Dance Studio Dancers
  • 1:30-2 p.m. SWARM Cheerleaders

Sunday, August 11

  • 1-6 p.m. Windy City Carnival
  • 1 -6 p.m. Business EXPO
  • Noon- 4 p.m. 1st Annual Car Show
  • 2-4 p.m. BINGO/Cancer Smashers

Music Lineup

Saturday, August 9:

  • 6-8 p.m. Rumor Hazit
  • 8:30-10:30 p.m. Funktastic

Saturday, August 10:

  • 3-5 p.m. SODA
  • 6-8 p.m. WaxWorks 60’s, 70’s, 80’s
  • 8:30-10:30 p.m. Gone Country

Sunday, August 11:

  • 1-3 p.m. The Neverly Brothers
  • 3:30-5:30 p.m. Semple Band

Carnival Ride Specials

Location

Darien Community Park, 7100 Clarendon Hills Road in Darien.

Follow The Rules

No pets, outside food or beverages or coolers will be allowed at Darienfest.

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