Taste of Joliet Won't Happen This Summer, Coronavirus Blamed

JOLIET, IL — The Joliet Park District issued a news release Tuesday morning announcing that the Taste of Joliet will be canceled for the second straight summer.

"Due to the uncertainty regarding COVID protocols as we near summer, and in the interest of safety for our fans, volunteers, staff, vendors, partners and entertainers, the 2021 Taste of Joliet will not go on as scheduled," the statement from Joliet Park District Executive Director Brad Staab indicated. "Unfortunately, there are just too many unknowns to host an event for 55,000-plus people in June. To request a refund for tickets purchased, please call 815-741-7275."

There is a chance that the Joliet Park District will still hold a smaller festival event toward the end of summer.

"We will host a smaller community event with live music and great food later this summer. Mark your calendars for August 20 – 22 and stay tuned for more details," Joliet's Park District hinted in Tuesday's news release. "Thank you for understanding. We appreciate your support and can't wait to bring the full Taste of Joliet back in 2022."