Musky Fest 2026
Join us for the 35th edition of our annual street festival!
Join us!
Friday – Sunday
September 11 – September 13
3030 N. Racine Street
Chicago, IL 60657
773.528.4400
info@willsnorthwoodsinn.com
Overview
Join us for the last great street fest of the year. Back by popular demand and returning for the second year in a row, it’s a three day event!
Join us on Nelson Street, in front of Will’s Northwoods Inn, on Friday and Sunday for food, beverage, and live music or help us extend it onto Racine Avenue on Saturday for a bigger, bolder street fest experience featuring:
*Even more food and live music throughout the whole day,
*Emcee and host Trace Hamilton of Sonic Motel,
*Two different DJ pop-ups showcasing a variety of talent,
*The Lane Tech cheer squad bake sale,
*and the ferociously fun campaigning of, and voting for, our 16 Musky Queen candidates.
The crowing of this year’s Musky Queen concludes our Saturday festivities at approximately 9:45pm.
Join un on Sunday as we kick off our Green Bay Packers against the Minnesota Vikings at 3:25PM with game sound and DJ dBLAC on the street!
The three day band lineup is below.
Festival Hours are as follows:
FRIDAY 9/11 5PM-10PM (Bar closes at Midnight)
SATURDAY 9/12 10AM-10PM (Bar closes at Midnight)
SUNDAY 9/13 10AM-7PM (That’s the end. We all go home.)
Schedule
(subject to change)
Friday 9/11 6:30PM
Nelson Street Revival
Saturday 9/12 12:00PM
The Shades
Saturday 9/12 2:00PM
Fueled by Emo
Saturday 9/12 4:45PM
Sonic Motel
Saturday 9/12 7:30PM
Talk of the Town
Sunday 9/13 10:00AM
Wiggle Worms (it’s for the kiddos!)
Sunday 9/13 11:00AM
Wild Scallions
Sunday 9/13 1:15PM
Alpine Thunder
FAQ
Are dogs or other pets allowed?
Sadly, not this weekend. If you wish to bring your service animal, please be advised that we have right to refuse entrance to both you and your animal due to safety concerns.
Is It free?
Entrance is! For sure. We will be collecting donations at all three entrances for our two neighborhood elementary schools: Burleigh and Tubman. Parent volunteers will be available all day to thank you for your contribution. Food and beverage for purchase, both inside the bar and on the street.
Can i bring my family and are children allowed?
Absolutely, but it gets busy quickly. Please proceed with caution. Any minor (under the age of 21) must be accompanied by a LEGAL GUARDIAN. If you are looking for fun and family-oriented, we strongly encourage you to visit us on Sunday 9/13 at 10am for the School of Rock’s Wiggle Worms. Laura is the BEST!
DO i have to have my ID?
100 billion percent yes. And a valid ID is PHYSICAL and current. Pictures and electronic IDs, expired IDs, student IDs, gun permits, and credit cards do not count. If you are a minor without a guardian, you will not be allowed into the festival.
Can i bring in my own food and beverage?
Sorry, Charlie! We are super excited about the food and beverage we are offering this year at our annual festival. Please support our business, team, and neighborhood by purchasing something off of our curated festival menu.