GoodFest 2024

GoodFest is back, and we're psyched to bring the best of our area together again for an exceptional evening.

We'll be rocking out to Tributosaurus, Antler Chandelier, and Spread while enjoying great BBQ and supporting a great cause.

Tributosaurus is the Jurassic beast of multiple musical faces made up of the finest musicians from Chicagoland who sing and play the songs they’ve wanted to cover all their lives. The Tributosaurus core has become the ultimate musical chameleon, able to jump from style to style, from ensemble to ensemble easily. What really makes their project work is their great love and respect for the music. As they say, "We love what they do, and have more fun than ought to be legal every time we play."

There'll be an opening act from Spread, a Chicago indy rock band originally from Wilmette. Next up is Antler Chandelier, the Northshore's Premier Antler-Referencing Band. “We play everything, except for Bob Seger.” So get ready, they might pull you in with Janis Joplin or Queen and then take you on a hard left turn with Lizzo, P!nk, The Killers, or Dua Lipa. Weezer one minute, Lady Gaga next. 80’s theme sets, Holiday sets, acoustic dinner music. Prince, Muse, War Pigs. Yes!

There will also be barbeque and bevvies from Wilmette's very own Backyard BBQ and The Bottle Shop. Bring a big thirst and a big appetite!

A portion of the proceeds will go to one of our favorite local causes, Family Promise, North Shore. Family Promise leverages community organizations and resources to help local families with children in homeless situations return quickly to permanent housing. They provide shelter, meals, job search assistance, and more—all while working to address the root causes of their homelessness.

So, bring your friends and family and join us for an evening filled with live music, hot barbeque, and great community.

* Please note tickets in advance are $30, and tickets at the door are $35. Bring the fam - kids under 12 are free!

Check out some of the pics from last year!

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