Schaumburg announces Main Stage entertainment for 2025 Septemberfest
The village of Schaumburg has announced Septemberfest’s main stage entertainment lineup with Danny Seraphine & CTA, Cinderella’s Tom Keifer and Sister Hazel scheduled to perform as headliners of the popular three-day festival that will be taking place Aug. 30 through Sept. 1.
Danny Seraphine & CTA will headline the main stage at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30. The music of Chicago comes alive with Danny Seraphine, original drummer and co-founder of the band. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and his all-star band, CTA, perform the music of Chicago like no one else. With a lineup featuring top-tier talent — including Tony Grant, Marc Bonilla, Ed Roth and Travis Davis — their “Take Me Back to Chicago” tour delivers iconic horn-driven rock anthems, soulful ballads and jazz-rock brilliance.
SEMPLE Band will open for Danny Seraphine & CTA at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 30. Fronted by acclaimed Chicago vocalist Keith Semple, SEMPLE Band is known for their explosive live shows blending top-tier musicianship with genre-spanning medleys. From The Beatles and Rolling Stones to Michael Jackson, 70s rock, alternative, punk and modern pop, their high-energy sets take audiences on a musical journey across decades of hits and styles.
On Sunday, Aug. 31, Cinderella’s Tom Keifer will headline the main stage at 8:30 p.m., delivering a high-energy live show. Best known as the powerhouse frontman of multiplatinum rockers Cinderella, Keifer brings his signature blues-soaked vocals and guitar-driven anthems to the stage with Keifer Band. Over the past decade, Keifer has forged a successful solo career, releasing two critically acclaimed albums: “The Way Life Goes” (2013) and “RISE” (2019). Celebrating 10 years of touring, Keifer Band — featuring Tom Keifer, Savannah Keifer, Tony Higbee, Billy Mercer, Jarred Pope, Kory Myers and Tanya Davis — seamlessly blends Cinderella classics with standout tracks from Keifer’s solo work. A 15-minute fireworks display will follow the performance at 10 p.m.
Hairbangers Ball, a Chicago-based tribute to all things ’80s rock, opens for Cinderella’s Tom Keifer at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 31. Hairbangers Ball has been igniting stages nationwide since 2001. With more than two decades of power-packed shows, they deliver the big hair, bigger hooks, and full-throttle energy of the era’s wildest arena acts; perfect for fans reliving the glory days or discovering the decade’s iconic sound.
Just Like Pink: The Nation’s Premiere Pink Experience will perform at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 1, following the Labor Day Parade. Driven by a true admiration and emotional connection to Pink’s music, Just Like Pink has become one of the most elite tribute acts in the U.S. With performances across the country, they expertly capture the essence of Pink’s dynamic spirit. Prepare to “Raise Your Glass,” sing along, and dance to all the chart-topping hits that made Pink a global icon.
Sister Hazel will headline the main stage at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 1 with a performance that blends rock, alternative and country with their signature sound. Their 1997 hit “All for You” topped the adult alternative charts and helped their album go platinum. With multiple entries on the Billboard Top Country Albums Chart, the band remains a beloved presence in the music scene.
Foo Fighters Experience will open for Sister Hazel at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 1, delivering the raw energy and anthemic power of one of rock’s most iconic bands. From hits like “Everlong” and “Learn to Fly” to fan-favorite deep cuts, their dynamic tribute captures the spirit of a true Foo Fighters show: loud, fun, and unforgettable.
A schedule of performing acts for the Local Stage can be found online at septemberfest.org.
Septemberfest will be held Aug. 30 to Sept. 1 on the grounds located near the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, in Schaumburg. Though all entertainment acts are free, VIP tickets are available for purchase. VIP ticket holders will be provided with a chair at the main stage, come-and-go privileges to enjoy the festival, access to a climate-controlled restroom and VIP access to the bar at the main stage. VIP tickets for all evening shows are $35 each (including fees). VIP tickets for Monday afternoon’s Just Like Pink: The Nation’s Premiere Pink Experience are $20 (including fees).
Septemberfest sponsorship opportunities are available at corporate and local levels. Opportunities include on-site activation booths and displays, naming rights for major attractions, on-site digital and traditional advertising, and social media advertising. For more information about sponsorship opportunities, visit septemberfest.org/sponsor.
Septemberfest is seeking volunteers for morning, afternoon and evening shifts. Shifts are four hours, and each volunteer will receive a volunteer T-shirt, parking pass and food tickets for their shift, and will have an opportunity to meet people from their community and be invited to the Septemberfest Volunteer Appreciation Reception. Volunteer registration can be found online at septemberfest.org.
For more information about Septemberfest, VIP tickets, sponsorships, volunteer opportunities and more, visit the website or contact Roxane Benvenuti, at rbenvenuti@schaumburg.com, or (847) 923-3605.
Septemberfest is the village of Schaumburg’s flagship event, bringing in more than 100,000 patrons annually from near and far. Admission to the festival is free and features 18-23 carnival rides, two stages of free entertainment, a craft beer and wine area featuring up to eight vendors, an arts and crafts show, Bingo, the Taste of Schaumburg featuring up to 24 restaurants, a fireworks display on Sunday and a parade on Labor Day.