Carol Stream fest pays tribute to classic rockers
Carol Stream's annual four-day summer festival returns to the Carol Stream Town Center this weekend with a full lineup of music, tons of carnival rides, and entertainment for both young and old. Daily Herald Staff Writer Jack Komperda asked Carol Stream Assistant Village Manager Chris Oakley to tell us about the event.
Q. Who organizes it?
A. Village of Carol Stream and Onesti Entertainment
Q. When is it?
A. Thursday: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday: 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday: 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Q. Where is it?
A. Ross Ferraro Town Center, located at Gary Avenue and Lies Road, Carol Stream
Q. Is there a charge to enter?
A. Admission is free
Q. Where is the best place to park?
A. On-site and overflow parking located at Glenbard North High School lot.
Q. What kind of food will be there?
A. Lou Malnati's (Deep Dish Pizza), Rocco Vino's (Lasagna, Baked Clams) Bojo's (Brats, Hot Dogs, Corn on the Cob), Stone Dragon (Fried Rice, Egg Rolls, Crab Rangoon), Hawkins Mediterranean (Shish Kabob, Turkey Leg, Fajitas) Bella Vista (Popcorn Shrimp & Chicken, Papa Frites, Garlic Parmesan Fries, Fried Twinkies), Baskin Robbins - (Ice Cream, Slushies, Cappuccino Blasts) Genoa (Grilled Italian Sausage, Italian Beef, Hamburgers, Mozzarella Sticks)
Q. What's new this year?
A. Musical tributes to Queen, Police, Garth Brooks, Dave Matthews Band, Journey, Boston and the Beatles
Q. What's everyone's favorite attraction?
A. Home Depot Kid's Wood Workshop, Teen Musical Festival, Kid's Korral
Q. Is there a carnival?
A. Yes
Q. How many rides & games?
A. 16 rides
Q. Do you know what the ticket cost will be?
A. $2 - Kid Ride, $3 - Intermediate, $4 Adult Ride. Discount Unlimited Ride Wristbands are $20 on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
There also will be a free Carnival for Special Needs Residents & their Family Members/Caregivers June 7 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Q. Is there a good number to call for more information?
A. (630) 665-7050
Q. Is there a Web site that provides more information?