Tap Room Gaming Helps Bring Weekend of Music and Culture to Waukegan
Waukegan - This coming weekend, a diverse crowd of thousands is expected to descend on Waukegan for two major festivals, one classic and one brand new. Both festivals will be co-sponsored by area employer Tap Room Gaming.
The timeless AfroFest will be holding its 33rd annual celebration on Waukegan's Lakefront. AfroFest is a family friendly event that celebrates African culture and music. The festivities will include a car and motorcycle show, pony rides, fashion show, steppers show, music, and food. There will also be a backpack and school supply giveaway to help usher in the new school year.
"AfroFest means so much to the people of Waukegan and we are very proud of this event," said event organizer, Commissioner-elect Angelo Kyle. "People look forward to this festival all year long, and we are grateful for our community partners who are helping to make this event bigger and better than years before."
Admission to AfroFest is free and it will be held at the Waukegan Lakefront on August 25, from 11am to 7pm. For more information, and sponsorship opportunities, contact Angelo Kyle at 847-404-1591.
Travel up from the lakefront and you will see downtown Waukegan alive with its first ever Waukegan Music Festival. It will feature concerts, carnival rides, classic cars, music workshops, cooking demonstrations, beer and wine tastings, a cigar lounge, and many food options. The festival aims to become the main summer event in Lake County, as part of the city's vision to rebrand itself as an important business and cultural destination.
"Waukegan is a very special city with so much civic pride. It is an honor to work with reliable sponsors like Tap Room Gaming, to bring this extraordinary event to the people of this city," said festival Marketing Director, Cesar Rolon.
With their headquarters in the heart of Lake County, Tap Room Gaming has strong local ties and is known for its history of charitable giving. They regularly sponsor community events and donate to area not-for-profits. Tap Room Gaming operates many of the video gaming terminals across Lake County and employs over 95 members of the local community. As an important small business partner, Tap Room Gaming is committed to making Waukegan a stronger community.
Admission to the Waukegan Music Festival is free, and will be held in downtown Waukegan, on Genesee Street, from Grand Avenue to Washington Street. The hours are Friday from 3pm - 11pm, Saturday from 12pm - 11pm, and Sunday from 12 pm - 11pm. For more information contact Cesar Rolon at 773-251-3329.