Zack Sullivan - Executive Director
zsullivan@geneseo.org
The Geneseo Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 57th Annual Geneseo Music Festival, which will take place on Father’s Day Weekend, June 13-15, 2025 in Geneseo, IL. The event promises to be a weekend of fun and entertainment for people of all ages, with music performances, food vendors, and a variety of family-friendly activities.
One of the highlights of the festival is the popular Father's Day Music Festival Parade, sponsored by Geneseo Communications, in downtown Geneseo on Sunday June 15 at 1pm. The parade is the perfect opportunity to celebrate with Fathers, Grandfathers, and Uncles with a classic Midwestern summertime festival backdrop. It offers a chance for Geneseo and guests to come together and enjoy the festive spirit.
The Geneseo Music Festival is an event that has something for everyone. Music lovers will appreciate the wide range of musical genres, including rock, country, jazz, and blues. Foodies will enjoy the variety of food vendors, offering mouth-watering dishes for all to enjoy. Festival-goers can also participate in fun-filled activities like carnival games, or unique crafts and gifts from over sixty vendors at the Music Festival Craft Fair, and more.
The Little Miss Music Fest Pageant returns in 2025 after a successful debut last year, which will take place before the annual Geneseo Rotary Music Festival Queen Pageant on Friday evening. Live music can be found throughout Geneseo on Saturday at the Geneseo City Park and at Geneseo Brewing Company. On Sunday morning, the Father’s Day Fly-In Breakfast at Gen-Airpark is a very popular draw.
Zack Sullivan, the event organizer with the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce, shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming 2025 Geneseo Music Festival, stating, "We are absolutely thrilled to bring this longstanding community festival to Geneseo for its 57th year. Our goal is to create a truly fun and memorable experience for every attendee, from families enjoying a day out to music lovers soaking in the performances." Sullivan emphasized the enduring appeal of a beloved local tradition, adding, "The Father's Day Parade is always a crowd favorite, a cornerstone of our community's celebrations. We're incredibly excited to witness the Geneseo community coming together once again for this special occasion, enjoying not only the parade but also the musical acts and activities we have planned throughout the festival weekend."
With Summer 2025 officially underway, it's the perfect time to plan a weekend getaway in Geneseo with family and friends. The festival promises to be an unforgettable experience and a highlight of the summer season for all.
For more information about the Geneseo Music Festival and the Father's Day Parade, please visit our website at www.geneseo.org, or call the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce at 309-944-2686
2025 Geneseo Music Fest Schedule
Friday June 13
● 5:00 pm: 2025 Geneseo Music Fest begins and Food Trucks open
● 5:00 pm: Kiwanis Annual Doo Dah Parade – Downtown Geneseo
● 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Geneseo Rotary Ice Cream Social – Geneseo City Park
● 5:30 pm: 2025 Little Miss Geneseo Music Festival Pageant – City Park Bandshell
● 7:00 pm: 2025 Geneseo Music Fest Queen Pageant presented by Geneseo Rotary – City Park Bandshell
Saturday June 14 CITY PARK BANDSHELL SCHEDULE
*(All acts take place at the Geneseo City Park Bandshell)
● 7:00-10:00 am: Maple City 4 Run presented by Geneseo Rotary Club
● 10:00 -11:00 am: Jazzercise Strength 45 in the Park by Jazzercise
● 11:30-2:00 pm: Musical Memories Recital
o 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Geneseo Panic!
● 2:00-3:00pm: GHS Cheer Clinic
● 3:00-4:00 pm: LIVE MUSIC - Paxton Sherbyn & The Solid Gold Boys
● 5:30-7:30 pm: LIVE MUSIC - Smooth Groove
Saturday June 14
● 8:00 am – 3:00 pm: Geneseo Farmer’s Market – North City Park
● 8:00 am – 6:00 pm: AETA Tractor Display – North City Park
● 9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Family Fest (inflatables & more) presented by Geneseo Park District
– Geneseo City Park
● 9:00 am – 6:00 pm: Geneseo Music Fest Art & Craft Fair – Geneseo City Park
● 10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Pony Rides by Tri-Co Equestrian Center, LLC - Geneseo City Park
near the intersection of State & North Streets
● 11:00 am – 3:00 pm: LIVE MUSIC - Party on the Patio - In-A-Godda-Da-Vida Music
● 11:00 am – 1:00 pm: FFA Ag Alumni Lunch Cookout – Geneseo City Park
● 12:30 pm: Dean Olson Memorial Pedal Pull – Geneseo City Park
o Trophies Sponsored by: Clements Farm
● 2:30 pm – Geneseo 4Baggers Bags Tournament for Youth – Geneseo City Park
● 4:30 pm – Geneseo 4Baggers Bags Tournament for Adults – Geneseo City Park
● 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm: LIVE MUSIC – Shaun Easton – Geneseo Brewing Co.
● 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Ice Cream Social - Geneseo Art League – Geneseo City Park
●7:00 pm–10:00 pm: LIVE MUSIC–Monica Austin–Geneseo Brewing Co.
●8:00 pm: Outdoor Movie Series & LIVE MUSIC–“TBD”-presented by the Geneseo Park District Foundation-Geneseo Park District Athletic Field
Sunday June 15
●7:00 am–11:00 am: Father’s Day Fly-In Breakfast–Gen-Airpark
●10:00 am–4:00 pm: Geneseo Music Fest Art & Craft Fair–Geneseo City Park
●10:30 am: Sunday Morning Church Service–First Methodist Church-Geneseo City Park Bandshell
●11:00 am–1:00 pm: Father’s Day Parade Staging–Geneseo High School Parking Lot
●1:00 pm: 2025 Geneseo Music Fest Father’s Day Parade–State Street/Downtown Geneseo - Parade Sponsored by: Geneseo Communications
●2:00 pm: LIVE MUSIC–Ryan Bizarri and Friends–Geneseo City Park Bandshell
●4:00 pm: 2025 Geneseo Music Fest Conclude