FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TILTON, IL — The Village of Tilton is thrilled to announce the official schedule for “Music Fest ’26 at Thomas Park.” Building on the success of previous years, this year’s festival offers an expanded lineup featuring ten distinct nights of entertainment, ranging from a monumental fireworks display to a variety of beloved musical tribute acts.
Running from June through early October, Music Fest ’26 has been curated to appeal to a wide array of musical tastes, ensuring there is something for everyone in the community.
“We are incredibly proud to bring such a high caliber of entertainment to Thomas Park this season,” said a Village spokesperson. “Our goal was to create a calendar full of diverse, family-friendly events that bring the community together, and we believe this lineup achieves that perfectly.”
The Music Fest ’26 Schedule Highlights:
- Season Opener (June 6): The festival kicks off with “80’s Night at Thomas Park,” featuring the high-energy Retrofit 80’s Party Band.
- A Taste of Nashville (June 20): National Recording Singer-Songwriter Tege Holt brings authentic country storytelling to the stage.
- July 4th Spectacular: The Independence Day celebration will feature the Thomas Park Gigantic Firework Display and a Jeep Show in the afternoon to support K9 Warriors, followed by music from The Indigos.
- Themed Nights: August and September are packed with themed performances, including Live Karaoke Band (Aug 1st), a special Fire/EMS Car Show Fundraiser Night with Logan Kirby (Aug 14th), Smooth Sailing Yacht Rock with Afternoon Delight (Sept 12th), and a chance to relive the magic of 70s Disco with The Shagadelics (Sept 26th).
- Grand Finale (October 3rd): The season concludes with “No Fences,” a spectacular ultimate tribute to Garth Brooks.
Venue and Dining Information
All performances will take place at Thomas Park. Most shows are scheduled from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with a slightly adjusted time for the October finale. Concert-goers are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot.
To ensure attendees have a complete evening experience, food and refreshments will be available. The beloved local favorite, The Village Grill, will be on-site and serving food throughout the festival dates.
This event is made possible through the generous support of local businesses, including Toyota of Danville, Xfinity, Longview Bank, Tilton Clinic (Horizon Health), Tilton Mini Warehouses, Republic Services, Carnaghi Towing & Repair, The Siefert Team, JT’s Graphics, and Kelly Printing Co.
For more information and a complete list of dates and performers, please visit Tiltonil.com under the Village Calendar or check us out on Facebook facebook.com/tiltonil