CHICAGO RIDGE, IL — RidgeFest 2022 is back with a vengeance, featuring a lineup of 80s power rock bands and local acts. Get ready to party July 28 through July 31 on the grounds of Freedom Park at Birmingham and Oak.

Featuring bands, food, beer, rides, family entertainment, musical fireworks and a merchant lane carrying everything from handcrafted items to light-up toys, it's easy to see why Southsiders flock to RidgeFest year after year.

Pick up a few baubles or a handcrafted item at Merchant Lane, or head over to Restaurant Row, featuring popular local restaurants and carnival fare.

Admission is $10 all three days, with free admission to Chicago Ridge residents on Sunday (proof of residency required).

Thrill seekers can pick up a mega pass during RidgeFest for $40, which covers admission all three days and rides (best deal, especially for kids over 12).

On Sunday, July 31, there is a $20 ride special from 3 to 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, JULY 29, 5:30 to 11:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 30, 3 to 11:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 31, 3 to 10:30 p.m.

Super Sunday Fun Day, 3 to 7 p.m. (unless noted):

Genoa Italian Concessions Lucky Burrito Food Truck Tone Capone's Tacos Food Truck Boy Scout Troop 665 Original Rainbow Cone Truck Barone's SnoDaze Tropical Sno Food Truck Big Joe's Backyard BBQ Gourmet Delights Zo's Good Burger Food Truck Lee's Concessions Nick's Pizza

D'Olivas Fashions Midnight Terror Haunted House Anna's and Lovely's Magickal Treasures Global Travel Solutions Little Shellz Unique Treasure Décor Pink Zebra We Rock Crystal Shop Chiro One Lori's Jewelry Box Sahara Henna Designs Pamela Reichard Maria Villegas Martin Toys Tienditardo Jewels 2U Leaf Home Water Solutions Lion's Club

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