Bitter Jester Music Festival

	Holden Garcia
	June 5, 2026
	Highland Park, IL
	Port Clinton Square
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The Bitter Jester Music Festival (BJMF) is the Midwest’s largest professional music competition for emerging musicians (bands and solo artists alike). BJMF supports and promotes young and up-and-coming talent from across the Midwest.

Come check out the festival on Fridays & Saturdays in June (6/5, 6/6, 6/12, 6/13, and 6/27 in @downtownhighlandparkil – Music starts at 5:30pm. I’ll be performing as a guest artist on June 5th at Port Clinton Square in @enjoyhighlandpark – there will be guest artists, showcase acts, and competition bands every single night! Come enjoy a great outdoor venue and hear some amazing music! #bitterjestermusicfestival #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals #downtownhighlandpark #visitlakecounty #enjoyillinois #exploreillinois #onlyinillinois #localmusic #localmusicians