# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bitter Jester Music Fest: 2025 Grand Finale - Emcee'd by Peter Sagal ("Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!")
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Jun, 2025 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 28 Jun, 2025 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Discover your next favorite band at the Bitter Jester Music Festival's Grand Finale in Downtown Highland Park on Sat, June 28! Join Co-Emcees Peter Sagal (“Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!” on NPR) and BJMF Founder & Emmy-winning Producer/Director Nic DeGrazia from 2-10pm as they host the show!

Eight musical acts from half a dozen states compete alongside four Showcase Artists. Kick back with a cool drink from Steep Ravine Brewing Co. or a great bite to eat from Judy's Pizza, BWB Fish & Chips, or Curt's Cafe as you find incredible new artists to add to your personal playlists after the festival.

?In competition:

@cabin_feverband (NY)
@charlieboy_tb (WI)
@exit122_band (IL)
@meera_raphael_music (RI)
@patchesandalbo (IL)
@platinummoonofficial (NY)
@tikimenofberlin (MI)
@zekerowan_ (MI)

?️Featured Showcases:

@crowdvulture (IL)
@northgroveband (IL)
@theorchidsmusic (IL)
@mynameis.rae (TN)

Huge thank you to all the incredible Bitter Jester Music Fest sponsors and partners, not least of which the City of Highland Park, First Bank of Highland Park, and the Highland Park Community Foundation. ??

MARK THOSE CALENDARS and we’ll see you JUNE 28!

?: Karol Skoczen

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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highland-park/bitter-jester-music-fest-2025-grand-finale-emceed-by-peter-sagal-wait-wait-dont-tell-me/200028388144701
- **Event Categories**: festivals, music, entertainment, music-festivals, concerts, art, live-music, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Highland Park
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2nd St, Highland Park, IL 60035, United States
- **lat**: 42.184537175496
- **long**: -87.800467116517
- **full address**: 2nd St, Highland Park, IL 60035, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Bitter Jester Music Fest: 2025 Grand Finale - Emcee'd by Peter Sagal ("Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!") being held?
  - **A:** Bitter Jester Music Fest: 2025 Grand Finale - Emcee'd by Peter Sagal ("Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!") takes place on Sat, 28 Jun, 2025 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 28 Jun, 2025 at 10:00 pm at 2nd St, Highland Park, IL 60035, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Bitter Jester Music Fest: 2025 Grand Finale - Emcee'd by Peter Sagal ("Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!")?
  - **A:** Bitter Jester Music Fest: 2025 Grand Finale - Emcee'd by Peter Sagal ("Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!") is organized by Bitter Jester Music Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Bitter Jester Music Fest: 2025 Grand Finale - Emcee'd by Peter Sagal ("Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!") is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Highland Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Bitter Jester Music Fest: 2025 Grand Finale - Emcee'd by Peter Sagal ("Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!") sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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