Chocolate Lovers Unite!
The Long Grove Chocolate Festival will return to the historic streets and parkways of downtown Long Grove, on May 19, 20, and 21, 2023. Organizers of this season’s Chocolate Fest are working to provide an amazing three days of live music, family activities, chocolate vendors, and chocolate experiences!
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“As long as there is chocolate, there will be happiness.“
Wayne Gerard Trotman
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Main Stage Music
As always, Chocolate Fest will host multiple stages of live entertainment and music sprinkled throughout the historic town, from stripped-down acoustic artists to Chicago’s biggest party bands. The main stage lineup is as follows:
Friday, May 19, 2023
9:00PM – 11:00PM
Eliminator
6:30PM – 8:20PM
Heart 2 Heartbreaker
4:30PM – 6:00PM
Vinyl Goldmine – Gerald
2:30PM – 4:00PM –
Daniel Cronson Band
12:00PM – 02:00PM – TBD
Saturday, May 20
09:00PM – 11:00PM
ARRA
7:00PM – 8:20PM
The Gingers
5:00PM – 6:30PM
Charlie Foxtrot
3:00PM – 4:30PM
David’s House
1:30PM – 2:30PM
Six on Friday
12:00PM – 1:00PM
School Of Rock Arlington Heights
Sunday, May 21
4:00PM – 6:00PM
American English
1:30PM – 3:30PM
The Noize
12:00PM – 1:00PM
School of Rock Barrington
Chocolate Activities
For the young and young at heart, Chocolate Fest 2023 will include a dedicated children’s area with complimentary throwback games and thrilling entertainment. Chocolate Fest also marks the official opening of the spring shopping season in town, with village merchants featuring their own decadent chocolate-themed specialties and sales throughout the event weekend. It’s the perfect time for visitors to explore and fall in love with a sweet old friend – historic downtown Long Grove!
Chocolate Fest Summary Detail
Dates: May 19, 20, 21, 2023
Location: Historic Downtown Long Grove, 145 Old McHenry Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047
Hours: Fri, 12 pm – 11 pm, Sat, 10 am – 11 pm, Sun, 10 am – 6 pm
Parking: limited complimentary in all public lots in downtown Long Grove, ride sharing is recommended/encouraged
Press Photos: can be obtained by contacting jody@grimaldipr.com
Fountain Square Stage (2023 Activities coming soon!)
Carnival
Returning this year, a classic carnival with everyone’s favorite rides that will thrill the young and young at heart.
| Hours | Promotions |
|---|---|
| 12PM – 9PM | $30 Unlimited Wristband (12PM – 5PM & 5PM – 9PM) |
| 11AM – 9PM | $30 Unlimited Wristband (11AM – 5PM & 5PM – 9PM) |
| 11AM – 5PM | $30Unlimited Wristband (11AM – 5PM) |
Parking Shuttle Available
PICK-UP/DROP OFF
**Run a loop between:
Golf Dome Parking Lot
801 McHenry Rd
Buffalo Grove, IL
AND
Archer Rd (in between Robert Parker Coffin & Old McHenry Rd) **next to entrance to Carnival Parking Lot
DAYS/HOURS:
Saturday, 5/20: 10:45am – 11:15pm
Sunday, 5/21: 10:45am – 6:15pm
Sponsors
