Join us at The Art Center of Highland Park for their first Songwriter’s Circle Showcase with host Noah Plotkin featuring: Al Rose, Jon Goldfine, Robert Williams & Noah Plotkin! Tickets are $20 at the door !

Join us once again for another Songwriter’s Showcase live at Madame Zuzus!

Our October showcase ( hosted by Steve Karras) features the following Songwriters from 4:00pm - 6:00pm and this is a free show!

1. Paul McComas 

2. Steve Karras

3. Ryan Herrick 

4. Al Rose

Oktoberfest, as in the past, is designed to celebrate local culture, support small businesses, and create a space where residents of all ages can come together for a fall community enrichment experience. This year in Highland Park, Oktoberfest will be held in the Ravinia District on Saturday September 20th 2025. Live music will be held in Jens Jensen Park ( 486 Roger Williams Ave) from 10:00am - 10:00pm. Oktoberfest themed activities will include a Stein Holding Contest, Hamerslagen, kids activities & games, local food & beverage vendors, sausage races & more! This event is being co-sponsored by The City Of Highland Park along with area businesses. This event is being managed by Life Rhythms & co-produced by Steep Ravine Brewing Company. 

Experience the 3rd annual Taste of Ravinia Farmers market begining in Jens Jensen Park from 7:00am - 1:00pm followed by a special evening event on the beautiful Ravinia Festival grounds. Enjoy curated farm-fresh produce, artisanal foods, and beverages, followed by an incredible night of bluegrass under the stars.

Music Schedule for the day

JENS JENSEN PARK

9:00AM - 10:00AM Jazzman Jeff  ( Classic Folk) 

10:30AM - 11:30AM: Pierce Crask ( Delta Blues) 

12:00pm - 1:00pm: Gandy Gumbo 

RAVINIA FESTIVAL’S CAROUSEL STAGE

4:00PM: Lucky Pickers
5:10PM: Noah’s Jam Jam Bourrée
6:20:PM: Almond & Olive
7:30PM: Henhouse Prowlers

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!

JOIN US FOR A SET AT FITZGERALD’S AMERICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL AT 3:00PM ON SATURDAY JULY 5TH 2025!!