The fifth annual Southside Summer Festival is set to take place at Marist High School’s football stadium, located at 4030 W. 115th St. The event, scheduled for Saturday, will feature musical performances from Eddie 9V, Back Country Boys, and headliner Big Head Todd and the Monsters.
Supporting Local Students
Since its inception in 2022, the festival has raised approximately $500,000 in support of scholarships and financial aid for Marist students. According to Rev. Tom Hurley, Marist’s vice president of advancement and ministry, the event aims to provide financial assistance to students in need.
Hurley, a 1985 graduate of Marist, expressed his hope that the festival will be a welcoming event for the entire South Side community. “This is not just meant for Marist people. This is Marist hosting this event for anybody and everybody,” he said.
Tickets for the Southside Summer Festival are available for $45 through Friday and $50 at the door. Limited VIP tickets can be purchased for $165, which include beverages and light food.
Original reporting: Block Club Chicago — read the source article.
