About ByronFest
ByronFest, one of the finest
family festivals in Northern Illinois, is held annually during the second
full weekend in July. 2010's festival is scheduled for July 9, 10 and
11, with a GospelFest kick-off on July 8 at Neighbors Rehab and Healthcare
Center. The festival is located in Byron’s downtown area. Additional
events are held in other venues throughout the city, including athletic
events at the Byron Park District and Jarrett Prairie Center, a classic
car show at the United Church of Byron and quilt show at the Byron Museum
of History.
ByronFest is a venture of the Byron Chamber
of Commerce designed to encourage and promote tourism in the Byron
area and to showcase the Byron community to the many visitors who travel to Byron
for the three-day event. In addition, the festival provides an opportunity for
many not-for-profit organizations to raise funds for various projects. During
the past fourteen years, ByronFest has returned more than $609,000 to local charitable
groups. These organizations have in turn used the funds for community improvements
and programs throughout the area.
Some local organizations that have taken advantage of this opportunity include
Byron Lions Club, Byron Kiwanis Club, Byron Key Club, Byron Firemen’s Association,
Boy Scouts, Tiger Town Park Committee, Byron High School Cross Country, Byron
High School Volleyball, and Byron High School Football.
Want to Help? Planning and operating an event of this size requires not only
the work of the Chamber staff and ByronFest Steering Committee, but also the
efforts of over 400 dedicated local volunteers. If you are interested in donating
a few hours of your time to assist with this worthwhile community festival, please
contact the Chamber of Commerce office at 815.234.5500
