Hello Weekend to headline Dement Town Music Fest on Sept. 7

DIXON – Dement Town Music Fest will return Saturday, Sept. 7, to the 600 block of Depot Avenue in Dixon.

The first year of Dement Town Music Fest was in 2023, and it’s been an event that people still haven’t stopped talking about, according to a news release from Discover Dixon.

Hello Weekend, a high-energy cover band from Chicago, put on an unbelievable live show last year, playing hits that spanned decades and genres. From Lady Gaga to Guns N’ Roses, the audience truly didn’t know what was coming next.

Discover Dixon knew after the band’s set last year that they had to bring them back. They’ll return to headline the event, and joining them this year will be local favorite Burn ’N Bush, hailing out of Ashton, who will get the party started with their two-man acoustic jams that have garnered a huge and loyal following.

Also on the bill this year will be The Empty Pockets, a powerhouse Chicago band boasting “a joyful friction of blues, Americana, folk and rock ’n’ roll spiked with roots soul.”

Local favorite Lil’ Smoked will have meals available to purchase, as well as alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. Mary’s Diner also will offer great items to keep attendees fueled up, and PJ’s will serve drinks that night, too.

There will be a mobile ax-throwing station set up, and the bag boards will be out for people to enjoy while taking in the music.

Tickets cost $15 in advance or $20 at the gate. Gates open at 2 p.m., and the music will be bumping from 3 to 10 p.m.

The event is for all ages. Those 21 and older should be prepared to show ID in order to purchase alcohol. Picnic table seating will be available, but people can bring in their own chairs. Outside coolers will not be allowed.

Go to www.discoverdixon.com/events/dement-town-music-fest for all the details and to buy tickets in advance.