Start It Loud: DJ MESSES B4 Summer Fest

Richardson Adventure Farm, 909 English Prairie Rd, Spring Grove, IL

Get ready to Start It Loud at B4 Summer Fest 2026—an all-day, all-ages experience where music, adventure, and community collide.

Hosted by the Chain O’ Lakes Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Volo Museum, this one-of-a-kind Midwest festival takes place on the legendary grounds of Richardson Adventure Farm—bringing a festival atmosphere you won’t find in any open field.

Gates open at 3PM and the party rolls through 10:45PM, packed with live music, live DJ, fireworks, and nonstop energy. From DJ sets to tribute bands and headlining performances, the soundtrack of your summer starts here.

This is more than a music fest—it’s a full-on adventure. Most attractions are FREE for all ages, including giant jumping pillows, pedal cars, playgrounds, a 50-foot observation tower, yard games, and more. Bring the whole crew—kids 5 and under are free, dogs are welcome, and parking is on the house.

Fuel up with a stacked lineup of local food trucks and cool off with drinks from regional breweries, seltzers, and more. Want to level it up? Dive into bourbon tastings hosted by The Barrel Bounty or enjoy wine flights available on-site.

Looking for extra thrills? Premium attractions like zip-lining, extreme air jumping, and gem mining are available for purchase throughout the day.

Tickets: $10 (Jan–Apr) | $12 (May) | $15 (June) Kids 5 & under: FREE

Bring your chairs or blankets, come ready to explore, and leave it all on the field—because this is how summer starts.

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