Maple Park Fun Fest

Name: Maple Park Fun Fest
Start: 2026-09-05
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Maple Park

The Maple Park Fun Fest is an annual two-day festival held in Maple Park, Illinois, over Labor Day weekend. The event, running from Saturday, September 5 to Sunday, September 6, 2026, is known for its unique toilet bowl races, live music performances, a 5K race, and a variety of family-friendly activities.

Date: Sep 5-6, 2026
Location: Maple Park

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Event summary

Highlights

toilet bowl races
live music
Romp in the Park 5K & 2-Mile Run/Walk

The Maple Park Fun Fest is a popular annual event that takes place in Maple Park, Illinois, typically over the Labor Day weekend. In 2026, the festival is scheduled from Saturday, September 5, through Sunday, September 6. This two-day celebration is packed with entertainment and community spirit, offering something for all ages.

A central and most famous highlight of the festival is the quirky toilet bowl races. Participants form teams, with one person seated in a toilet bowl while two others push it down Main Street. Teams must rotate positions at a designated halfway point before completing the race. Prizes are awarded for first, second, and third place finishers, as well as for 'Best in Show'. The festival also kicks off on Saturday morning with the Romp in the Park 5K and 2-Mile Run/Walk, alongside a schedule filled with live music and various family fun activities throughout the weekend.

Practical details

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.