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Palatine Rockin' the Blocks Coming Up July 26-27

The free event is open to the public and includes a wide array of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

The Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce will host their 2nd ‘Rockin’ the Blocks’ community block party in downtown Palatine at the BMO Harris Bank parking lot on Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27. 

‘Rockin’ the Blocks’ will include live entertainment, food booths, a beer garden and a host of other activities.  

On Friday, attendees will enjoy stage performances by Allison Wonder Band from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, followed by popular cover band headliner Alex and the All Stars.  

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Live music continues on Saturday and is highlighted by a high energy performance by Trash Martini from 8:30 PM – 10:45 PM.  Other performers on Saturday include Arthur Itis and Slipped Disc, as well as Mustache Pete.

On Saturday from noon until 3:30 PM the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce will host special family activities.  

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Activities will include the J.P. Wood Martial Arts America obstacle course, watermelon eating contests, dance performances and demonstrations from the Palatine Police K-9 unit.  Throughout the afternoon, LegoLand will host lego building contests for the chance to win prizes for the best creations.  

The Palatine Jaycees will host a dunk tank and Positive Stokes Art Gallery will offer free face painting, recycled art booth and a community painting project.  

A highlighted activity on Saturday is the ‘Palatine Signs’ contest.  The contest is open to all 6 to 19 year olds and registration is available through the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce.  

The Palatine Rocks Singing Contest also will be held on Saturday, and those interested in joining the competition must register by July 23. Click here for more information

Food options will include a pig roast from Brothers Ribs, treats from Hot Dog Richie’s and sweet treats from Signature Sweets and Rock N Roll Ala Mode.  

The Rotary Club of Palatine will host the pop and water tent and d’Vine Wine and Gifts will be on hand with a variety of wine choices.  The beer garden will feature Miller Lite, Leinenkugel Summer Shandy and Fat Tire and will be open for the duration of the event.  

A portion of the funds raised throughout the event will benefit the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce scholarship programs. Lead sponsors for ‘Rockin’ the Block’ are BMO Harris Bank and Weber-Stephen Products, LLC, other sponsors include Northrop Grumman, Lamplighter Inn, and Palatine Bank & Trust.

The event will be held at the corner of Brockway and Slade streets on Friday, July 26th from 5:00 PM until 11:00 PM and Saturday, July 27th from noon until 11:00 PM.  The event is free and open to the public.  

For more information please contact the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce at 847-359-7200, visit www.palatinechamber.com or e-mail info@palatinechamber.com.

Information provided by Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce. 


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