This event is in the past.It took place on July 11, 2026 at American Legion.
Rock ConcertRock ConcertLegionFest 2026 brings a full day of Americana, folk, and rock to Evanston. This annual fundraiser for Post 42 features a packed lineup of local bands, barbecue, and community support.
Tim Duggan Express
Midwest father‑daughter Americana folk duo
Tim Duggan Express is a father‑daughter combo (Tim and Liesel Duggan) performing classic Americana and original folk music, with a 40‑year history of local gigs at Post 42, farmers markets and coffeehouses.
The Smiletones
Evanston bluegrass and classic country quartet
The Smiletones are a four‑piece group from Evanston, Illinois, playing bluegrass and classic country hits from the 1920s‑1960s as well as contemporary tunes, featuring tight three‑part harmony vocals.
Late Breaking News
Evanston acoustic/electric Americana band
Late Breaking News is an Evanston‑based acoustic/electric band that covers a wide range of Americana from the 1950s to the present, including ballads by John Prine and rockers by The Eagles.
Rock ConcertRock ConcertLegionFest 2026 brings a full day of Americana, folk, and rock to Evanston. This annual fundraiser for Post 42 features a packed lineup of local bands, barbecue, and community support.
Tim Duggan Express
Midwest father‑daughter Americana folk duo
Tim Duggan Express is a father‑daughter combo (Tim and Liesel Duggan) performing classic Americana and original folk music, with a 40‑year history of local gigs at Post 42, farmers markets and coffeehouses.
The Smiletones
Evanston bluegrass and classic country quartet
The Smiletones are a four‑piece group from Evanston, Illinois, playing bluegrass and classic country hits from the 1920s‑1960s as well as contemporary tunes, featuring tight three‑part harmony vocals.
Late Breaking News
Evanston acoustic/electric Americana band
Late Breaking News is an Evanston‑based acoustic/electric band that covers a wide range of Americana from the 1950s to the present, including ballads by John Prine and rockers by The Eagles.
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