LOGOS TO DOWNLOAD (incl. black & white versions):

130 musicians, 40 cities, 38 bands, 33 judges, 8 states!

Instagram = @bitterjester_musicfestival     Facebook = @BitterJesterBattle

Website = www.BitterJesterMusic.org

Application = bit.ly/bjmfapp

Hashtags = #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

CLICK HERE for a complete list of all performers & judges with bios.

EVENT POSTER A:

INDIVIDUAL DATE POSTERS:

CONCERT IMAGES w/ BAND PICS:

60-SEC. MASHUP VIDEOS:

5/20:

@onemangingerband @jordyn.andrea @kanin.elizabeth.music @keeptheeleven @mtnairband @new__age__americans @privateschoolband @thesparkyband @what_we_once_had_band

5/27:

@chainsaw.boyz @claire_.mckenna @davidshousetheband @fireworks_poppunk @flannel.folk @imperialorange @scorchedwaves @vegansteak.house @ygtm_official

6/3:

@thedenniesband @div.stagram @fightinbobband @fluctuationband @ian_jake_robleza @jaggermusicofficial @madelineodellmusic @openingday_official @sarapilkati

6/10:

@jabarizakee @kateslarson @lindatheresemusic @nyx_band_ @mynameis.rae @summerdrivemusic @summerleagueband @thisviolethourband @venganza__band

BASIC 2022 FESTIVAL DETAILS:

Friday Concerts Begin at 6:30pm

May 20 = Madame Zuzu’s, 1876 1st St, Highland Park, IL 60035

May 27, June 3, June 10 = Port Clinton Square 600 Central Ave, Highland Park, IL

Nine musical acts will perform each night!

Drinks, Food, and Gelato will be served!

GRAND FINALE CONCERT + FIREWORKS:

Music, Food, Fireworks: MONDAY, JULY 4 @ 3:45pm
Wolters Field, 1080 Park Ave. West, Highland Park, IL

On July 4, Eight Finalists compete for the title of "Grand Champion" in a big concert leading up to the City of Highland Park's Independence Day Fireworks Display! Judges select two winners who then compete in a final playoff battle for a $1,000 prize and the title of “Grand Champion.”

BJMF is produced by the Bitter Jester Foundation for the Arts
a 501(c)(3) based in Highland Park, IL.

2021 Media Sponsor: 101.9 The Mix (New Music Club)

2022 Grand Finale Title Sponsor: First Bank of Highland Park

Generously donating all prize monies for the winners!

Click here to download a 60-second video of XYZ (coming soon)!

They are "@XYZ” on Instagram.

Be sure to mention that XYZ + 9 other amazing musical acts will be at the GRAND FINALE CONCERT + FIREWORKS on Mon, July 4 @ 3:45pm, Wolters Field in Highland Park (Independence Day).

Photo Gallery:
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Example Social Media Text Blurbs:

Music-Focused:
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The 16th Annual Bitter Jester Music Festival is the largest professional music competition for up-and-coming bands in the Midwest. Every week, eight musical acts from multiple states perform in Downtown Highland Park in a showcase of incredible talent. #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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Attention music lovers! Did you know that Highland Park has another summer music festival besides Ravinia? The Bitter Jester Music Fest has been taking place for 16 years and is one of the best summer events around... and it's free! Music starts at 6:30 pm, 600 Central Ave. in HP #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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Bitter Jester Music Fest this Friday! Come listen to some great new bands, try some Sweet Home Gelato and Judy’s Pizza and sample a selection of awesome craft beer and wine, too! More info at BitterJesterMusic.org #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

Food-Focused:
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Do you like gelato? Do you like pizza and beer?? Do you like music??? Check out the Bitter Jester Music Festival in Downtown Highland Park: FRIDAYS May 20 & 27 and June 3 & 10 at Port Clinton Square - 6:30 pm. Grand Finale Concert + FIREWORKS on Mon, July 4 at 3:45 pm at Wolters Field in HP #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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Attention food and music lovers! 16th Annual Bitter Jester Music Fest has craft beer, wine, pizza, gelato and GREAT MUSIC on Fridays this summer! Stop by Port Clinton Square in Downtown Highland Park and listen to 38 musical acts from eight states! Eat, drink, listen to music, and be merry! #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

Pride-Focused:
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Get stoked! [YOUR COMPANY] is proud to be supporting the Bitter Jester Music Fest! Join the fun this Friday night, 6:30 pm @ Port Clinton Square, 600 Central Ave. in downtown Highland Park. We’ll be there, will you? #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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We're proud to be supporting the BITTER JESTER MUSIC FESTIVAL this summer, helping to bring you a fun-filled night of live music in beautiful downtown HP. FAMILY FRIENDLY and FREE! Check it out Fridays (5/20, 5/27, 6/3, and 6/10) at 6:30 pm - Port Clinton between First & Second Streets. #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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If LIVE MUSIC wasn't enough to get you out on a Friday night, how about some great beer & wine, delicious pizza, and a gelato? Proceeds benefit Highland Park's Bitter Jester Foundation for the Arts, a non-profit charity that produces the Bitter Jester Music Fest. #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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[YOUR COMPANY] is supporting a summer of LIVE MUSIC in Highland Park. Two dozen bands compete for cash and other prizes every Friday night - some of the best music you’ll hear this year, we guarantee. Hope to see you on Friday at 6:30 pm at Port Clinton Square in downtown HP! #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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Please join [YOUR COMPANY] and come out on Friday night with some friends. Enjoy a return to normalcy and listen to incredible live music from over half a dozen bands. Support these wonderful local musicians as they perform at the annual Bitter Jester Music Festival extravaganza! #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

Affordable-Focused:
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If you’ve never been to the Bitter Jester Music Fest in downtown Highland Park, you’ve been missing out on a night packed with outstanding live music and family friendly fun. AND IT'S FREE! #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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If you've never stopped by the Bitter Jester Music Festival, year 16 is the year to start. All the CONCERTS ARE FREE and so is the parking. Plus, there'll be free Gelato samples passed out and great beer and pizza available for sale. See you at Port Clinton at 6:30 pm this Fri. night!  [YOUR COMPANY] is going to be there - will you? #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

General:
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It's Friday in Highland Park! That means a great night of live music, great craft beer and wine, plus lots of fun at the 16th annual Bitter Jester Music Fest! We'll see you at Port Clinton Square tonight at 6:30 #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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130 musicians from 38 bands representing eight states will be performing in the 16th Annual Bitter Jester Music Festival this summer - don't want miss it! Port Clinton Square in HP, Fridays at 6:30pm. Grand Finale Concert + FIREWORKS on Mon, July 4 at Wolters Field #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals

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Join us at Port Clinton at 6:30 pm Friday night to hear some awesome future headliners from all across the Midwest. [YOUR COMPANY] is a proud supporter of the Bitter Jester Music Festival. #bitterjestermusicfestival #downtownhighlandpark #letsgolakecounty #visitlakecounty #chicagonorthshoremoms #supportlocalmusic #localmusic #localmusicians #chicagomusicfest #chicagomusicfestival #chicagomusicfestivals