2026-03-03 Village of Villa Park Villa Fest Subcommittee Special Meeting

The Village of Villa Park held the inaugural meeting of the Villa Fest Subcommittee to organize and plan the upcoming Villa Fest event. The subcommittee was sworn in and introduced, with members sharing their backgrounds and enthusiasm for enhancing the festival. Discussions focused on rebranding the event, selecting dates (favoring August 21-22), and planning activities including a car show, motorcycle blessing, carnival, and live music. The subcommittee emphasized community involvement, volunteer recruitment, and creating a family-friendly atmosphere with diverse entertainment. Budget and operational support were acknowledged, with staff offering assistance and ideas such as a "big rigs and kids" event. The meeting concluded with plans to continue refining the event details and coordinating with the village board.