Events
Everything happening at Off The Beaten Path — one big day of live music, local food, and hands-on creative experiences.
Off The Beaten Path Festival
September 12, 2026
Rotary Park, Villa Park, IL
Live Music
10 artists performing throughout the day — indie rock, R&B, hip-hop, blues, Latin, and more.
Food & Drink
Local food vendors serving up everything from Korean fried chicken to authentic Mexican cuisine and smoky BBQ.
Dak Dak Wings
Korean-inspired crispy chicken wings with house-made sauces and fresh cut fries. A Villa Park local favorite.
Stout's Sausage & BBQ
Smoky barbecue and sausages with catering-quality flavors, straight from the grill.
Molcajete Mexican Grill
Authentic Mexican cuisine made from scratch daily with fresh, traditional recipes and imported ingredients.
Mortadeli
A Villa Park Italian deli serving up handcrafted sandwiches, Italian combos, and homemade baked goods.
Activities
Get hands-on with tabletop gaming, retro games, and interactive experiences from local organizations.
Rough Magic
Tabletop GamingProfessional game masters running Dungeons & Dragons, Call of Cthulhu, Shadowrun, and more. All experience levels welcome — just grab a seat, roll some dice, and get lost in the adventure.
Tyton Games
Retro & Tabletop GamingChicagoland's premier local game store in Villa Park — vintage and modern video games, Warhammer miniatures, trading cards, and board games.
Windy City Curling
CommunityVilla Park's own curling club — a 501(c)(3) dedicated to teaching and promoting the sport. Stop by their booth to learn about the club and their three-sheet facility right here in Villa Park.
Art
Performing arts, handmade jewelry, and unique handcrafted creations from local artists.
Encore Center For Performing Arts
Theater & DanceA not-for-profit performing arts organization in Elmhurst dedicated to theater, music, dance, and comedy — bringing the stage to the trail.
FrankenWerks
Handmade Jewelry & ArtQuirky handmade and vintage jewelry, steampunk art, horror-themed pieces, and spooky goods crafted from upcycled materials.
MasterLink Chainmaille
Chainmaille ArtHandcrafted chainmaille jewelry and art made by a retired Teamster who turned a passion for the craft into a second career.
Camelia's Sanctuary
Candles & SmudgesHandmade candles and smudge products for spiritual wellness and good vibes.
More
Community organizations and partners making the festival possible.
Point of Health Chiropractic & Acupuncture
WellnessHolistic chiropractic, acupuncture, and massage services from the western Chicago suburbs. Stop by their booth to learn about personalized wellness care.
Villa Park Women's Club
CommunityA community organization of women dedicated to supporting and serving the Village of Villa Park — from holiday giving to scholarships for graduating seniors.
Illinois Prairie Path
Trail & NatureThe not-for-profit behind 61 miles of trails across DuPage County — North America's first successful rails-to-trails conversion, and the backbone of the festival route.
Past Events
Off the Beaten Path Discovery
An evening of live music featuring Khaliyah X, Zack Fedor, and Jovan Landry. Presented by Off the Beaten Path & Aura Events Production. Tickets $50 advance / $60 door. Art and community all in one night.
May 2, 2026 · Chicago Car Collective — Bridgeport, Chicago, IL 60609