Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at Chicagoland Halal Fest 2025—a vibrant cultural celebration that brings together community, cuisine, and creativity. This family-friendly festival showcases the rich flavors, artistry, and traditions of the Muslim world in the heart of one of the Midwest’s most dynamic regions.
From savoring delicious halal street food and exploring unique artisan vendors to enjoying inspiring performances and meaningful community connections, this is where culture truly comes alive.
Diverse food trucks and global halal street food vendors
Live performances, including Sufi music, traditional dance, and more
Family fun zones, games, and evening entertainment
Marketplace with unique finds from around the world
International Fresh Market
Ghazala Ansari Homes
Muhsen
Tunc Law Firm PC
Be a part of history as we celebrate Muslim creativity, talent, and expression on one of the largest cultural stages in the Nation.
From vocal performances and poets to actors and unique performers, this is your opportunity to shine and inspire!
Finalists will be selected to perform live during the festival!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this groundbreaking moment in Muslim artistic expression!
A Thousand Tales
Al Bawadi Grill
Bumper 2 Burger
Chai Ho Jai-The Tea Room
Eat Mustards
Holy Buckets
La Crepe Cafeccino
Melt N Dip
Olivo Taco
Pita Pita Mediterranean Grill
Rollup!
AL-NACHEF Sharks Fish & Chicken
Boba Heaven
Brusters Real Ice Cream of Oakbrook Terrace
Chubby Bunny Cookies
Coolfi Waala
Crave Cookies
Dip N Dots (Wafa Tech Solutions Inc)
Eiffel waffle
La Charanga Mexican cuisine
Liquid Theory
Mock'N Roll Mocktails
Mr. Broast
Peak Thai Aurora
Sara's - Grill & Eastern Cuisine
Simply South.- Indian.Vegeterian.Restaurant
Slaw Burger
Smack Donuts x ColdFusions
Southern Spice
The Dirty Straw
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Qari Hassan Ali
Shafeek Abubaker
Sheikh HassanAli Kazi
Video by Ronnie Malley & Shaikh Ismail Qadi
Lantern Islamic Theatre (Video Presentation)
Session 1
Session 2
Shaikh Rizwan
Shafeek Abubaker
Omar Ali, Vice President
(Live Sufi/Fusion Performance)
(timing subject to change)
Throughout - Nasheed Playlist (curated by Farhan), Signage for Stage Performers, Water station near stage/VIP seating
(Hosted by Lantern Islamic Theatre)
Zeeshan
Sister Nejla
Featuring Preacher Moss
Live Performance
Farhan Ahmed, Vice President
Early bird pricing available for a limited time. Secure your tickets now and save!
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The festival runs from 12 PM to 9 PM on both Saturday, August 2nd and Sunday, August 3rd, 2025.
Yes, free parking is available at Frontier Park. Additional parking information will be provided closer to the event date.
For the safety and comfort of all attendees, pets are not permitted at the festival, except for registered service animals.
Yes! We welcome vendors and sponsors. Please contact us at vendors@ilmchamber.org for vendor opportunities or sponsors@ilmchamber.org for sponsorship packages.
