05/26/2026
Hereβs a quick and shareable Top 10 Rhubarb Fest Insider Tips to help you plan your trip to Rhubarb Fest 2026 in Aledo, IL β June 5 & 6, 2025:
#1 β PIE FIRST, REGRET NEVER
Rhubarb pies sell fast β Come before noon each day for the best selection!
Head to the Bake Sale in Central Park right at 9am on Friday & Saturday. We did NOT run out of pie last year and hope for the same this year, but if youβre coming for a Rhubarb pie, donβt delay your purchase!
#2 β DAYTIME FUN ONLY
Rhubarb Fest hours: 9amβ4pm both days.
Don't come late expecting action β things wind down by 4pm!
#3 β PARK SMART
Street parking only, wear comfy shoes.
Golf cart shuttles available.
Saturday only: Free shuttle from First Baptist Church (800 NE 6th Ave).
#4 β BRING A CHAIR FOR MUSIC
Great live music at the Central Park Band Shell both days.
Lawn seating only, so bring chairs or blankets.
#5 β FREE ENTRY, BUT NO FIDO
Free admission!
Support the Fest at the HOT PINK Rhubarb Souvenir Booth behind the Band Shell.
Dogs are not allowed (except service animals) due to crowded sidewalks.
#6 β LOCAL FLAVOR - CLASSIC EATS - PLACES TO STAY
Food trucks + nonprofits serve tasty meals in Central Park Parking Lot.
Donβt miss:
Chicken Salad Lunch (Fri & Sat, 11amβ1:30pm) @ Aledo United Methodist Church
Fireman's Pancake Breakfast (Sat, 6β10am) @ Fire Station
Fish & Chicken Fry (Sat, 11amβ2pm) @ Fire Station
Want more? Just Google restaurants, lodging or camping in Aledo, IL.
#7 β CRAFTS, ANTIQUES, AND MORE
Central Park Market (Fri & Sat, 9amβ4pm): Crafts, flea market, vintage.
Saturday only: Huge Crafts in the Courtyard Show with over 90+ vendors!
#8 β RHUBARB TASTING TENT IN CENTRAL PARK
Sample rhubarb dishes 10amβ1pm both days.
Free to taste, donations welcome!
#9 β COME RAIN OR SHINE
Rhubarb Fest runs rain or shine β bring your umbrella just in case.
Rain = happy rhubarb!
#10 β PICK YOUR DAY (OR COME BOTH!)
Visit aledorhubarbfest.com for the full schedule.
Each day offers unique experiences β plan ahead and donβt miss your favorites!
See you in Aledo, IL for Rhubarb Fest 2026!
June 5 & 6 | 9amβ4pm Daily