FAQ
Why is Morrison having a festival? Why not? Morrison has a beautiful newly renovated downtown and it sets the perfect stage for a community gathering. This fest will allow us to reintroduce our town to our neighbors and show that Morrison is worth the drive. We also get to help our non-profits by inviting them to participate. They will be helping with gates, admissions, clean up crew and beer garden staff to earn some money for their causes.
Where is this happening? Morrison, IL on West Main Street from Route 78 all the way to Orange St. Yep- 3 city blocks long.
Where can we stay? If camping is your thing, there is the beautiful Rockwood State Park. Find out more information- Rockwood There are Air BNB’s and hotels in the area. Morrison – Parkview Clinton Fulton Sterling
Do I have to pay, to listen to the music, on top of the entry fee? NO! All Main Stage performances are included in the admission price. You also receive 2 corn tickets good for 1 ear of corn a piece, with Pre-Sale Adult tickets. 1 per child under 10. If you buy your tickets on July 30 at the gate, you get 1 ticket per person. There will be additional costs for things like: Food – Additional corn tickets may be purchased for $1. Food from the food trucks or the restaurants are not included. Drinks – There will be a beer garden where you can buy a keeper cup for $5. Purchasing this cup gives you access to the Shuckfest $5 menu that each location will have specials just for $5 drinks in that cup. They will also have their regular offerings. There will be 4 locations to buy drinks from: Safe Passages Sober Bar, Brick Block Pub, Double G Saloon and the Shuckfest Beer Garden. Merchandise – Any goods purchased from vendors is on top of the entry fee.
Do I have to pay to eat corn? You receive 2 corn tickets good for 1 ear of corn a piece, with Pre-Sale Adult tickets. 1 per child under 10. If you buy your tickets day on July 30 at the gate, you get 1 ticket per person. Additional corn tickets may be purchased for $1.
What about the kids? The number one activity for the kids will be the Super Wash Foam Party. There will be limitations to size and age, and a limited number of children at a time. There may be lines so get there early!
I am a Vendor, when do I need to be there? Vendors Setup 6:00 AM – 7:45 AM Vendors Open 8:00 AM – 4:00PM Vendors need to stay until 4 PM. Vendors not staying may not be allowed to have a vendor tent at future events.
Are there restrooms? Yes there will be several restroom and handwashing stations through the festival.