Workers at the Parkside Pub in Huntley, Illinois were slaving over deep-fryers Wednesday serving the hungry hordes looking to dine on some delicious turkey testicles. Loved by many! The festival serves up a variety of testicles, including wildlife. For $60, guests can purchase a VIP ticket that comes with added perks. - Follow Upload Fan Image Report Image Plan Your Festival Official Ticket Site Get Tickets Airbnbs & Hotels Book Room RVs & Campers Book an RV About This Festival You'll receive your first newsletter soon! My. The oldest of such festivals takes place in Byron, Illinois, US, and features turkey testicles. After Thanksgiving is when the gift-giving season begins. It is held outside under a HUGE tent, 4 live bands play through out the day and evening. The tacos didn't disappoint, but beef could have stood a little more flavor. We're even bringing our own chili! 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August, Port Byron. Wife had the tuna melt and it was well accompanied by pretty good onion rings. Feel free to contact me if you have a question about your event. Email. Make sure you check out the giant windmill! 29th TESTICLE FESTIVAL June 17, 2023. We are profiling 8 festivals that you will truly only find in Illinois. These guests will receive a SWAG bag as well as exclusive access to some restrooms and bartenders. This is our favorite place for an outdoor lunch on a Saturday! I was absolutely amazed at how organized this festival was but I guess after 35 years of having it, all boo boos should be ironed out. 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Celebrate one of Americas best holidays in a new and exciting way this year when you check out this festival. Thank you! Taste of Chicago is a scrumptious sensation for your taste buds. Explore festivals: one funnel cake at a time. Testicle Festival. And you know we have Bull swag to give away! We're sorry, hotels cannot be booked for more than 30 days. $10 Admission - Military Men/Women get in FREE with I.D. Testicle festival - atozwiki.com Chicken rice soup was that day's soup and it was wonderful. Byron Turkey Testicle Festival & Chilifest - facebook.com A testicle festival is an event held at several small towns where the featured activity is the consumption of animal testicles, usually battered and fried. Live Music. 3 - 7 PM Pure Drive. Tickets: Ticket prices are $10 at the door. Known for it's annual Turkey Testicle Festival held each year the day before Thanksgiving, it offers much more than that. 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Frequented by manygreat reuben sandwiches, friendly service and a full size bar, plus booths. HUNTLEY, Ill. (WLS) -- It's a time-honored tradition in the northwest suburbs. Turkey Testicle Festival 2022 Nov 2022 Dates Unconfirmed | Huntley, IL | Food Festival information may not be up to date due to COVID-19, but you can view our list of cancellations here. 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM Helen Russell Band. Good bar fare. It's just $5 to try an order of these deep fried balls, so you've got nothing to lose! Other music festivals throughout Illinois offer jazz, blues, pop and plenty to keep you tapping your toes and shaking your stuff. This is one of the biggest outdoor food festivals in the world, and a wide range of food-based vendors offer samples of their very best produce and . More Info. These Are the 8 Most Unique Festivals in Illinois - OnlyInYourState In the center of the friendly little town of Huntley, Illinois, lies a hidden gem. 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Learn how to do Dutch dance, make some wooden shoes, and eat some delicious Dutch food. Don't forget Turkey Testicle Festival the night before thanksgiving. 13 Best Midwest Festivals Worth Traveling To - ViaTravelers If you want festival listings for specific areas of Illinois, I currently have a listing for the greater Chicago area. Facebook/Parkside Pub His enthusiastic shows are one of the biggest p. Read More 23 Feb About The Ball Room Get a Quote. About Contact Us Directions Photos Legal. Eating one is a must :) The people are all very friendly and having a good time. Better yet, see us in person! Turkey Testicle Festival: Hundreds dig in to deep-fried testicles at MORE INFO: The Testicle Festival is a huge day long cook-off of deep fried . A testicle festival is an event held at several small towns where the featured activity is the consumption of animal testicles usually battered and. 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