Plainfield Hosts 7th Annual Lenny Cathcart House Music Festival

The city's popular music event returns to Cedar Brook Park this September.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

The City of Plainfield is gearing up to host its 7th Annual House Music Festival, which will be the second year the event is officially named after Lenny Cathcart, the man who inspired it. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 19 at Cedar Brook Park and is expected to run from noon until midnight, culminating in a fireworks display.

Why it matters

The Lenny Cathcart House Music Festival has become a beloved annual tradition in Plainfield, drawing music lovers from across the region to celebrate house music and community. The event helps showcase Plainfield's vibrant arts and culture scene while providing economic benefits to local businesses.

The details

Per a resolution passed by the Plainfield City Council in 2025, non-food vendors will pay a $150 fee to participate, while food vendors will owe a $350 fee. These fees are expected to increase in the coming years. The city is currently finalizing the festival's lineup and other details, which will be shared in a future article.

  • The 7th Annual Lenny Cathcart House Music Festival will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
  • The festival is scheduled to run from noon until midnight.

The players

Lenny Cathcart

The man who inspired the creation of the annual house music festival in Plainfield.

Plainfield City Council

The governing body that passed a resolution in 2025 to set vendor fees for the Lenny Cathcart House Music Festival.

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What’s next

As soon as the festival's lineup and other details are confirmed, TAPinto Plainfield will share them in a future article.

The takeaway

The Lenny Cathcart House Music Festival has become a highly anticipated annual event that celebrates Plainfield's vibrant music scene and community spirit. The festival's continued growth and evolution demonstrate the city's commitment to supporting the arts and providing engaging cultural experiences for residents and visitors alike.