Day 2 — Sunday: Kids Talent Showcase + Youth Music Celebration

The vibes are coming back — and they’ll be bolder, brighter, and more unforgettable than ever!

Sign up for performance HERE

Sign up for performance HERE

Kids Talent Showcase & Youth Music Celebration 

Join us on Sunday, April 26, 2026, 2 PM at ROCO Chicago (5406 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago) for a joyful daytime celebration of young talent. The Kids Talent Showcase is open to children ages 5–13 who would like to perform a short vocal, instrumental or dance segment in a warm, supportive community setting.

This event is part of Timeless Vibes Festival 2026, ROCO Chicago’s signature weekend celebrating music, culture, and connection—highlighting the next generation of creativity and confidence.

Who Can Participate

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• Kids ages 5–13
• Vocal, instrumental or dance performances welcome

How to Register

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Performance slots are limited, please register timely to ensure participation. 

Optional: Families may upload a short practice video during registration to help us plan the program and timing.

***Note for Parents/Guardians

A parent/guardian must remain on-site during the child’s participation. ROCO will follow up with confirmed performance details and schedule information.

Questions? Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]

About the Festival

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Timeless Vibes is ROCO Chicago’s annual multicultural arts festival—bringing together live performance, cultural storytelling, and community gathering in a format that is both inspiring and accessible. Each edition is built around a theme that celebrates distinct artistic traditions, while inviting our audience to experience the history, beauty, and meaning behind the music.
The festival is a celebration of the arts, where culture becomes a shared experience and a bridge across generations and communities.

Our Mission

Timeless Vibes Festival aims to elevate Romanian art and musical heritage within Chicago’s multicultural landscape—while educating, inspiring, and connecting audiences through live performance and cultural storytelling.

As a ROCO Chicago signature program, Timeless Vibes also strengthens community well-being and visibility by:

• Creating a welcoming space of belonging and shared cultural pride
• Elevating community voice and leadership (artists, youth, volunteers, and partners)
• Supporting local small businesses and creatives through vendor partnerships
  
• Building cross-cultural collaboration  with diverse communities in the CHICAGO area

Program Highlights (2026)

Day 1 — Saturday Evening

A Live Celebration of Romanian Music—Reimagined
An unforgettable evening presenting Romanian music through diverse genres and contemporary interpretations—featuring live artists and orchestra, local performers, and cultural moments that educate and inspire.

Concert: 7:30 PM | Doors: 6:30 PM

At a glance:

• Romanian music across genres—revamped and presented through live performance
  
  
• Multiple local artists on stage
  
  
• Cross-sector and cross-cultural guests invited to attend and connect
  
  
• Small vendors and local businesses featured
  
  
• Traditional costume presentation by “Fir de ie”
  
  
• An art exhibit by Flavius Lucacel and Morgan McCarthy
  
  
• A brief history and cultural context shared by performers to enrich the audience experience.

Day 1 Tickets Here

Why This Festival Matters

Timeless Vibes is part of ROCO Chicago’s commitment to building a Chicago where communities stay connected, visible, and engaged. Through arts and culture, we strengthen the social fabric by creating spaces where people can gather, learn, and celebrate together.

For many families—especially those navigating cultural transition, isolation, or new beginnings—events like this become a first step into community connection and civic belonging.

Community Partners, Local Vendors, and Small Businesses

Timeless Vibes proudly uplifts local creatives and small businesses by inviting vendors and community artisans to participate. This festival is an opportunity to:

• Spotlight community talent
  
  
• Build relationships across communities
  
  
• Strengthen local networks and economic activity through mission-aligned cultural convening
  
  

Interested in being a vendor or partner? Please email [email protected]

Accessibility & Welcome

ROCO Chicago is committed to hosting programs that are welcoming and inclusive. We aim to create a space where families, youth, elders, and guests from all backgrounds feel comfortable, respected, and part of the experience.

Let the countdown begin!

Reserve your seats, invite your friends, and come celebrate with us!

Timeless Vibes is a weekend where culture is experienced and remembered.