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TEXAS HIPPIE COALITION W/ SPEEDFREAK, GRAVEL & EXTRACTION POINT – All Ages SUN. SEP. 17 7:00PM

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Backyard barbeques, barroom brawls, tent revivals, and big rock festivals alike are suitable environments for the Red Dirt Metal of TEXAS HIPPIE COALITION, a band with a sound so devilishly electrifying that they had to come up with a new genre to describe it. BIG DAD RITCH captains this pirate ship of bikers, outlaws, troubadours, and hellraisers, welcoming all comers to the THC party with gregarious charisma and Southern charm. Across a half dozen albums, countless club gigs, and show stealing performances at Rockstar Mayhem, THC has spread the good word of big riffs, big hooks, and wild times.

JUMP & BAD MOTOR SCOOTER (DAVE VS. SAMMY) SAT. SEPT. 30TH 2023 7:30PM – ALL AGES SHOW

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Get ready to rock with JUMP - America's Van Halen Experience!
Do you miss the electrifying performances and timeless hits of Van Halen? Look no further! JUMP is here to bring you an unforgettable tribute experience like no other.

With their unparalleled talent and dedication, JUMP captures the essence of Van Halen like no other tribute band. From the iconic guitar solos to the high-energy stage presence, they deliver an authentic live performance that will transport you back to the glory days of rock 'n' roll.

Whether you're a die-hard Van Halen fan or simply love great music, JUMP will leave you awestruck. Join us for a night of non-stop rock anthems, nostalgia, and pure adrenaline. Get your tickets now and prepare to be blown away by JUMP - America's Van Halen Experience!

FOZZY W/ SEVENTH DAY SLUMBER, THE NOCTURNAL AFFAIR, MAGDALENE ROSE SUN. OCT. 22 2023 7PM – ALL AGES SHOW

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

FOZZY W/ SEVENTH DAY SLUMBER, THE NOCTURNAL AFFAIR, MAGDALENE ROSE SUN. OCT. 22 2023 7PM – ALL AGES SHOW
After touring the world and building a loyal fanbase for the better part of twenty years, Fozzy is the epitome of what a great rock n roll band should be: catchy, groovy, hooky, sweaty and most importantly, an AWESOME F**KIN TIME!

POP PUNK TRIBUTE TAKEOVER: WHAT’S OUR AGE AGAIN, SUGAR WE’RE A FALLOUT BOY TRIBUTE, BASKETCASE FRI. OCT. 27TH, 2023 ALL AGES SHOW

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

POP PUNK TRIBUTE TAKEOVER: WHAT’S OUR AGE AGAIN, SUGAR WE’RE A FALLOUT BOY TRIBUTE, BASKETCASE
WHAT'S OUR AGE AGAIN ( BLINK 182 TRIBUTE)
We are Chicago lands #1 mediocre Blink-182 tribute. We mesh music with pure energy which results in melted faces and confused looks.

Sugar We're A Fallout Boy Tribute
The ultimate Fall Out Boy experience is here. SUGAR, WE'RE A FALL OUT BOY TRIBUTE delivers FOB's big!

Basket Case (Green Day Tribute)
Bringing the fun and energy of a real Green Day show, with all the huge radio hits the iconic band

A TRIBUTE TO OZZFEST SAT. NOV. 11TH, 2023 ALL AGES SHOW 4:15PM

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Experience the ultimate tribute to the gods of metal at A TRIBUTE TO OZZFEST, Prepare for an electrifying, all-ages show starting at 4:15 PM.
No More Tears will transport you back to the glory days of Ozzy Osbourne, while Freak On A Leash will unleash the raw energy of Korn. No More Faith will take you on a journey through the iconic hits of Faith No More, and System of Dying Angels will have you headbanging to the sound of System of a Down.
But that’s not all! White Pony will revive the powerful presence of Deftones, and Voodoo will channel the intense energy of Godsmack. This is an experience that no true rock fan can afford to miss!

***CANCELED*** PUDDLE OF MUDD W/ POOR PAULY FRI. NOV 17 2023- 21+ SHOW

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Puddle of Mudd is an American rock band formed in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1991. To date, the band has sold over seven million albums and has had a string of No. 1 mainstream rock singles in the United States. Their major-label debut Come Clean has sold over five million copies. They have released an extended play, an independent album and five studio albums, with their latest being Welcome to Galvania in September 2019. Puddle of Mudd has been described as post-grunge, nu metal, alternative metal, and hard rock.

POOR PAULY & PETE’S DIARY FRI. NOV. 17 2023 8PM – ALL AGES SHOW “FREE SHOW”

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Coming back together after more than 10 years apart, the guys in Poor Pauly bring an experienced history and a rejuvenated spirit back to the stage for another chance to make it count. To see Poor Pauly live is to enter a whirlwind of frenetic energy, excitement, comradery, and loud, in your face hard rock. This time around new blood Mike LaMattina (formerly from Cereboca) sits behind the kit to finish off the otherwise original roster of rockers.

Wanna know more about the guys? Come to the show!

JARED JAMES NICHOLS W/ CAGE WILLIS. SUN. NOVEMBER. 19TH 2023 7:30PM – ALL AGES SHOW

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

With nothing more than a Gibson Les Paul slung over his shoulder, a warm amp turned all the way up, and a hot microphone on and ready, Jared James Nichols churns out the kind of rock that rips, roars, and rolls without filter or apology. The Wisconsin-born and Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist delivers a one-two punch of gritty vocals straight from the gut and incendiary fret fireworks. After earning widespread acclaim from the likes of American Songwriter, Guitar World, Relix, and more, tallying millions of streams, and packing houses at countless shows, he showcases every side of himself on his 2023 self-titled third full-length offering, Jared James Nichols .
From the iconic hits like “With or Without You” and “Beautiful Day” to the deep cuts that only true U2 fans know and love, u2 hype delivers an authentic performance that captures the essence and energy of a U2 concert. You’ll feel like you’re right there in the front row, singing along with Bono himself!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING WE ARE CLOSED

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

With nothing more than a Gibson Les Paul slung over his shoulder, a warm amp turned all the way up, and a hot microphone on and ready, Jared James Nichols churns out the kind of rock that rips, roars, and rolls without filter or apology. The Wisconsin-born and Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist delivers a one-two punch of gritty vocals straight from the gut and incendiary fret fireworks. After earning widespread acclaim from the likes of American Songwriter, Guitar World, Relix, and more, tallying millions of streams, and packing houses at countless shows, he showcases every side of himself on his 2023 self-titled third full-length offering, Jared James Nichols .
From the iconic hits like “With or Without You” and “Beautiful Day” to the deep cuts that only true U2 fans know and love, u2 hype delivers an authentic performance that captures the essence and energy of a U2 concert. You’ll feel like you’re right there in the front row, singing along with Bono himself!

THE FOUR HORSEMEN (METALLICA TRIBUTE) FRI. DEC. 8TH, 2023 ALL AGES SHOW

Castle Autoplex Main Stage 1208 Green Street, McHenry, IL, United States

Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of ‘tribute’ bands. The only album-quality Metallica tribute band on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the look – THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the real deal!