Streator Fest is bringing some big names to town for the annual festival, Aug. 6-9 at North Point Plaza.

Country Night will kick things off on Thursday, Aug. 6. with country star Jo Dee Messina. Messina has nine No. 1 hits, sixteen top 40 songs, and more than five million albums sold worldwide.

The rock band Skillet will take the stage on Friday, Aug. 7.

With more than 17 million albums sold worldwide, two Grammy nominations and a Billboard Music Award, Skillet has established itself as a staple in rock music.

The band’s hits, including the five-times platinum “Monster” and “Feel Invincible,” have topped charts and racked up massive streaming numbers. Known for its high-energy performances, the band has performed in various shows across 26 countries.

Bret Michaels will headline the show on Saturday, Aug. 8. With a career spanning 40 years, Michaels has had more than 100 million digital records and streams worldwide with his ‘80s hard rock band Poison. Hits include “Nothin’ But a Good Time,” “Talk Dirty to Me,” “Fallen Angel” and the Number 1 single “Every Rose Has It’s Thorn.”

Performers to end the fest for Sunday, Aug. 9 include Icons of Country and Made in America, a tribute to Toby Keith. Admission is free on Sunday, which also includes a fireworks show.

General admission tickets will be $15 when you buy early. VIP Party Pit tickets for front-row access, exclusive lanyards, private restrooms and dedicated bars will also be available.

Carnival mega passes will be available online at a special price until July. General Admission, Party Pit and Mega Pass tickets are also available.

If interested in more information on each show or where to buy tickets, visit Streator Fest’s website.