It all began with a teenage Nick Smith, now co-owner of Old Republic Kitchen+Bar, sneaking a party in when his parents left town one summer. He called it “Smithstock,” and the idea stuck.
In what he bills as the largest party of the summer, Smith will relive his youth this weekend at SMITHSTOCK ‘25 at Old Republic.
Three Days. Five Bands. All for $10 – and you get a commemorative wristband!
The musical lineup includes:
Friday 6/27:
8pm: Bostyxx (Boston | Journey | Styx Tribute)
Saturday 6/28:
5pm: Hi Infidelity
9pm: Shady (Eminem Tribute)
Sunday 6/29:
2pm – Kashmir (Led Zeppelin Tribute)
6pm – Hairbangers Ball
Featured drink specials will include:
- $25 Corona Buckets(SUNDAY)
- $5 Corona Bottles, $6 Tall Modelos, $6 Pacifico Pints (FRIDAY)
- $5 Corona Bottles, $6 Tall Modelos, & $10 Mai Tais (SATURDAY)
Wristbands will be sold at the door on the day of the party. All ages are welcome.
Old Republic is located at 155 South Randall Road in Elgin.
