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WestFest 2026 Homecoming Concert to Feature Waka Flocka Flame and BabyChiefDoit

August 25, 2026

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MACOMB, IL - The University Union Board at Western Illinois University will host the WestFest 2026 Homecoming Concert Saturday, Oct. 24, in the University Union Grand Ballroom.

Doors will open at 7 p.m., with the concert beginning at 8 p.m.

WestFest 2026 will be headlined by rapper Waka Flocka Flame and will feature Chicago rapper BabyChiefDoit.

Waka Flocka Flame is an Atlanta-based rapper and CEO of the record label Brick Squad Monopoly. An early influence in trap music, he has released more than 30 mixtape projects and achieved chart success with singles including "O Let's Do It," "Hard in da Paint" and "No Hands," featuring Roscoe Dash and Wale. "No Hands" peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100.

In addition to his music career, Waka Flocka Flame has pursued ventures in real estate, restaurants, event venues and technology. He also continues to develop Brick Squad Monopoly, supporting artists, writers and producers.

BabyChiefDoit is a Chicago rapper whose music blends trap beats with street narratives. His early singles, including "6ix Times 2Day," "Snooze You Lose," and "Pancakes & Drugs," helped build his following. His music draws influence from Chicago drill and Southern trap.

Tickets are $10 for students and $20 for non-students.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit wiuwestfest.com. Questions can be directed to uub@wiu.edu. Follow WIU WestFest on social media at @wiu_uub.

Posted By: University Communications (U-Communications@wiu.edu)
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