One of the most beloved summer events is when the Andersonville neighborhood celebrates its Swedish heritage and culture with the 60th annual Andersonville Midsommarfest, from June 12 through June 14, 2026.
photo courtesy of Andersonville Midsommerfest
One of Chicago’s oldest and most anticipated street festivals, Andersonville Midsommarfest supplies over 50 live musical acts on four stages. The fest also includes vendors, food, kids’ activities and Swedish traditions like dancing around the Maypole.
This year’s featured performers include American English, Too Much Molly, Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute, Cecy Santana and Sixteen Candles. A special LGBTQ+ stage will present performances like Drag Queen Storytime, Dragalicious and Atmosphere’s Madonna Rama on June 13 and 14.
Photo courtesy of Midsommerfest
Admission is free with a $10 suggested donation. The fest runs from 5- 10 pm on Friday, June 12 and noon-10 pm on Saturday and Sunday, June 13 and 14. The activities will kick off along Andersonville’s Clark Street corridor, from Foster to Gregory St.
Andersonville Midsommarfest
June 12-14, 2026, Friday, 5-10 pm; Saturday & Sunday, noon -10 pm
5200-5500 N. Clark St., at Foster Avenue
Free with a $10 suggested donation
