The 20th annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts showcases an exciting range of visual arts and live music on two stages in the Lakeview neighborhood on September 13-14, 2025. Explore a line-up of 150 juried artists from around the country displaying everything from paintings, … [Read more...] about Lakeview East Art Festival
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West Loop Art Fest
Stroll into the trendy West Loop neighborhood for five blocks of eye-catching art for the fifth annual West Loop Music & Art Fest on September 20-21, 2025. The free event supplies a full weekend of fun in the Fulton Market district. Browse through art displays from over … [Read more...] about West Loop Art Fest
Art on the Mart
Stroll through the Riverwalk for views of one of the world's largest digital art platforms. ART on THE MART displays contemporary art projections across the 2.5-acre facade of THE MART. The fall show features artists from Arts of Life on Thursdays and Fridays from September 11- October 5, 2025 … [Read more...] about Art on the Mart
Ravenswood ArtWalk
The Ravenswood Corridor community celebrates 21 years of the annual Ravenswood ArtWalk on September 13-14, 2025. The area's artists, manufacturers and brewers will welcome visitors during the ArtWalk for the first time in two years, with a host of fun and interactive … [Read more...] about Ravenswood ArtWalk
Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour
From June through September, the historic Bronzeville neighborhood pulses with excitement during the annual Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour on the third Friday of every month. Art lovers hop double-decker buses to visit the community's four main galleries: Faie Afrikan Art, Gallery … [Read more...] about Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour
New Greektown Public Art Exhibit
Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "Flowering Grecian Urns," on June 5, 2025, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Inspired by Chloris, the Greek goddess of flowers, the large Grecian urn sculptures are … [Read more...] about New Greektown Public Art Exhibit
Free Chicago Cultural Center Tours
Explore the neoclassical beauty of the historic Chicago Cultural Center during free tours every Thursday and Friday. Discover the fascinating history and landmark status of one of Chicago's most beloved architectural treasures. Nicknamed the "People's Palace," the building … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Cultural Center Tours
Free Winter Weekdays at Art Institute of Chicago
Just in time to add to holiday excursions, the Art Institute of Chicago has returned the museum fun of Free Winter Weekdays at the Art Institute of Chicago on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays through December 13, 2024. Warm up from the freezing weather and roam through one of the best art … [Read more...] about Free Winter Weekdays at Art Institute of Chicago
Free Festival del Arte Popular at National Museum of Mexican Art
Start your holiday shopping early by checking out the masterful work of Mexican artisans at the annual Festival del Arte Popular at the National Museum of Mexican Art on October 11-20, 2024. Witness live demonstrations of intricate Mexican folk art and meet artists from all over … [Read more...] about Free Festival del Arte Popular at National Museum of Mexican Art
Open House Chicago
Explore the architectural and cultural treasures that Chicago is famous for during the annual Open House Chicago events. Visit over 170 sites in more than 20 neighborhoods across the city during the in-person activities on October 19-20, 2024. Go behind the scenes in members-only clubs, private … [Read more...] about Open House Chicago
Beverly Art Walk
Explore the vibrant arts community of the historic Beverly/Morgan Park neighborhood at the 11th annual Beverly Art Walk on September 28, 2024. Hosted by the Beverly Arts Alliance, the Beverly Art Walk is a free, family-friendly event that spotlights local art and music. … [Read more...] about Beverly Art Walk
Spring Open Studio at Greenleaf Art Center
Explore the innovation and creativity of local painters, muralists, jewelry makers and ceramicists at the free Spring Open Studio & Gallery Exhibition at Greenleaf Art Center in the Rogers Park neighborhood, on April 27, 2024. View the exciting artworks of over 50 artists and meet and talk … [Read more...] about Spring Open Studio at Greenleaf Art Center
