The cultural and stylistic diversity of the Windy City will take the stage with the return of Chicago Fashion Week, from October 9-19, 2025. Runway shows, activations, exhibits and events will highlight Chicago's design and fashion history in neighborhoods across the city. The … [Read more...] about Chicago Fashion Week
Shopping
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 10-19, 2025. Witness live demonstrations of intricate Mexican folk art and meet artists from all over Mexico at … [Read more...] about Free Festival del Arte Popular at National Museum of Mexican Art
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest
Enjoy Fall fun with apple-inspired food, drinks and artisan goods at the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest, October 3-5, 2025. Celebrate the new season with a bounty of edible goodness. Midwest farms will be serving up fresh apples and related dishes and local restaurants and food … [Read more...] about Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest
Randolph Street Market
In honor of the fall season, Chicago's signature open-air market, the Randolph Street Market, is hosting its fall market with vintage treasures, live bands, food and fun on September 27-28, 2025, in the West Loop. Celebrating 22 years, the Randolph Street Market Festival features an … [Read more...] about Randolph Street Market
Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar
For ten years, the free Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar has supplied a monthly pop-up of hand-crafted goodies beloved by loyal customers. Don't miss the fun at the 2025 fall and winter dates on September 21, October 19, November 23 and December 21. This eclectic indoor … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar
Andersonville Vintage Market
The Chicago shopping event of the summer returns; the fifth annual Andersonville Vintage Market will supply treasures from every era on select Sundays on July 20, August 17. September 21 and October 19, 2025. Discover one-of-a-kind antiques, jewelry, furniture, art, clothing and more at … [Read more...] about Andersonville Vintage Market
Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market
Head to Rogers Park for one of the city's most vibrant and socially aware farmers' markets, Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market. The market runs on Sundays, from June 1 to October 26, 2025, from 9 am to 2 pm, at Glenwood and Morse Avenues. What makes this farmer's market stand out is its … [Read more...] about Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market
Green City Market
Spring arrives with hearty abundance for the pre-season opening of the iconic Green City Market at the Lincoln Park location. Chicago's first and largest sustainable farmers market supplies an eclectic selection of fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, prepared foods and meats. The … [Read more...] about Green City Market
Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Head to a classic Chicago tradition to supply your shopping for the holidays and beyond at Handmade Market at the Empty Bottle. This month's market opens on December 14, 2024, but the market returns on the second Saturday of the month through April 2025. Handmade Market connects the makers of … [Read more...] about Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Welcome the holiday season with shopping, food, music and vibes at Sauced Night Market Before Christmas, on December 13-14, 2024 at the Chicago Athletic Association downtown. This roving market supplies over three dozen vendors selling hand-crafted artisan goods and food. The holiday … [Read more...] about Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Add the colors and traditions of Mexico to your holiday shopping with a visit to the Mercado Navideno at the National Museum of Mexican Art on November 29-December 1, 2024. Explore hand-crafted gifts from Mexico including ornaments, nativity scenes, art, jewelry, apparel and toys. You won't have … [Read more...] about Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
You don't need to travel to visit a charming European Christmas market because Chicago hosts the most authentic European holiday market outside of Europe. Christkindlmarket brings the sights, scents and sounds of a German holiday market to Chicago, opening on November 22, 2024. Since … [Read more...] about Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
