The historic Old Town neighborhood comes alive with the highly anticipated Wells Street Art Festival on June 14 and 15, 2025, in the heart of the landmark neighborhood Traditionally held on the second weekend in June, the fair features artists from all over North America, including painters, … [Read more...] about Wells Street Art Festival
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57th Street Art Fair
For art lovers, the Chicago summer season officially kicks off with Hyde Park's beloved 57th Street Art Fair. The 78th annual 57th Street Art Fair is the first major art fair of the season. It opens on June 7-8, 2025. Stroll through Hyde Park's tree-lined thoroughfares and browse a … [Read more...] about 57th Street Art Fair
Chicago Pride Parade
The Chicago Pride Parade is one of the oldest and largest pride parades in the country. Filled with floats, music, local celebrities and performers, Chicago's Pride Parade is one of the most anticipated events in Pride month. The 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade kicks off on June 29, … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Parade
Free Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA
Chicago's acclaimed Museum of Contemporary Art is not just the place to view cutting-edge art pieces, it's also one of the most popular spots to hear free Summer jazz concerts. The beloved Tuesdays on the Terrace music series returns from June 24 to August 26, 2025. Spreading a … [Read more...] about Free Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA
Puerto Rican Festival
The Humboldt Park neighborhood will celebrate 44 years of Puerto Rican history, culture and art with the annual Puerto Rican Festival on June 12-15, 2025. The four-day fest will fill Division Street with the sights and sounds of Puerto Rico. The music, dance, art and food of Puerto Rico … [Read more...] about Puerto Rican Festival
Taste of Randolph Street
Over 16 restaurants and two stages of live acts will commemorate the 27th anniversary of the Taste of Randolph on June 13-15, 2025. The highly anticipated festival features some of the best bites in the West Loop neighborhood. Expect to eat and dance your way through three days of events, … [Read more...] about Taste of Randolph Street
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
Enjoy 10 weeks of affordable family flicks with Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse
Two tickets, please. No exclusive membership or secret password required! Everyone is welcome to visit this family-friendly clubhouse for the summer. Once again, Cinemark is opening the doors on its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Clubhouse for 10 weeks of family … [Read more...] about Enjoy 10 weeks of affordable family flicks with Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse
Lincoln Park Greek Fest
Enjoy the flavors, sounds and sights of Greek culture at the popular Lincoln Park Greek Fest on June 6-8, 2025. The annual cultural festival features authentic Greek food, music, dancing and a craft fair on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church Traditional Greek dishes … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park Greek Fest
Old Town Art Fair
Kick off your summer at one of the first art fairs in the country. Old Town Art Fair supplies art, music, food, a children's corner and a garden walk in the historic Old Town Triangle Historic District on June 14 and 15, 2025. Roam through the charming streets of Old Town and view the work of … [Read more...] about Old Town Art Fair
Grant Park Music Festival
Enjoy the soothing strains of classical compositions as well as contemporary and Broadway tunes at the annual Grant Park Music Festival. This free summer concert series kicks off on June 11, 2025, and runs through August 16, 2025. Sit back in the beauty of the Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium … [Read more...] about Grant Park Music Festival
Chicago Blues Festival
Chicago is home to the largest free blues festival in the world and this much-anticipated event draws fans from all over the world to experience the influential art form that was nurtured in the city. The Chicago Blues Festival returns to Millennium Park from June 5-8, 2025. This … [Read more...] about Chicago Blues Festival
