Join the Swedish tradition of welcoming spring and banishing winter with a roaring bonfire, music, poetry, food and dance at the second annual Valborg in the Andersonville neighborhood on April 30, 2025. Sit around the bonfire and toss the worries you've written down into the flames to kick … [Read more...] about Celebrate Spring with a Bonfire at Andersonville’s Valborg
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Chicago Rum Festival
Explore the varied tastes, histories and complexities of rum during the 8th annual Chicago Rum Festival in the Logan Square neighborhood on April 26, 2025. Rum connoisseurs, casual consumers and industry professionals will mingle at this annual event that includes rum tastings, workshops, … [Read more...] about Chicago Rum Festival
Enjoy A Free Latin Jazz Concert
Head to the Humboldt Park neighborhood for a sizzling free concert of Latin jazz music with award-winning musician Richard Pena at the Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center on April 12, 2025. Richard Pena will perform the world premiere of his new album, "The Latin Side of Jazz Guitar," which … [Read more...] about Enjoy A Free Latin Jazz Concert
Free CineYouth Film Fest
Check out free screenings, workshops and panel discussions from the next generation of filmmakers from around the world during the 20th annual CineYouth Film Festival from April 25-27, 2025, at Facets in the Lincoln Park neighborhood Explore the visual world of filmmakers 22 years old and … [Read more...] about Free CineYouth Film Fest
Discounted Tickets at the Chicago Latino Film Festival
The variety and broad appeal of Latin American cinema will be showcased during the 41st annual Chicago Latino Film Festival from April 3-14, 2025. Viewers will be transported to Ecuador, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Argentina and many other countries during this exciting … [Read more...] about Discounted Tickets at the Chicago Latino Film Festival
Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso
One of the joys of summer in Chicago is experiencing the eclectic cultural events at Daley Plaza. Under the shade of the Picasso sculpture, artists and performers from around the world sing, dance and present cultural ceremonies that supply an exciting assortment of cultural discoveries for … [Read more...] about Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso
Free Earth Day Film Fest
Celebrate Earth Day with a free week-long film festival that features virtual watch parties, in-person Chicago venues, a Chicago park clean up and an Earth Day Resource Fair, April 22-28, 2025. The One Earth Film Festival includes thought-provoking films and discussions as well … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Film Fest
Sor Juana Festival Events
The annual Sor Juana Festival honors the historic Mexican writer, feminist and nun, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz with a dynamic line-up of artists, writers, filmmakers and singers at the National Museum of Mexican Art through April 26, 2025. Check out some of the exciting … [Read more...] about Sor Juana Festival Events
Howard Street Carnaval
Celebrate the colorful and joyful carnival traditions of Africa and the Caribbean at the second annual Howard Street Carnaval on April 26, 2025, in the Rogers Park neighborhood. Join the free festivities which include a parade of costumed dancers, music and a festival in Willye B. … [Read more...] about Howard Street Carnaval
Free World Music Wednesday Concerts
The new season for World Music Wednesday has been announced! Every Wednesday, through June 25, 2025, at 8:00 pm, the Old Town School of Folk Music will host a free concert series, World Music Wednesdays, featuring musicians from all around the world. Culture and countries represented … [Read more...] about Free World Music Wednesday Concerts
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 spring show opens on April 25, 2025, and runs through June 5, 2025. The spring projection … [Read more...] about Art on the Mart
Asian Pop Up Cinema
Discover the richness and diversity of Asian culture during the 19th season of Asian Pop-Up Cinema, from March 20 through April 13, 2025, with budget-priced hit movies from across Asia. Photo courtesy of Asian Pop-Up Cinema The 19th edition of this exciting movie series guides … [Read more...] about Asian Pop Up Cinema
