The full moon is celebrated in many ways in different cultures but in Chicago, fire dancers and percussion are the highlights of the annual summer Full Moon Jam. Glowing along the shores of Lake Michigan, this year's full moon jams will take place on June 5, August 1, August 30 and September … [Read more...] about Chicago Full Moon Fire Jam
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Free Destinos al Aire Festival
Celebrate Latine culture in all its forms at the annual outdoor festival, Destinos al Aire, on May 21, 2023, at the National Museum of Mexican Art's new Ray Castro Plaza in the Pilsen neighborhood. The Chicago Latino Theater Alliance presents the pop-up event that features a wide range of Latine … [Read more...] about Free Destinos al Aire Festival
New Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project Show
Ten dance companies will take the stage to celebrate the past and present of Black dance in Chicago with the Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project's new show, "Sans Pareil," on March 25-26, 2023. "Sans Pareil" means unparalleled in French, which is a nod to the Haitian heritage of Chicago's founder, … [Read more...] about New Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project Show
St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way
It's the green season again! Chicago's Irish pride runs deep and there's no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than at the free St. Patrick's Day events at Gallagher Way on March 12.2023. The festivities include activities for ages during this family-friendly celebration. Kick off the fun … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way
Celebrate Carnivale at Navy Pier
Carnival season brings parties, parades and all-out revelry in many countries around the world and this year, Chicago hosts Global Connections: International Carnivale at Navy Pier, on February 25, 2023, from 1-5 PM. Dance on down to Navy Pier's Grand Ballroom and participate in art-making, … [Read more...] about Celebrate Carnivale at Navy Pier
Chicago Black History Month Events
Black History Month is an anticipated annual event that was started in 1915 in Chicago by Carter G, Woodson and it continues to be an important avenue for celebrating African American achievements across the country. Chicago’s extensive African American cultural history supplies a rich … [Read more...] about Chicago Black History Month Events
Navy Pier Global Connections Lunar New Year Celebration
Navy Pier will host a free, interactive, family-friendly celebration of the Lunar New Year with the event, Global Connections: Lunar New Year, on January 28, 2023. Honor the Year of the Rabbit with traditional art, dance, music and food from different Asian cultures. Discover different … [Read more...] about Navy Pier Global Connections Lunar New Year Celebration
Elevate Chicago Dance
The Year of Chicago Dance continues with this month's Elevate Chicago Dance city-wide festival, which runs from October 13-16, 2022. The exciting schedule includes in-person, virtual and hybrid performances mostly free of charge or at affordable prices. Free performances include a day-long … [Read more...] about Elevate Chicago Dance
Free Toolbox Dance Performance at Hyde Park Art Center
Toolbox @ Twenty,a new performative exhbit that showcases collaborative work between dancers and visual artists, kicks off with two new dances by experimental dance company The Seldoms on September 24, 2022 at the Hyde Park Art Center. The exhibit will feature performances by … [Read more...] about Free Toolbox Dance Performance at Hyde Park Art Center
Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
Witness the excitement of Chicago's extensive performing arts scene during the Chicago Live! festival on September 24-25, 2022. Navy Pier will host free, non-stop performances every half hour during the two-day event. The breadth of Chicago's music, dance, theater and cultural performing … [Read more...] about Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
Puerto Rican Festival
The Humboldt Park neighborhood will celebrate 40 years of Puerto Rican history, culture and art with the annual Puerto Rican Festival on September 24-25, 2022. The two-day fest will fill Division Street with the sights and sounds of Puerto Rico. The music, dance, art and food of Puerto … [Read more...] about Puerto Rican Festival
Chicago House Music Festival and Conference
As the birthplace of house music, Chicago always celebrates and honors this influential art form. The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference will bring the music, history and culture of house music into focus on September 15-18, 2022. The free events will feature a performance of house music … [Read more...] about Chicago House Music Festival and Conference
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