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

Ravenswood ArtWalk

The Ravenswood Corridor community celebrates 20 years of the annual Ravenswood ArtWalk on September 10-11, 2022. 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

Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest

The Rogers Park neighborhood will host the highly anticipated Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest on August 19-21, 2022. Chicago's most diverse community will showcase live music, art, creative performances, food and crafts by an eclectic array of artists and artisans. Over 100 artists, 25 … [Read more...] about Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest

Chicago Full Moon Fire Jam

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 July 13, August 11 and September 8, … [Read more...] about Chicago Full Moon Fire Jam

Chicago SummerDance

One of the city’s most beloved dance traditions, Chicago Summerdance, returns to the Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park for open-air dancing, live music and dance lessons all summer long, from July 6 until September 17, 2022. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday of each week, an eclectic array of … [Read more...] about Chicago SummerDance

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

Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival

Chicago's newest festival focuses on the versatility and excitement of the multi-disciplinary arts. Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival runs April 21-24, 2022 at the Den Theatre in Wicker Park. Performances from ten Chicago-based groups include trapeze and aerial shows, … [Read more...] about Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival

Ravinia Festival

The internationally acclaimed Ravinia Festival of music and dance is a beloved Chicago summer tradition. The oldest music festival in North America, the 36-acre Ravinia park hosts a wide range of artists. This year's festival features over 100 acts and runs from May 20, 2022, through September … [Read more...] about Ravinia Festival

Free Holiday Performances Harold Washington Library

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Free Holiday Performances Harold Washington Library Where: Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 312-747-4300. Always call ahead. Schedule subject to change or cancellation. Most events are held in the Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, Lower Level. Check the signage or with the info … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Performances Harold Washington Library