Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a free Cambodian music concert on May 4, 2024, at Harold Washington Library. Discover the sounds of traditional Cambodian instruments and learn about the history of this ancient music during the performance. Listen … [Read more...] about Free Cambodian Music Concert at Harold Washington Library
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Free Chicago: Home of House Music Exhibit
Commemorate the 40th anniversary of Chicago's homegrown house music with a visit to the dynamic multi-media display, Chicago: Home of House Exhibit at Navy Pier from May 1-October 31, 2024. Enter into the high-energy world of house music culture and explore the dances, DJs, style and … [Read more...] about Free Chicago: Home of House Music Exhibit
Kentucky Derby Party at Ina Mae Tavern
Celebrate the elegance and excitement of the Kentucky Derby at Ina's Kentucky Derby Party at Ina Mae Tavern on May 4, 2024, in the Wicker Park neighborhood. Put on your fanciest hat and head to Ina's for festivities that include live music, bourbon sampling and $10 mint juleps, whiskey sours and … [Read more...] about Kentucky Derby Party at Ina Mae Tavern
Mexico Fest at Navy Pier
The colors, music, dance and traditions of Mexico will light up Navy Pier during the exciting three-day events of Mexico Fest, scheduled for May 3-5, 2024. Dance along to noted dance troupes like Ballet Folklorico de Chicago and move to the rhythms of bands like Mariachi Estrellas de Chicago at … [Read more...] about Mexico Fest at Navy Pier
Howard Street Carnaval
Celebrate the colorful and joyful carnival traditions of Africa and the Caribbean at the inaugural Howard Street Carnaval on April 27, 2024, in the Rogers Park neighborhood. Join the free festivities which include a parade of costumed dancers, music and a festival in Willye B. White Park. … [Read more...] about Howard Street Carnaval
Discount Tickets for Pink Party at the Zoo
Think pink and wear your best rosy attire while visiting animals and sipping cocktails at this adults-only evening event, Pink Party at Lincoln Park Zoo on May 17, 2024. Stroll through the grounds of Lincoln Park Zoo at night and enjoy special after-hours viewing of the gardens and … [Read more...] about Discount Tickets for Pink Party at the Zoo
Sauced Night Market
Welcome spring with shopping, food, music and vibes at the first night market of the season, Sauced Night Market, on April 19-20, 2024 at Half Acre Brewery. This roving market supplies over three dozen vendors selling hand-crafted artisan goods and food. With the theme of … [Read more...] about Sauced Night Market
Things To Do In Chicago in May
With spring weather warming up more consistently and the lakefront thawing into lovely aquamarine waves, May is a favorite time to explore Chicago before the large summer tourist crowds arrive. Consider these free or low-cost activities for your Chicago May adventures. Besides the essential … [Read more...] about Things To Do In Chicago in May
Chicago Mayfest in Lincoln Park
Beer, food and cover bands are the hallmarks of the city's first festival of the summer, Chicago Mayfest. This year's 27th annual edition continues the tradition from May 17-19, 2024 in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. This year's fest will kick off at Armitage and Sheffield and feature … [Read more...] about Chicago Mayfest in Lincoln Park
Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
For many neighborhood festival fans, the Summer fest season officially kicks off with the cover band glory of the Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival, set for May 24-26, 2024. The 39th annual celebration of community and local musicians draws enthusiastic crowds to the streets near the Belmont Red … [Read more...] about Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
Greek Heritage Parade
Celebrate Greek culture and independence at the annual Greek Heritage Parade on April 7, 2024, in the Greektown neighborhood on the near west side. Every year the Greek community celebrates its liberation from 400 years of Ottoman and Turkish occupation which occurred on March 25, … [Read more...] about Greek Heritage Parade
Discount Tickets for The Other Art Fair
Enjoy the thrill of affordable, original art, immersive installations, performances and DJs at The Other Art Fair in the Ravenswood neighborhood, April 11-14, 2024. By literally reframing the art experience, The Other Art Fair avoids elitism and makes art accessible and welcoming for … [Read more...] about Discount Tickets for The Other Art Fair