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
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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 17-23, 2024. The One Earth Film Festival includes thought-provoking films and discussions as well as … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Film Fest
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
Maxwell Street Market
There's no Chicago market more iconic than Maxwell Street Market. This year, the market runs every Sunday, May through October 2024, 9 am -3 pm. Open since 1912, this bustling marketplace is much more than just a place to shop, it's a Chicago cultural mecca. Maxwell Street was where Chicago … [Read more...] about Maxwell Street Market
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
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 June 1, 2024. Check out some of the … [Read more...] about Sor Juana Festival Events
Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival
Chicago's most innovative festival focuses on the versatility and excitement of the multi-disciplinary arts. Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival returns on March 21-24, 2024 at the Burning Bush Brewery in the North Center neighborhood. Performances from ten, diverse … [Read more...] about Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival
Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier
Holi, the Hindu celebration that welcomes spring with vividly colored powders, will be hosted in a free event at Navy Pier as part of the Global Connections series. On Saturday, March 23, 2024, participants can throw a rainbow of colored powders outside on the South … [Read more...] about Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier
Free World Music Wednesday Concerts
The new season for World Music Wednesday has been announced! Every Wednesday, through June 26, 2024, 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, including the Chickasaw and Choctaw Nations, … [Read more...] about Free World Music Wednesday Concerts
Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The 21st annual Northwestside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade gears up at noon on Sunday, March 17, 2024. The parade kicks off at Onahan School, at 6634 W. Raven St. and Neola Avenue south to Northwest Highway and north to Harlem in the Norwood Park neighborhood. This family-friendly parade … [Read more...] about Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade