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Chinatown Dragon Boat Races June 23

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Chinatown Dragon Boat Races for Literacy. When:  Saturday, June 23, 2018; 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m with the Awards Ceremony. Races begin at 8 am. The Opening Ceremony begins with a Lion Dance at 9 am. Admission is free. Where:  Ping Tom Memorial Park, 300 W 19th St, (312) 747-6515. Take the Water … [Read more...] about Chinatown Dragon Boat Races June 23

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Make Music Chicago June 21

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Make Music Chicago June 21. Join the FREE citywide musical celebration. When:  Wednesday,  June 21, 2017 enjoy free participatory events all over the city. Make Music Chicago links Chicago with a massive global music-making festival that takes place on the Summer Solstice every year and allows … [Read more...] about Make Music Chicago June 21

Free Navy Pier Pride Celebration 2018

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Free Navy Pier Pride Celebration 2018. When: Saturday, June 23, 2018 11:00AM-10:30PM Where: Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand Free and open to the public Celebrate a full day of Pride activities along the lakefront. This family-friendly event is the largest Pride celebration in Chicago outside of … [Read more...] about Free Navy Pier Pride Celebration 2018

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Free Pilsen Taco Fest

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Free Pilsen Taco Fest.  I've never been to this fest so I don't know what goes on.  This is a real taco festival not the fake one covered on the news. When:  Sat-Sun, June 16-17, 2018, 12pm-10pm Where:  Pilsen, 1000 West Cermak - from Morgan to Racine. Free Admission.  A portion of the proceeds … [Read more...] about Free Pilsen Taco Fest

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Gold Coast Art Fair June 16-17

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Gold Coast Art Fair June 16-17. One of the oldest art fairs in Chicago, the Gold Coast Art Fair returns this weekend to Grant Park. When:  June 16-17, 2018, Sat. and Sun. 10 am-6 pm Where:  Butler Field in Grant Park, E. Monroe St. and S. Lake Shore Dr. FREE Admission; $5 suggested donation … [Read more...] about Gold Coast Art Fair June 16-17

Taste of Randolph Street June 15-17

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Taste of Randolph Street returns with some of the better food offered at all the summer festivals as well as music and more. When:  June 15-17, 2018 Friday 5-10 pm, Saturday and Sunday Noon-10 pm Where:  900 W. Randolph Admission: $10 donation, with proceeds benefiting the West Loop Community … [Read more...] about Taste of Randolph Street June 15-17

Chicago Pride Fest June 16-17

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Chicago Pride Fest is the huge annual celebration of community pride with an eclectic mix of arts and crafts, food and other vendors that's held the week before the massive Pride Parade. When:  June 16-17, 2018 Sat. and Sun. 11AM-10PM Where:  Halsted between Grace and Addison. Admission:  A $10 … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Fest June 16-17

World Naked Bike Ride Chicago June 9

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World Naked Bike Ride Chicago June 10. When:  June 9, 2018, 8PM Where: TBA Location unknown currently. They usually announce on the day of the ride around 8PM. Grab your thong and unicycle and join in If you aren't familiar with this event it is what it sounds like. Hundreds of people riding … [Read more...] about World Naked Bike Ride Chicago June 9

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Volunteer: Annual Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon

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Volunteer: Annual Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon When:  Saturday, June 23, 2018, 7:30AM-5:30PM Where:  Daley Plaza, 50 West Washington Street and then City-wide Cost:  A $10 fee covers everything you need for the day. You will receive a T-shirt, light breakfast, lunch, plus a party with food and … [Read more...] about Volunteer: Annual Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon

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Wells Street Art Festival June 9-10

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Wells Street Art Festival June 10-11. The Annual Wells Street Art Festival returns to the Old Town neighborhood with art, music, food and fun for adults and kids alike. When:  June 9-10, 2018, Sat. 10 am-10 pm and Sun. 10 am-9 pm Where:  Old Town, 1200-1600 N. Wells St., Main gates are located … [Read more...] about Wells Street Art Festival June 9-10

Free Printers Row Lit Fest June 9-10

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Free Printers Row Lit Fest is the Midwest's largest outdoor literary festival. When:  June 9-10, 2018, Saturday 11 am-6 pm; Sunday 10 am-5 pm Where:  Dearborn Street south of Congress Admission to most Fest events is free and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Here are the events … [Read more...] about Free Printers Row Lit Fest June 9-10

Old Town Art Fair June 9-10

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Old Town Art Fair June 9-10. One of the longest running and classiest art fairs in the City returns - the Old Town Art Fair When:  June 9-10, 2018 Sat. 10 am-7 pm and Sun. 10 am-6 pm Where:  Old Town Triangle, Centered at the Old Town Triangle Association building 1763 N. North Park Ave. FREE … [Read more...] about Old Town Art Fair June 9-10

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