Munch your way through the tasty taco trail of restaurants that line Clark Street in the Rogers Park neighborhood, during the annual Taco Crawl, on July 18, 2024. Explore the savory delights of Mexico's different taco specialties, including al pastor, shrimp and asada. The event features … [Read more...] about Rogers Park Taco Crawl
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Square Roots Festival
Music lovers rejoice, the return of Old Town School of Folk Music's Square Roots Festival is set for July 12-14, 2024. This family-friendly music fest celebrates music from around the globe as well as the popular Lincoln Square community. This year's artist line-up of four … [Read more...] about Square Roots Festival
Free Blues Performance Series, Chicago Bound
Discover the music and stories of the legendary musicians who helped create the Chicago blues genre during the free live blues series, "Chicago Bound: The Great Migration of the Blues," on July 6, August 3 and September 6, 2024, in parks across the city. Listen to the songs of pivotal Chicago … [Read more...] about Free Blues Performance Series, Chicago Bound
Summer Block Party at Navy Pier
Enjoy the spirit of summer with cool breezes, live music and fun at the annual Summer Block Party at Navy Pier on June 26 and July 31, 2024. Head to the South Dock at Navy Pier and dive into interactive activities like music trivia, circus arts workshops, dance lessons and arts and … [Read more...] about Summer Block Party at Navy Pier
Millennium Art Festival
The Chicago Loop will be filled with dazzling artwork, food trucks and interactive activities during the three-day, 10th annual Millennium Art Festival on June 28-30, 2024. The Millennium Art Festival brings an array of artwork, including paintings, ceramics, photography, and furniture. The … [Read more...] about Millennium Art Festival
Free Sundays on State
State Street, that great street, will be closed to traffic and open for an interactive, fun-filled block party in the heart of the Loop. Sundays on State is scheduled this summer for June 16 and July 14, 2024. From 11 to 6 pm on the designated Sundays, State Street between Lake and Madison … [Read more...] about Free Sundays on State
Chi Soul Fest at Navy Pier
The rich history of Chicago soul music comes alive during the annual Chi Soul Fest at Navy Pier on June 15-16, 2024. This free, two-day music fest presents local musicians in the Beer Garden and at the Polk Bros Park Performance Lawns. Chicago's influential standing as a producer of major soul … [Read more...] about Chi Soul Fest at Navy Pier
Fiesta Back of the Yards
Celebrate the rich traditions of Mexican culture in the heart of the Southwest side of Chicago at the annual Fiesta Back of the Yards on June 14-16 2024. Roam down 47th and Ashland to experience the excitement of live Latin music, dance and art at the vibrant Fiesta Back of the Yards event. … [Read more...] about Fiesta Back of the Yards
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 June 7, 2024, through … [Read more...] about Ravinia Festival
Logan Square Arts Festival
Head to the Logan Square neighborhood for a festive three days of music, art, food and drinks during the annual Logan Square Arts Festival on June 28-30, 2024. Stroll to the intersection of Logan, Kedzie and Milwaukee Avenues to dance to a diverse array of live music. Browse through art created … [Read more...] about Logan Square Arts Festival
Jazz in the Court
The Hyde Park neighborhood celebrates South Side jazz traditions with free outdoor concerts in Harper Court on the first Fridays of the summer months. This year's dates are June 7, 2024. July 5, 2024, August 2, 2024 and September 6, 2024. Jazz in the Court supplies the excitement of the … [Read more...] about Jazz in the Court
Chicago Public Library Block Party
Welcome summer with the fun, community and discovery at the first-ever Chicago Public Library Block Party at Harold Washington Library Center on June 8, 2024. Join Mayor Brandon Johnson for a summer extravaganza of live music, food, giveaways and activities for the whole family. The block party … [Read more...] about Chicago Public Library Block Party