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
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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
Andersonville Midsommarfest
The Andersonville neighborhood celebrates its Swedish heritage and culture with the 58th annual Andersonville Midsommarfest from June 7 through June 9, 2024. One of Chicago's oldest and most anticipated street festivals, Andersonville Midsommarfest supplies over 50 live musical acts on three … [Read more...] about Andersonville Midsommarfest
Free American Writers Festival
Celebrate the exciting art of writing at the second annual American Writers Festival on May 19, 2024, at the Halrod Washington Library Center. Sponsored by the American Writers Museum and Chicago Public Library, the free festival offers book signings, writing workshops, literary arts … [Read more...] about Free American Writers Festival
Free Movies at Gallagher Way
Enjoy the fun of viewing movies al fresco during the Gallagher Way Outdoor Movie Series. The screenings will run on select Wednesdays from May 15, 2024, to September 11, 2024. The line-up of family-friendly films includes classics like The Super Mario Bros Movie, High School … [Read more...] about Free Movies at Gallagher Way
Cinema Chicago Free Summer Screenings
Travel around the world to 18 countries by viewing 18 films in 18 weeks during the free annual Cinema Chicago Summer Screenings series from May 22 to September 25, 2024, at the Chicago History Museum and Chicago Cultural Center. This year's series showcases thought-provoking films from all … [Read more...] about Cinema Chicago Free Summer Screenings
Chicago House Music 40th Anniversary Celebration
The global impact of Chicago's homegrown house music will take the spotlight during a summer-long celebration of the genre's 40th anniversary at Navy Pier from May through August 2024. The festivities kick off with the opening of the Chicago: Home of House Exhibit, which highlights the culture's … [Read more...] about Chicago House Music 40th Anniversary Celebration
