Sample a delicious selection of River North's popular restaurants, dance to live music and absorb the joys of summer at the annual Taste of River North on July 18-19, 2025. This three-day food fest supplies chances to try neighborhood eateries like Lure Fish Bar, Tree House Chicago and … [Read more...] about Taste of River North
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Fiesta Del Sol
The largest Latino fest in the country returns to the Pilsen neighborhood on July 31-August 3, 2025, with the highly anticipated Fiesta Del Sol. This year's festival commemorates 53 years of celebrating Latino art, music, food and traditions with a four-day, family-friendly … [Read more...] about Fiesta Del Sol
International Festival of Life
Enjoy the global rhythms of reggae, African and Latin music at the 32nd annual African/ Caribbean International Festival of Life, July 11-13, 2025. Dive into the music, food and art of different cultures during this beloved event in the South Loop. The headliners for this … [Read more...] about International Festival of Life
Wicker Park Fest
Music lovers never want to miss the eclectic music line-up of Wicker Park Fest, scheduled for July 25-27, 2025. This popular neighborhood fest draws visitors from across the country who love cutting-edge sounds and funky arts and crafts vendors. Trendy Wicker Park has been the headquarters … [Read more...] about Wicker Park Fest
Chinatown Summer Fair
The dynamic colors and traditions of Chinese culture will be the highlight of the Chinatown Summer Fair, scheduled for July 26-27, 2025. This free, family-friendly event offers food, arts and crafts and entertainment for everyone in the historic Chinatown neighborhood. The fair … [Read more...] about Chinatown Summer Fair
Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Enjoy the spirit-filled gospel music genre that was created in Chicago at the annual Gospel Music Festival on July 12, 2025, in Millennium Park. This beloved fest draws fans from all over the country to hear some of gospel's greatest voices at this free event. A cherished Chicago tradition … [Read more...] about Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Chicago SummerDance
One of the city’s most beloved dance traditions, Chicago Summerdance, returns to the Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park as well as neighborhood parks for open-air dancing, live music and dance lessons all summer long, from June until September 2025. Every Wednesday through Saturday of each … [Read more...] about Chicago SummerDance
Wells Street Art Festival
The historic Old Town neighborhood comes alive with the highly anticipated Wells Street Art Festival on June 14 and 15, 2025, in the heart of the landmark neighborhood Traditionally held on the second weekend in June, the fair features artists from all over North America, including painters, … [Read more...] about Wells Street Art Festival
Free Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA
Chicago's acclaimed Museum of Contemporary Art is not just the place to view cutting-edge art pieces, it's also one of the most popular spots to hear free Summer jazz concerts. The beloved Tuesdays on the Terrace music series returns from June 24 to August 26, 2025. Spreading a … [Read more...] about Free Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA
Lincoln Park Greek Fest
Enjoy the flavors, sounds and sights of Greek culture at the popular Lincoln Park Greek Fest on June 6-8, 2025. The annual cultural festival features authentic Greek food, music, dancing and a craft fair on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church Traditional Greek dishes … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park Greek Fest
Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market
Head to Rogers Park for one of the city's most vibrant and socially aware farmers' markets, Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market. The market runs on Sundays, from June 1 to October 26, 2025, from 9 am to 2 pm, at Glenwood and Morse Avenues. What makes this farmer's market stand out is its … [Read more...] about Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market
Kentucky Derby Celebration at Time Out Market
Chicago loves celebrations. especially when there are cocktails and food involved. Enjoy drinks, eats, live music, a watch party and other entertainment at the free Kentucky Derby celebration on May 3, 2025, at Time Out Market Chicago. Deck yourself out in your best Kentucky Derby … [Read more...] about Kentucky Derby Celebration at Time Out Market




















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