Wander through one of the city's most colorful markets at Andersonville Farmers Market, running from May 14 to October 22, 2025. Featuring more than 50 vendors, everything sold at the Andersonville Farmers Market is grown or produced within a 200-mile radius, offering the community access to fresh, … [Read more...] about Andersonville Farmers Market
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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 23-25, 2025. The 40th annual celebration of community and local musicians draws enthusiastic crowds to the streets near the … [Read more...] about Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
Free and Cheap Easter Events
Easter in Chicago always brings excitement and hope, not just for the holiday but for the warmer weather of the spring season. Easter falls on Sunday, April 20, 2025, this year and events include a variety of Easter egg hunts, photo opps, parties and food specials. Most … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Easter Events
Timeout Market Chicago Easter Event
Hop over to Timeout Market Chicago for a family-friendly Easter at the Market event on April 20, 2025, in the West Loop neighborhood. Dress in your festive spring attire and join in the fun-filled activities. Hunt for eggs on the second floor of the market, sample tasty treats at … [Read more...] about Timeout Market Chicago Easter Event
Chicago Rum Festival
Explore the varied tastes, histories and complexities of rum during the 8th annual Chicago Rum Festival in the Logan Square neighborhood on April 26, 2025. Rum connoisseurs, casual consumers and industry professionals will mingle at this annual event that includes rum tastings, workshops, … [Read more...] about Chicago Rum Festival
Norwood Park Egg Hunt
Put on your super-sleuth gear for this popular annual event that scatters 10k eggs for participants to discover. The Norwood Park Egg Hunt kicks off on Saturday, April 12, 2025, Pick up a map at the Depot and hop around from business to business around the corridor to search for eggs and … [Read more...] about Norwood Park Egg Hunt
Enjoy A Free Latin Jazz Concert
Head to the Humboldt Park neighborhood for a sizzling free concert of Latin jazz music with award-winning musician Richard Pena at the Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center on April 12, 2025. Richard Pena will perform the world premiere of his new album, "The Latin Side of Jazz Guitar," which … [Read more...] about Enjoy A Free Latin Jazz Concert
Meet the Easter Bunny at Skydeck Chicago
There's nothing more iconic than viewing Chicago's legendary skyline from the 103rd floor of Willis (Sears) Tower. For a special springtime event, visitors can greet and take photos with the Easter Bunny at Skydeck Chicago from April 18-20, 2025. Soar to the 103rd floor of the city's … [Read more...] about Meet the Easter Bunny at Skydeck Chicago
Lithuanian Easter Egg Etching Workshop
Discover the beauty of traditional Lithuanian Easter egg etching at a workshop on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture. The workshop runs from 1:00-2:30 pm and each participant should bring six hardboiled and dyed eggs to the session. Learn the … [Read more...] about Lithuanian Easter Egg Etching Workshop
Easter Brunch and Day Party at Offshore
Head to the world's largest rooftop for an exciting Easter celebration at Offshore Rooftop on April 20, 2025, at Navy Pier. Enjoy the springtime skyline and lake views at this special event. Get your Easter groove on at the Easter Bounce Brunch & Day Party with a DJ … [Read more...] about Easter Brunch and Day Party at Offshore
Free CineYouth Film Fest
Check out free screenings, workshops and panel discussions from the next generation of filmmakers from around the world during the 20th annual CineYouth Film Festival from April 25-27, 2025, at Facets in the Lincoln Park neighborhood Explore the visual world of filmmakers 22 years old and … [Read more...] about Free CineYouth Film Fest
Free Hyde Park Art Center Days
The creative fun of art making, exhibit tours, workshops and artist talks returns with the free quarterly event, Hyde Park Art Center Days, on April 19, 2025. This family-friendly program offers art-centered activities for the whole family. This season's installment features an … [Read more...] about Free Hyde Park Art Center Days




















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