Music lovers never want to miss the eclectic music line-up of Wicker Park Fest, scheduled for July 26-28, 2024. 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 for a … [Read more...] about Wicker Park Fest
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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
International Festival of Life
Enjoy the global rhythms of reggae, African and Latin music at the 31st annual African/ Caribbean International Festival of Life, July 4-7, 2024. Dive into the music, food and art of different cultures during this beloved event in Washington Park. The headliners for this year's fest include … [Read more...] about International Festival of Life
Chicago 4th of July Weekend Fireworks
Celebrate the Fourth of July with a close-up view of fireworks bursting over Chicago's iconic skyline. The city's most beloved Independence Day tradition is watching the fireworks at Navy Pier on July 3, 2024. This annual waterfront fireworks show will dazzle crowds for 15 minutes on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Chicago 4th of July Weekend Fireworks
Free movies at Millennium Park
There's nothing better than watching a movie al fresco with a light picnic on the lush Millenium Park lawn. This Chicago summertime tradition is back with the Millenium Park Film Series, running from July 16 to August 20, 2024. Stroll into the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and watch classic, … [Read more...] about Free movies at Millennium Park
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 July 24 until September 8, 2024. Every Wednesday through Saturday of … [Read more...] about Chicago SummerDance
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
Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour
From June through September, the historic Bronzeville neighborhood pulses with excitement during the annual Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour on the third Friday of every month. Art lovers hop double-decker buses to visit the community's four main galleries: Faie Afrikan Art, Gallery … [Read more...] about Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour
DuSable Museum Juneteenth Celebration
DuSable Black History Museum celebrates Juneteenth, the oldest nationally recognized commemoration of the ending of slavery in the U.S., with an all-day Juneteenth Celebration on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Yoga, horseback riding, a farmers market, roller skating and special musical … [Read more...] about DuSable Museum Juneteenth Celebration
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
Chicago Pride Parade
The Chicago Pride Parade is one of the oldest and largest pride parades in the country. Filled with floats, music, local celebrities and performers, Chicago's Pride Parade is one of the most anticipated events in Pride month. The 53rd annual Chicago Pride Parade kicks off on June 30, … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Parade
