Chicago's diverse Latinx community comes together to celebrate contemporary Latin music and arts during the fifth annual LatiNXT Music Festival on August 24 -25, 2024. This free, two-day festival showcases all the sounds and arts scenes that Chicago's Latinx community has inspired. Navy … [Read more...] about Latinxt Music Festival
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Bronzeville Jazz Fest
Chicago's historic Bronzeville neighborhood produced many of the city's legendary music, literary and art notables, including jazz innovators like Dinah Washington, Louis Armstrong and Nat "King" Cole. This legacy will be celebrated at the Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Fest on August 3, … [Read more...] about Bronzeville Jazz Fest
Free July Music Festivals
The joy of Summertime Chi is just heating up as the season gears up with festivals, block parties and outdoor events. One of the best ways to enjoy summer in Chicago is by dancing to free outdoor music fests. Check out the exciting line-up for the rest of the month. One of the city's most … [Read more...] about Free July Music Festivals
Sojourner Truth Film Festival
Celebrate Black History Month by watching rarely screened films by and about Black women at the Sojourner Truth Film Festival at the Museum of Contemporary Art on February 3, 2024. View three films that explore Black women artists, significant places that nurture them and spiritual practices. … [Read more...] about Sojourner Truth Film Festival
Andersonville Fika Fest
Chicago's winter weather is the perfect time to practice the Swedish concept of fika ( pronounced fee-kah), which means spending downtime with coffee, cakes and getting cozy with friends. Head to Andersonville to enjoy all sorts of comforting treats during the Andersonville Fika Fest, February 9-11, … [Read more...] about Andersonville Fika Fest
Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Fest
Celebrate the culture and contributions of Indigenous and Native American communities at the fifth annual Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Festival, October 8-9 2023. This free, two-day music festival will highlight influential Indigenous performers from all over North and South … [Read more...] about Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Fest
Edgewater Arts Festival
Enjoy the last days of summer while exploring the work of hundreds of local artists at the Edgewater Arts Festival, in the vibrant Edgewater community, on September 16-17, 2023. Browse an exciting showcase of Edgewater artists, including paintings, sculpture, jewelry, … [Read more...] about Edgewater Arts Festival
Free Canto Latino Festival
Explore the diverse musical styles of Mexico at "Canto Latino: Creando Mole" a free outdoor festival that celebrates the sounds of Mexico including cumbia, ranchera and mariachi on September 30, 2023, in the Pilsen neighborhood. Uniting Voices Chicago, formerly Chicago Children's Choir, will … [Read more...] about Free Canto Latino Festival
Rockwell Jazz & Blues Street Stroll
Chicago's famous blues and jazz legacy springs to life during the third annual Rockwell Blues & Jazz Stroll on August 26, 2023. Listen to an exciting line-up of performers for a celebration of live music. The patio of Burning Bush Brewery will host local blues and jazz artists as well … [Read more...] about Rockwell Jazz & Blues Street Stroll
Ginza Holiday Festival
Celebrate Japanese culture, food and traditions at the annual Ginza Holiday Festival held at the Midwest Buddhist Temple in the Old Town neighborhood, on August 11-13, 2023. Experience the beauty of Japanese culture, including traditional folk dances, Taiko drumming, martial arts and music. … [Read more...] about Ginza Holiday Festival
Taste of Chicago Pullman Pop Up
The iconic Taste of Chicago Food Festival is a highlight of the summer, with dozens of new dishes to try from all over the city. This year, the Taste features neighborhood park pop-ups before the big fest in Grant Park scheduled for September. The Taste of Chicago Pullman Park kicks off with over 20 … [Read more...] about Taste of Chicago Pullman Pop Up
Free Juneteenth Village Fest
A free, family-friendly celebration of Juneteenth with live performances by R&B stars Angie Stone and Marcia Ambrosius as well as hip hop MC Talib Kweli will be the highlight of Juneteenth Village Fest, on June 18, 2023, in the Douglass Park community. The festivities will also include food … [Read more...] about Free Juneteenth Village Fest
