Summertime in Chicago means soaking up the sun and enjoying all the street fests, outdoor concerts, sidewalk cafes and events that the city has to offer. Fireworks are another Chicago summer hallmark, not just on the fourth of July but all summer long. Navy Pier hosts an exciting fireworks display … [Read more...] about Best Restaurants to View Fireworks All Summer Long
Free events
Rogers Park Music & Art Fest
Celebrate the creativity and diversity of Rogers Park musicians and artists at the Rogers Park Music & Art Fest, July 8-9, 2022. Soak up the high energy and enjoy one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Chicago. Formerly known as the Flatts and Sharpe Music Fest, this free event … [Read more...] about Rogers Park Music & Art Fest
HotHouse Jazz Fest
The influential Chicago performance and exhibition center, Hothouse, celebrates 35 years with a day-long, free jazz festival and spoken word performance on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Since 1987, Hothouse has presented acclaimed international artists including Afro-Peruvian singer Suzana … [Read more...] about HotHouse Jazz Fest
Roscoe Village Burger Fest
Chicagoans love chowing down on burgers and there's no better place to compare grilling skills than at the annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest. This year's event is scheduled for July15-17, 2022 and promises some mouth-watering eats. Visitors can taste a wide array of burgers with … [Read more...] about Roscoe Village Burger Fest
Barrio Arts Festival
The signature festival of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, the Barrio Arts Fest, returns to Humboldt Park on July 9-10,2022. Immerse yourself in the richness of Puerto Rican culture during this highly anticipated free festival on the grounds of the museum. Dance … [Read more...] about Barrio Arts Festival
Free Chicago Juneteenth events
This weekend, the city celebrates Juneteenth, a federal holiday that recognizes the oldest nationally celebrated day for the ending of slavery in the U.S. June 19, 2022, is the official holiday but celebrations take place all weekend. Juneteenth is traced back to Galveston, Texas in 1865 when the … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Juneteenth events
Free interactive art exhibit, bowling and bocce at Pinstripes
Celebrate the first day of summer with an interactive art exhibit, "Chicago Looks Good on You," as well as free bowling and bocce at Pinstripes River East on June 21, 2022. A series of life-sized portraits of people wearing Chicago landmarks the Centennial Wheel, Buckingham Fountain and Cloud … [Read more...] about Free interactive art exhibit, bowling and bocce at Pinstripes
Gold Coast Greek Fest
Celebrate the richness of Greek culture in the heart of the Gold Coast neighborhood during the annual Gold Coast Greek Fest, on June 24-26, 2022. Hosted by the historic Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, this free fest supplies an interactive glimpse into Greek traditions with food, music, … [Read more...] about Gold Coast Greek Fest
1865 Fest Juneteenth Celebration
The annual 1865 Fest brings cultural family activities, live music, educational workshops, food and fun to Garfield Park for three days, June 17-19, 2022. Honoring the Juneteeth holiday that brought freedom to enslaved Americans two years after official emancipation in 1865, the free events connect … [Read more...] about 1865 Fest Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate local arts and culture at the Activate event
Immerse yourself in the creativity and excitement of Chicago's arts and culture scene during the Activate event on Thursday, June 30, 2022, from 5-10 pm. The LaSalle corridor between LaSalle and Quincy streets will burst with color and activity as artists and performers offer up different art … [Read more...] about Celebrate local arts and culture at the Activate event
Spring Jazz Concert at Horner Park
Feel the warm breeze while listening to big band tunes at the Spring Concert at Horner Park on June 6, 2022, from 6:30-8:30 pm. The Horner Park Jazz Band will perform a medley of swinging jazz tunes from the 30s and 40s. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the free concert on the landscaped, 57 … [Read more...] about Spring Jazz Concert at Horner Park
American Writers Festival
The American Writers Museum will launch the first-ever American Writers Festival on Sunday, May 15, 2022. The free, one-day event will feature discussion panels, author signings with more than 70 contemporary authors and storytime and performances for kids. From 9 am until 6 pm, … [Read more...] about American Writers Festival
