Celebrate the vibrant legacy of Frankie Knuckles, the godfather of house music, with a free, day-long house music party, "Soul Celebration: A Frankie Knuckles House Music Celebration" on August 27, 2023, at Kenwood Gardens. Dance to the uplifting rhythms of house music curated by DJs Greg Gray, … [Read more...] about Free Frankie Knuckles House Music Celebration
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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
Englewood Jazz Fest
The 24th annual Englewood Jazz Festival presents an exciting line-up of established and emerging Chicago musicians for three days in the Englewood community on September 14-16, 2023. Live the Spirit Residency at Hamilton Cultural Center educates and mentors the next generation of jazz … [Read more...] about Englewood Jazz Fest
Free Chicago World Music Festival
The 23rd annual World Music Festival Chicago is a city-wide, multi-venue festival presenting over 34 artists and ensembles from 22 countries around the globe, presented for free over 10 days from September 22- October 1, 2023. Dance to the rhythms and melodies of musicians from all over the world … [Read more...] about Free Chicago World Music Festival
Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
Witness the excitement of Chicago's extensive performing arts scene during the third annual Chicago Live! festival on September 23-24, 2023. Navy Pier will host free, non-stop performances every half hour during the two-day event. The breadth of Chicago's music, dance, theater and … [Read more...] about Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
Free Chicago Dance and Music at Harris Fest
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Millennium Park's Harris Theater for Music and Dance with a free, all-day festival of performances by acclaimed resident dance and music companies at Harris Fest, on September 9, 2023. Over 20 Chicago music and dance companies will dazzle crowds all over the … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Dance and Music at Harris Fest
Legendary Hip Hop MCs Host Free Millennium Park Concert
Legendary Hip Hop MC, Roxanne Shante and iconic Salt N Pepa DJ Spindarella will host and spin at a free concert featuring local performers on August 25, 2023, in Millennium Park. WBEZ and the National Public Housing Museum are presenting a free evening of music, art and discussion at the Jay … [Read more...] about Legendary Hip Hop MCs Host Free Millennium Park Concert
Latinxt Music Festival
Chicago's diverse Latinx community comes together to celebrate contemporary Latin music and arts during the fifth annual Latinxt Music Festival on August 26 -27, 2023. 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
Free Stand Up Comedy at Redline VR
Chicago is famous for its comedy scene and fans of a laughing good time can enjoy an evening filled with it at the Redline VR Lounge, every Tuesday in the Ravenswood neighborhood. Head to the Raven Room at Redline VR to get your laugh on for free. The Pressure Stand Up Open Mike runs from … [Read more...] about Free Stand Up Comedy at Redline VR
Free Printers Row Lit Fest
The Midwest's largest literary festival returns to Chicago's historic Printer's Row neighborhood in the South Loop with the Printer's Row Lit Fest on September 9 and 10, 2023. Stretching out over five blocks, the Printers Row Lit Fest features more than 100 booksellers, … [Read more...] about Free Printers Row Lit Fest
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
Taste of Greektown
Chicago's largest celebration of Hellenic culture returns for the 33rd annual Taste of Greektown on August 25-27, 2023. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood to savor Greek food, music and warm hospitality. The hallmark of Taste of Greektown is sampling dishes from the … [Read more...] about Taste of Greektown
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