Music lovers rejoice, the return of Old Town School of Folk Music's Square Roots Festival is set for July 8-10, 2022. This family-friendly music fest celebrates music from around the globe as well as the popular Lincoln Square community. This year's artist line-up of four stages … [Read more...] about Square Roots Festival
Food & Drink
Ravenswood on Tap
Head to Malt Row, Ravenswood's busting craft beer community to sip your way through the annual Ravenswood on Tap festival on June 11 and 12, 2022. The festival showcase's the neighborhood's small craft breweries including Koval, Dovetail, Half Acre, Smylie Brothers Brewing and more. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Ravenswood on Tap
Hopewell Brewery Tours
Hopewell Brewing Co.is a Logan Square brewery that opened in 2016 and features an inviting taproom with floor-to-ceiling windows, blonde wood and stylish decor. The brewery serves small-batch brews by the season and is noted for limited edition special releases. Some … [Read more...] about Hopewell Brewery Tours
Celebrate Mom With Free Yogurt at TCBY
Mother's Day will be even sweeter with a free 6 oz cup of frozen yogurt for moms at participating TCBY locations on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Drop into a self-serve location and scoop up some creamy goodness, including toppings, for free. At traditional stores, toppings are extra with the … [Read more...] about Celebrate Mom With Free Yogurt at TCBY
Taste of Randolph Street
Over 16 restaurants and two stages of live acts will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Taste of Randolph on June 17-19, 2022. The highly anticipated festival features some of the best bites in the West Loop neighborhood. Expect to eat and dance your way through three … [Read more...] about Taste of Randolph Street
Lincoln Park Greek Fest
Enjoy the flavors, sounds and sights of Greek culture at the popular Lincoln Park Greek Fest on June 3-5, 2022. The annual cultural festival features authentic Greek food, music, dancing and a craft fair on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Traditional Greek … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park Greek Fest
Chicago Farmers Markets
One of the benefits of Chicago's location in the Midwest is the proximity to farms and fresh produce. Locals can scoop up seasonal goodies from neighboring farms around the state but the easiest way to score locally grown produce is to head to a Chicago farmer's market. Almost … [Read more...] about Chicago Farmers Markets
Andersonville Midsommarfest June 10-12
The Andersonville neighborhood celebrates its Swedish heritage and culture with the 56th annual Andersonville Midsommarfest from June 10, 2022, through June 12, 2022. One of Chicago's oldest and most anticipated street festivals, Andersonville Midsommarfest supplies over 50 live … [Read more...] about Andersonville Midsommarfest June 10-12
Andersonville Farmers Market
Wander through one of the city's most colorful markets at Andersonville Farmers Market, running from May 11-October 19, 2022. Operating Wednesdays, from 3-7 pm, this popular neighborhood market offers fresh produce, a variety of flowers and an impressive supply of baked and cooked … [Read more...] about Andersonville Farmers Market
Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market
Head to Rogers Park for one of the city's most vibrant and socially aware farmers' markets, Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market. The market runs on Sundays, from June 5, 2022- to October 23, 2022, from 9 am to 2 pm, at Glenwood and Morse Avenues. What makes this farmer's market stand out is its … [Read more...] about Glenwood Sunday Farmers Market
Mercado de Colores in Little Village
Shop for fresh produce, handmade beauty products and Mexican cultural items at Mercado de Colores in Pilsen. This popular community market will open Saturday, June 4, 2022-October 1, 2002, 11am-3pm. Stroll through the colorful offerings of vendors like Cedillo's Fresh Produce, … [Read more...] about Mercado de Colores in Little Village
Daley Plaza City Market
Shop for fresh produce, flowers and more in the shadow of the iconic Picasso statue at the longest-running market in Chicago, Daley Plaza City Market. The market opens Thursday, May 12,2022 and runs through October 27, 2022, from 7am to 2pm. Located in the heart … [Read more...] about Daley Plaza City Market
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