Free Thee Best Western Block Party When: Saturday, October 9, 2021 12:00PM-8:00PM Where: The Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Avenue, (773) 276-3600. Admission free. Music Friendly Dancing fairground (Cortez St.) Tickets A new Block Party that celebrates Western Avenue which … [Read more...] about Free Thee Best Western Block Party
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Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest Oct 2-3
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest When: Saturday-Sunday, October 2-3, 2021 Sat. 9am – 6pm and Sun. 9am – 6pm Where: Lincoln Avenue between Lawrence and Wilson Admission: 2021 The website doesn't list a suggested donation. It was $5 Suggested Donation in 2019. Money raised from this … [Read more...] about Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest Oct 2-3
St. Benedict’s Oktoberfest Oct 1-3
St. Benedict's Oktoberfest When: October 1-3, 2021, Friday, 3:00 PM–10:00 PM, Saturday, 1:00 PM–10:00 PM, Sunday, 1:00 PM–7:00 PM Where: St. Benedict Parish, 2215 W. Irving Park Rd. Enclosed parish courtyard. Enter on Irving Park Road just west of the church. Entertainment for the … [Read more...] about St. Benedict’s Oktoberfest Oct 1-3
Pier Perks Days at Navy Pier
Pier Perks Days at Navy Pier When: Every Tuesday and Thursday. The deals vary by season. Where: Various locations Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Navy Pier is offering deals on Pier Perks Days which are Tuesdays and Thursdays. Guests can take advantage of special Pier-wide offers at Pier … [Read more...] about Pier Perks Days at Navy Pier
Chicago Pride Fest October 1-3
Chicago Pride Fest October 1-3 When: October 1-3, 2021 Friday 5pm-10pm; Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun 11AM-10PM. Open rain or shine, please be advised that severe conditions may delay or cancel performances Where: Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St. Admission: A $15 … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Fest October 1-3
Andersonville Homecoming Sept 24-26
Andersonville Homecoming Sept 24-26 When: Sept September 24-26, 2021 Friday 5PM-10PM Saturday and Sunday 11AM-10PM Suggested donation $10 benefits the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce. Where: Clark Street from Catalpa and Summerdale This event will feature live entertainment, … [Read more...] about Andersonville Homecoming Sept 24-26
West Town Art Walk Sept 24-25
West Town Art Walk Sept 24-25. Enjoy visual art, music, and fashion in restaurants and shops along Chicago Avenue during the West Town Art Walk. When: Sept 24-25, 2021. Friday, 5 – 8 p.m. Saturday 12pm-8pm. Where: Chicago Avenue (between Milwaukee Ave and Western) Headquarters: … [Read more...] about West Town Art Walk Sept 24-25
St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago Sept 24-26
St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago Sept 24-26 When: Friday-Sunday, September 24-26, 2021. FRI: 5:00pm-10:00pm SAT: 11:00am-10:00pm SUN: 11:00am-7:00pm Where: St. Alphonsus Church, Lakeview, 1429 W. Wellington Ave. (Southport, Wellington and Lincoln Avenues) Admission Fees: Friday: $10, … [Read more...] about St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago Sept 24-26
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Norwood Park Fall Festival Sept 17-18
Norwood Park Fall Festival When: September 17-18, 2021 Friday, 5pm-10pm Saturday 12pm to 10pm Where: Norwood Park, 6100 N. Northwest Highway Suggested $5 donation benefits Norwood Park Chamber of Commerce This event features live music, food trucks, quality beer, at least 35 merchandise booths … [Read more...] about Norwood Park Fall Festival Sept 17-18
Evening on Division Sept 8
Evening on Division When: Wednesday, September 8, 2021, 5:30PM-8:30PM Where: Division Street between State and Dearborn This event will feature food, drinks and music. All food and drink are for purchase from the merchants on Division Street. Tables are available for purchase. It doesn't … [Read more...] about Evening on Division Sept 8
Free events Meet Me on The Mile
Free events Meet Me on The Mile When: Thursdays, July 22, August 5, 19; September 2, 16, 30, 2021. 4PM-7PM and Sundays, August 15, September 26 and October 24, 2021 9AM-5PM. Where: See locations below. The Magnificent Mile Association (MMA) is hosting Meet Me on The Mile, an … [Read more...] about Free events Meet Me on The Mile
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