Chinatown Summer Fair

The dynamic colors and traditions of Chinese culture will be the highlight of the Chinatown Summer Fair, scheduled for July 26-27, 2025. This free, family-friendly event offers food, arts and crafts and entertainment for everyone in the historic Chinatown neighborhood.

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The fair officially opens with the excitement of a lion dance procession at 12:30 pm. Other performances include Chinese folk dances, kung fu demonstrations, K-pop dances and a Copi fish ball eating contest. There will also be a children’s area with activities for kids.

The Chinatown Summer Fair runs from 11 am to 10 pm on Saturday, July 26, 2025, and 10 am-7 pm on Sunday, July 27, 2025. For extra adventure, consider hopping a Chicago Water Taxi downtown and riding it to Chinatown to the lovely Ping Tom Memorial Park. Here’s a guide.

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