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
Chicago festivals
Southport Art Fest
Chicago's bustling Southport Corridor will fill with even more activity during the annual Southport Art Festival on July 10 and 11, 2022. This two-day event features an eclectic assortment of art and crafts as well as food and drinks. Stroll down the leafy streets and check out paintings, … [Read more...] about Southport Art Fest
Chicago Pride Fest
Chicago is home to the nation's first recognized LGBTQ community and the annual Chicago Pride Fest is one of its most anticipated community events. The fest returns on June 18-19, 2022, with three stages of music, 150 vendors, food, drinks and fun. Kicking off the weekend before the Chicago Pride … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Fest
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
Wells Street Art Festival
The historic Old Town neighborhood comes alive with the highly anticipated Wells Street Art Festival on June 11 and 12, 2022, from 10 am until dusk. Traditionally held on the first full weekend in June, the fair features artists from all over North America, including … [Read more...] about Wells Street Art Festival
Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
For many neighborhood festival fans, the Summer fest season officially kicks off with the cover band glory of the Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival, set for May 28-29, 2022. The 37th annual celebration of community and local musicians draws enthusiastic crowds to the streets near the Belmont Red Line … [Read more...] about Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival
Chicago's newest festival focuses on the versatility and excitement of the multi-disciplinary arts. Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival runs April 21-24, 2022 at the Den Theatre in Wicker Park. Performances from ten Chicago-based groups include trapeze and aerial shows, … [Read more...] about Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival
Do Division Street Fest
Division Street in West Town comes alive with live music, food, boutique sales, fashion shows and family fun with the annual Do Division Street Fest on June 3-5, 2022. The festivities run from 5 pm-10 pm on June 3, 2022, and from noon-10 pm on June 4-5, 2022. This popular … [Read more...] about Do Division Street Fest
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
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
2021 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Nov 19-20
2021 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival When: Friday-Saturday, November 19-20, 2021, Where: Oak Street and Michigan Avenue to the Chicago River (Wacker Drive). The BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival broadcast is scheduled to air on ABC7 Chicago. This … [Read more...] about 2021 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Nov 19-20
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