2021 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival When: 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 event is … [Read more...] about 2021 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
Chicago festivals
Free Campfire Horror at Northerly Island
Free Campfire Horror at Northerly Island Where: Northerly Island, 1521 S. Linn White Dr., (312) 745-2910. Visit their Facebook page. Event is outside, weather permitting, but will be moved inside in the event of rain. Free. Enjoy a warm fire on a cool night in the perfect … [Read more...] about Free Campfire Horror at Northerly Island
Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 25-26
Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 25-26 When: September 25-26, 2021, Saturday 1 pm – Midnight and Sunday 1 pm – 7pm Where: 5900 S. Woodlawn Ave & Midway Plaisance $5 donation requested Location and costThe Hyde Park Jazz Festival attracts about 12,000–15,000 attendees annually. Two stages … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 25-26
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
West Loop Art Fest Sept 18-19
-West Loop Art Fest Sept 18-19 When: Saturday and Sunday, September 18-19, 2021, 10a – 7p Where: Fulton Market from Morgan to Racine Admission: Suggested donation. Little info on website Proir year fests have featured art, music and food. Featuring four blocks of art, … [Read more...] about West Loop Art Fest Sept 18-19
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
ArtFest Michigan Avenue Sept 18-19
ArtFest Michigan Avenue Sept 18-19 When: September 18-19, 2021 Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10a-5p Where: 401 N Michigan Ave. Free admission. About 65 juried artists will be featured at this “all art” show. ArtistsBooth # /Last Name /First Name /Art Shop 86 Akese-Burney Jennifer 3D … [Read more...] about ArtFest Michigan Avenue Sept 18-19
Lakeview East Art Festival Sept 11-12
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Lakeview East Art Festival Sept 14-15. When: September 11-12, 2021, Sat 11AM-10PM, Sunday 11AM-7PM. Where: Broadway Avenue, North of Belmont to Hawthorne. Admission: $donation TBD. Map 100+ juried artists selling paintings, sculpture, photography, furniture, and … [Read more...] about Lakeview East Art Festival Sept 11-12
Free Printers Row Lit Fest Sept 11-12
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Free Printers Row Lit Fest is the Midwest's largest outdoor literary festival. When: September 11-12, 2021, Saturday 10 am-6 pm; Sunday 10 am-6 pm Where: Dearborn Street south of Congress and Harold Washington Library All programs are free and open to the public this year. Tickets … [Read more...] about Free Printers Row Lit Fest Sept 11-12
Lincoln Park Greek Fest Sept 10-12
The Lincoln Park Greek Fest brings all the aromas, sounds, tastes and traditions of Greece to your doorstep. When: Sept 10-12, 2021, Friday: 5pm to 11pm; Saturday: Noon to 11pm; Sunday: Noon to 10 pm. Admission: Any Donation Accepted. Where: 2701 N. Sheffield, between Diversey and … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park Greek Fest Sept 10-12
German-American Fest Chicago Sept 10-12
German-American Fest Chicago Sept 10-12 When: September 10-12, 2021 Friday 5PM-11PM, Opening ceremony 8PM, Saturday, 12noon-11PM, Parade 2pm Saturday. Sunday 12noon-10PM. 11am German Mass Service. Where: Lincoln Square, Lincoln Square, Leland / Western Avenue / Lincoln Avenue. Admission: … [Read more...] about German-American Fest Chicago Sept 10-12
Gold Coast Art Fair Aug 21-22
Gold Coast Art Fair Aug 21-22. One of the oldest art fairs in Chicago, the Gold Coast Art Fair returns to Grant Park. When: August 21-22, 2021, Sat. and Sun. 10 am-6 pm Where: Butler Field in Grant Park, E. Monroe St. and S. Lake Shore Dr. Admission; $10. This event is on Chicago … [Read more...] about Gold Coast Art Fair Aug 21-22
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