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ArtFest Michigan Avenue July 20-22

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ArtFest Michigan Avenue July 20-22 When: July 20- 22, 2018,  Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10a-5p Where: 435 N Michigan Ave at the Chicago Tribune Tower. Across from Apple Store. Free admission. About 120 juried artists will be featured at this “all art” show. Cheap eats North … [Read more...] about ArtFest Michigan Avenue July 20-22

Bucktown Garden Walk July 14-15

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Bucktown Garden Walk July 14-15. When:  Saturday and Sunday, July 14-15, 2018 11 am to 5 pm each day. Where:  Churchill Park, 1825 N. Damen Avenue.  The Welcome Table at Club Lucky, 1834 W. Wabansia.  Guidebooks can be purchased at Churchill Park, Lottie’s, Club Lucky and Ipsento for $10 which … [Read more...] about Bucktown Garden Walk July 14-15

Southport Art & Music Festival July 14-15

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Southport Art & Music Festival July 14-15. When:  July 14-15, 2018  Saturday and Sunday 10AM-7PM Where:  3650 N. Southport (1400W)  at Waveland (3650N) to Grace (3800). Admission is a $5 suggested donation. The festival benefits the Southport Neighbors Association. The Southport Art … [Read more...] about Southport Art & Music Festival July 14-15

Chinatown Summer Fair July 16

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The Chinatown Summer Fair this weekend. When:  Sunday, July 15, 2018, 10:00AM-8:00PM Where: 2200 S. Wentworth (at Cermak Rd.) to 24th Place FREE Admission Consider riding the water taxi to Chinatown from downtown.  Here's a guide. This iconic and popular annual celebration of Far East … [Read more...] about Chinatown Summer Fair July 16

Taste of Chicago Survival Guide 2018 Updated

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Taste of Chicago Survival Guide 2018.  There are 72 eateries including 25 NEW vendors.  37 five-day vendors, 22 pop-up restaurants and 13 food trucks.  ***7/12/18 See updates below.*** When: July 11-15, 2018, Hours: Wednesday-Friday: 11am-9pm, Saturday & Sunday: 10am-9pm. Food and beverage … [Read more...] about Taste of Chicago Survival Guide 2018 Updated

Square Roots Festival July 13-15

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Square Roots Festival July 13-15. Rated as one of the top ten festivals in Chicago the Square Roots Festival is returning. When: July 13-15, 2018,  Friday, 5:00–10:00 PM, Saturday, 12PM–10PM, Sunday, 12PM–9M Where:  Lincoln Avenue between Montrose (4400N) and Wilson (4600N). FREE Admission; … [Read more...] about Square Roots Festival July 13-15

West Fest July 6-8

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West Fest July 6-8. West Fest is known for its cutting edge music and an emphasis on 'local,' from the food to the vendor participants. When:  July 6-8, 2018 Fri. 5-10pm, Sat. and Sun. 12-10pm Where:  West Town, Chicago Ave. between Damen and Paulina FREE Admission; $5 donation requested.  … [Read more...] about West Fest July 6-8

Millennium Art Festival July 6-8

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Millennium Art Festival When:  July 6-8, 2018, Friday 11a-6p, Saturday 10a-6p & Sunday 10a-5p. Where:  N. Michigan Ave. & E. Lake St. (Lake St. between Michigan Ave. and Stetson Ave. ) FREE Admission The Millennium Art Festival brings an array of artwork, including paintings, … [Read more...] about Millennium Art Festival July 6-8

Sheffield Music Fest and Garden Walk July 21-22

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Sheffield Music Fest and Garden Walk July 21-22 When: July 21-22, 2018, 12 Noon-10 pm Where:  2200 N. Sheffield (at Webster) Suggested donation $10 tour donations benefit the Sheffield Neighborhood Association. See prices below for concerts. Listen to music, drink adult beverages and snoop … [Read more...] about Sheffield Music Fest and Garden Walk July 21-22

Windy City Ribfest June 29-July 1

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Windy City Ribfest June 29-July 1 When: Friday to Sunday, June 29-July 1, 2018. Friday & Sat. 12PM-10pm, Sun. 12PM-9PM Where: Lawrence (4800N) & Broadway, Uptown FREE; $5 gate donation benefits Business Partners, The Chamber for Uptown Slabs from top Chicago and national ribbers, … [Read more...] about Windy City Ribfest June 29-July 1

Free Chicago Mariachi Festival

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              Free Chicago Mariachi Festival. Mix some margaritas and head out to the annual Chicago Mariachi Festival. When: Sunday, June 24, 2018 4pm-9PM Where: Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph. Multiple stages throughout Millennium Park, … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Mariachi Festival

Logan Square Arts Festival June 22-24

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Head to Logan Square for three days of music, art, food, and drinks. Benefiting the restoration of Logan Square's Centennial Monument. Just steps away from the Logan Square Blue Line Station. When:  June 22-24, 2018, Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 12PM-10PM, Sunday 12PM-9PM.  Family activities from … [Read more...] about Logan Square Arts Festival June 22-24

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