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Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest May 25-26

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Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest May 25-26. When: May 25-26, 2019, 11AM-10PM Where: Lakeview, 3200 N. Sheffield Ave. from Belmont to Roscoe FREE Admission; $5 gate donation benefits the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce. Head out for cold beer and tribute bands, local entertainment, food and … [Read more...] about Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest May 25-26

Chicago Mayfest May 17-19

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Chicago Mayfest May 17-19. Chicago Mayfest returns with music, food, and fun. When:  May 17-19, 2019 Friday, 5-10 pm; Saturday 2pm-10pm  Sunday, 12 pm-10 pm Full schedule here. Where:  Lakeview, 3100 North Ashland Ave. Cost:  $10. This fest is on private property so you are required to pay the … [Read more...] about Chicago Mayfest May 17-19

Free Chicago Blues Festival June 7-9

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Free Chicago Blues Festival . The FREE festival has four stages with over 40 acts over three days. When: Friday-Sunday, June 7-9, 2019 , Hours: 11am-9:30pm daily Where:  This years festival takes place in Millennium Park only, 201 E. Randolph.  Admission is free. All four venues are in Millennium … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Blues Festival June 7-9

Free Chicago Kids and Kites Festival

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Free Chicago Kids and Kites Festival. When:  Saturday, May 4, 2019, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where:  Cricket Hill in Lincoln Park, W. Montrose Drive, (312) 744-3316 Location here. Near the intersection of Lake Shore Drive and Montrose Ave. Admission:Free What is it Chicago Kids and Kites Festival is a … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Kids and Kites Festival

Do Division Street Fest and Sidewalk Sale

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Do Division Street Fest and Sidewalk Sale. When:  May 31-June 2, 2019 Friday 5-10pm, Saturday & Sunday,12-10pm Where:  2000-2200 W. Division St. (Division Street between Damen and Leavitt). FREE Admission; $10 suggested donation. Proceeds from Do Division Street Fest benefits local … [Read more...] about Do Division Street Fest and Sidewalk Sale

Gold Coast Art Fair June 1-2

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Gold Coast Art Fair June 1-2. One of the oldest art fairs in Chicago, the Gold Coast Art Fair returns this weekend to Grant Park. When:  June 1-2, 2019, Sat. and Sun. 10 am-6 pm Where:  Butler Field in Grant Park, E. Monroe St. and S. Lake Shore Dr. FREE Admission; $10 suggested donation … [Read more...] about Gold Coast Art Fair June 1-2

Chicago Gospel Music Festival May 31-June 1

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Chicago Gospel Music Festival returns to Millennium Park Pritzker Pavilion and the Chicago Cultural Center. When: May 31-June 1, 2019 Fri. 12PM-9:30PM, Sat.7AM-9:00PM Where: Millennium Park, Jay Pritzker Pavilion 201 E. Randolph and Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington The FREE admission … [Read more...] about Chicago Gospel Music Festival May 31-June 1

Lincoln Park Greek Fest

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The Lincoln Park Greek Fest brings all the aromas, sounds, tastes and traditions of Greece to your doorstep. When:  May 31-June 2, 2019, 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

Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square

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Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square. The little sibling of Lincoln Square's Oktoberfest, Maifest, includes food (beer and brats), entertainment, and cultural activities (Maypole Dance). When: May 30 - June 2, 2019 Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Friday 5:00 pm - 11:00pm, Saturday 12:00 pm - 11:00pm, … [Read more...] about Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square

St. Lucia Day Andersonville Dec 13

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St. Lucia Day Andersonville Dec 13. Where:  Swedish American Museum, 5211 N. Clark Street Admission is $1 or can of food to benefit Care for Real, Edgewater’s food pantry. When:  December 13. 2018 4:45PM-7PM About St Lucia Festival In Sweden, it is celebrated with a parade of girls who wear … [Read more...] about St. Lucia Day Andersonville Dec 13

2018 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

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The 2018 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival will be attended by over half a million people lining Michigan Avenue three, four or more deep.  If you want to see something it is strongly advised that you arrive very early.  People start lining up before noon on Saturday.  When:  Friday, … [Read more...] about 2018 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

Campfire Horror at Northerly Island

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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 setting for a scary … [Read more...] about Campfire Horror at Northerly Island

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