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2019 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

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2019 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival When:  Friday, Nov. 22, 2019 4PM-8PM Free events. Sat. Nov. 23, 2019, 11:00AM-7:00PM. Parade 5:30-7:00PM, Fireworks 6:55PM Retailers open until 9PM. Where: Oak Street and Michigan Avenue to the Chicago River (Wacker Drive). Other Holiday … [Read more...] about 2019 Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 28-29

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The annual Hyde Park Jazz Festival returns. When:  September 28-29, 2019, Saturday 1 pm – Midnight and Sunday 1 pm – 7pm Where: 5900 S. S Woodlawn Ave & Midway Plaisance Location and cost The Hyde Park Jazz Festival attracts about 12,000–15,000 attendees annually. Two stages located on the … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 28-29

St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago Sept 27-29

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St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago Sept 27-29 When: Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29, 2019.  Friday: 5pm-10pm; Saturday: 11am-10pm; Sunday: 11am-7pm Where: St. Alphonsus Church, Lakeview, 1429 W. Wellington Ave. (Southport and Lincoln Avenues) Admission Fees: Friday: $10, Saturday: … [Read more...] about St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago Sept 27-29

Lakeview Taco Fest Chicago September 21-22

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The glorious taco will again be celebrated (along with fall brews from Sam Adams) at this popular annual fest in the heart of the Southport Corridor. When: Saturday, September 21 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 11 am-10 pm Sun. 11 am-9 pm Where: Lakeview, Southport and Addison (3400-3500 N. … [Read more...] about Lakeview Taco Fest Chicago September 21-22

Free Chicago World Music Festival Sept 13-29

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Free Chicago World Music Festival Sept 13-29 The Annual World Music Festival Chicago is a city-wide, multi-venue festival presenting artists and ensembles from countries around the world. When: September 13-29, 2019 Where: City-wide • Various Locations • FREE Admission All events are free; … [Read more...] about Free Chicago World Music Festival Sept 13-29

Lakeview East Art Festival Sept 14-15

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Lakeview East Art Festival Sept 14-15. When:  September 14-15, 2019, Sat 10AM-10PM, Sunday 10AM-6PM. Where:   Broadway Avenue, North of Belmont to Hawthorne. Admission: $donation TBD. 150 juried artists selling paintings, sculpture, photography, furniture, and jewelry. Schedule: … [Read more...] about Lakeview East Art Festival Sept 14-15

German-American Fest Chicago Sept 6-8

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German-American Fest Chicago Sept 6-8. When: September 6-8, 2019 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 6-8

Festival on Prairie Avenue Sept 7

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Festival on Prairie Avenue Sept 7 When:  Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Where:  Historic Prairie Avenue at 18th Street and Chicago Women's Park and Gardens, 1800 S Prairie Ave, (312) 401-2688. Admission:  $10 suggested donation. Includes all activities.  Sponsored by … [Read more...] about Festival on Prairie Avenue Sept 7

Free Chicago Jazz Festival Aug 29-Sept 1

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Free Chicago Jazz Festival.  The Annual Chicago Jazz Festival returns to the Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park and on the roof of the Harris Theater. When:  August 29-Sept 1, 2019 Where:  Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park and Harris Theater  FREE Admission The festival kicks-off … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Jazz Festival Aug 29-Sept 1

Bucktown Arts Fest Aug 24-25

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Bucktown Arts Fest Aug 24-25 Where:  2200 N Oakley, across from Holstein Park When:  August 24-25, 2019, 11am to 7pm Admission: Free.  All proceeds from the Fest go to fund, develop and support arts education programming at Holstein Park and in the Bucktown/Wicker Park neighborhoods. The … [Read more...] about Bucktown Arts Fest Aug 24-25

Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 23-25

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Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 23-25 When:  August 23-25, 2019 Friday: 4pm to 11pm; Saturday & Sunday: Noon to 11pm Where: 400 S. Halsted Street at Van Buren FREE Admission Celebrate Hellenic pride at this annual culinary fest in Chicago's West Loop. In addition to Greek and … [Read more...] about Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 23-25

Ukrainian Days Festival Aug 24-25

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Ukrainian Days Festival. Celebrate Ukraine's Independence after the break up of the Soviet Union at Ukrainian Days Festival. When:  August 24-25, 2019 Saturday 3PM-10PM Sunday 1PM-10PM. Special program Sunday 1:30PM Where:  2200 and 2300 block of Chicago Avenue FREE Admission; $5 Gate … [Read more...] about Ukrainian Days Festival Aug 24-25

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