Bucktown Arts Fest Aug 26-27 Where: 2200 N Oakley, across from Holstein Park When: August 26-27, 2017, 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 26-27
Chicago festivals
Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 25-27
Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 25-27. When: August 25-27, 2017 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 25-27
Ukrainian Days Festival Aug 26-27
Ukrainian Days Festival Aug 26-27. Celebrate Ukraine's Independence after the break up of the Soviet Union at Ukrainian Days Festival. When: August 26-27, 2017 Saturday-Sunday 12PM-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 26-27
Festa Italiana Little Italy August 18-20
Celebrate Italian history and heritage in Little Italy/University Village at Festa Italiana When: August 18-20, 2017, Friday 5PM-11PM, Saturday 12-11 pm, Sunday 12 – 10pm Where: Little Italy, Taylor Street at Ashland Avenue to Racine Admission: suggested $5 donation with proceeds benefiting … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana Little Italy August 18-20
Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest Aug 18-20
Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest Aug 18 – 20. When: August 18-20, 2017 Fri. 6pm - 10pm. Sat. and Sun. 11am-9pm Where: Along Glenwood Ave at Morse Ave in Rogers Park 6900N/1400W . Feature three days of live music and performance featuring 50+ groups on 3 stages. Around the district, venues will … [Read more...] about Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest Aug 18-20
USO Clark after Dark August 17
Attend a Military Block Party in River North to benefit the USO When: Thursday, August 17, 2017, 4-10 pm Where: River North, 420 N. Clark at Hubbard Street. Admission: $10 general admission. Benefits the USO of Illinois. Show your loyalty after the 4th of July by coming out to Clark … [Read more...] about USO Clark after Dark August 17
Wicker Park Fest July 29-30
Wicker Park Fest July 29-30. When: Saturday-Sunday, July 29-30, 2017, 12noon-10PM Where: On Milwaukee Ave., from North Ave. to Paulina St. Admission: $5 donation benefits the local community. Divvy Valet Sat. and Sun. 12pm – 10:30pm at Wood St & Milwaukee Ave. Attend one of Chicago's … [Read more...] about Wicker Park Fest July 29-30
Free Chicago SummerDance June 23-Sept 10
Free Chicago SummerDance June 23-Sept 10. The largest annual outdoor dancing series in the US returns with swing, waltz, salsa and more. Go to dance or simply to enjoy the music. Where: Grant Park, Spirit of Music Garden, 601 S. Michigan Ave. at Balboa When: Fridays-Sundays June 23-September … [Read more...] about Free Chicago SummerDance June 23-Sept 10
Southport Art & Music Festival July 15-16
The Southport Art & Music Festival features an assorted mix of fine art, live music and a kids activity area. When: July 15-16, 2017, Saturday and Sunday 10AM-5PM Where: 3650 N. Southport (1400W) at Waveland (3650N) to Grace (3800). Admission is a $5 suggested donation. The festival … [Read more...] about Southport Art & Music Festival July 15-16
Chinatown Summer Fair July 16
The Chinatown Summer Fair this weekend. When: Sunday, July 16, 2017, 10:00AM-7:00PM 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
Free Millennium Park concerts
Free Millennium Park concerts. Whether you're picnicking on the Great Lawn or you've snagged a free seat in the back half of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion attending a concert in Millennium Park is one of the best deals in town. Where: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E Randolph St, 312 742-1168. More info … [Read more...] about Free Millennium Park concerts
Millennium Art Festival July 7-9
Millennium Art Festival When: July 7-9, 2017, 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 7-9
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