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Sheffield Music Fest and Garden Walk July 19-21

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Sheffield Music Fest and Garden Walk When: July 19-21, 2019, 12 Noon-10 pm Where:  2200 N. Sheffield (at Webster) Suggested donation $10 tour donations net proceeds are used for the continued support for neighborhood schools, local institutions, and community projects. (Chicago residents aren't … [Read more...] about Sheffield Music Fest and Garden Walk July 19-21

ArtFest Michigan Avenue July 19-20

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ArtFest Michigan Avenue When: July 19-20, 2019  Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10a-5p Where: 435 N Michigan Ave at the Chicago Tribune Tower. Across from the Apple Store. Free admission. About 65 juried artists will be featured at this “all art” show. Artists   … [Read more...] about ArtFest Michigan Avenue July 19-20

Taste of River North July 19-21

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Taste of River North returns this weekend. When: July 19-21, 2019 Fri. 5PM-10PM, Sat. 12PM-10PM, Sun. 11AM-8PM. Where:  Ward Park at Kingsbury St. and Erie St. FREE: No suggested donation on website.  (Chicago residents aren't required to pay entrance fees to street festivals.  More info … [Read more...] about Taste of River North July 19-21

Free Millennium Park concerts

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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

Bucktown Garden Walk July 13-14

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Bucktown Garden Walk July 13-14. When:  Saturday and Sunday, July 13-14, 2019 10 am to 6 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 $5 which … [Read more...] about Bucktown Garden Walk July 13-14

Southport Art Festival July 13-14

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Southport Art Festival July 14-15. When:  July 13-14, 2019  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 Festival … [Read more...] about Southport Art Festival July 13-14

Square Roots Festival July 12-14

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Square Roots Festival. Rated as one of the top ten festivals in Chicago the Square Roots Festival is returning. When: July 12-14, 2019,  Friday, 5:00–10:00 PM, Saturday, 12PM–10PM, Sunday, 12PM–9M Where:  Lincoln Avenue between Montrose (4400N) and Wilson (4600N). FREE Admission; $10 … [Read more...] about Square Roots Festival July 12-14

Taste of Chicago Survival Guide 2019

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Taste of Chicago Survival Guide 2019.  There are 82 eateries including 37 NEW vendors.  37 five-day vendors, 22 pop-up restaurants and 13 food trucks. When: July 10-14, 2019 Hours: Wednesday-Friday: 11am-9pm, Saturday & Sunday: 10am-9pm. Food and beverage sales end at 9:00PM. Where:  Grant … [Read more...] about Taste of Chicago Survival Guide 2019

West Fest July 5-7

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West Fest July 5-7. West Fest is known for its cutting edge music and an emphasis on 'local,' from the food to the vendor participants. When:  July 5-7, 2019 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 5-7

Windy City Ribfest July 4-6

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Windy City Ribfest July 4-6 When: Thursday-Saturday, July 4-6, 2019. 12PM-10pm daily Where: Lawrence (4800N) & Broadway, Uptown FREE; $5 gate donation benefits Business Partners, The Chamber for Uptown Slabs from top Chicago and national ribbers, an eclectic music lineup, arts/crafts … [Read more...] about Windy City Ribfest July 4-6

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 30, 2019 4:00pm-9:00PM Where: Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph. Multiple stages throughout Millennium … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Mariachi Festival

Millennium Art Festival June 28-30

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Millennium Art Festival When:  June 28-30, 2019, 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 June 28-30

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