Enjoy the flavors, sounds and sights of Greek culture at the popular Lincoln Park Greek Fest on May 31- June 2, 2024. The annual cultural festival features authentic Greek food, music, dancing and a craft fair on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Traditional … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park Greek Fest
Chicago festivals
Andersonville Midsommarfest
The Andersonville neighborhood celebrates its Swedish heritage and culture with the 58th annual Andersonville Midsommarfest from June 7 through June 9, 2024. One of Chicago's oldest and most anticipated street festivals, Andersonville Midsommarfest supplies over 50 live musical acts on three … [Read more...] about Andersonville Midsommarfest
Free American Writers Festival
Celebrate the exciting art of writing at the second annual American Writers Festival on May 19, 2024, at the Halrod Washington Library Center. Sponsored by the American Writers Museum and Chicago Public Library, the free festival offers book signings, writing workshops, literary arts … [Read more...] about Free American Writers Festival
Do Division Street Fest
Division Street in West Town comes alive with live music, food, boutique sales, fashion shows and family fun with the annual Do Division Street Fest on May 31- June 2, 2024. The festivities run from 5 pm-10 pm on May 31, 2024, and from noon-10 pm on June 1-2 2024. This popular fest is … [Read more...] about Do Division Street Fest
Chicago House Music Festival and Conference
As the birthplace of house music, Chicago always celebrates and honors this influential art form. The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference will bring the music, history and culture of house music into focus on May 31 and June 2, 2024. The free events will feature live performances by house … [Read more...] about Chicago House Music Festival and Conference
Things To Do In Chicago in May
With spring weather warming up more consistently and the lakefront thawing into lovely aquamarine waves, May is a favorite time to explore Chicago before the large summer tourist crowds arrive. Consider these free or low-cost activities for your Chicago May adventures. Besides the essential … [Read more...] about Things To Do In Chicago in May
Chicago Mayfest in Lincoln Park
Beer, food and cover bands are the hallmarks of the city's first festival of the summer, Chicago Mayfest. This year's 27th annual edition continues the tradition from May 17-19, 2024 in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. This year's fest will kick off at Armitage and Sheffield and feature … [Read more...] about Chicago Mayfest in Lincoln Park
Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
For many neighborhood festival fans, the Summer fest season officially kicks off with the cover band glory of the Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival, set for May 24-26, 2024. The 39th annual celebration of community and local musicians draws enthusiastic crowds to the streets near the Belmont Red … [Read more...] about Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
Sor Juana Festival Events
The annual Sor Juana Festival honors the historic Mexican writer, feminist and nun, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz with a dynamic line-up of artists, writers, filmmakers and singers at the National Museum of Mexican Art through June 1, 2024. Check out some of the … [Read more...] about Sor Juana Festival Events
Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival
Chicago's most innovative festival focuses on the versatility and excitement of the multi-disciplinary arts. Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival returns on March 21-24, 2024 at the Burning Bush Brewery in the North Center neighborhood. Performances from ten, diverse … [Read more...] about Chicago Circus and Performing Arts Festival
Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival
Tattoo collectors and fans inspired by the art will be thrilled to attend the 14th annual Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival for two days of live performances, tattoo artist appointments and lots of vendors on March 22-24, 2024. Head to the Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival to show off your body art … [Read more...] about Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival
Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Fest
Celebrate the culture and contributions of Indigenous and Native American communities at the fifth annual Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Festival, October 8-9 2023. This free, two-day music festival will highlight influential Indigenous performers from all over North and South … [Read more...] about Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Fest
