Gold Coast Art Fair Aug 21-22. One of the oldest art fairs in Chicago, the Gold Coast Art Fair returns to Grant Park. When: August 21-22, 2021, Sat. and Sun. 10 am-6 pm Where: Butler Field in Grant Park, E. Monroe St. and S. Lake Shore Dr. Admission; $10. This event is on Chicago … [Read more...] about Gold Coast Art Fair Aug 21-22
Chicago festivals
Free Friday and Saturday Millennium Park concerts
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Free Friday and Saturday 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, … [Read more...] about Free Friday and Saturday Millennium Park concerts
USO Clark after Dark August 19
Attend a Military Block Party in River North to benefit the USO When: Thursday, August 19, 2021, 4-10 pm Where: River North, 420 N. Clark on Hubbard Street between Clark and LaSalle Admission: $10 general admission. Purchase tickets here The USO of Illinois’ annual … [Read more...] about USO Clark after Dark August 19
Bucktown Neighborhood and Garden Walk
Bucktown Neighborhood and Garden Walk When: Saturday and Sunday, July 17-18,2021 10 am to 6 pm each day. Where: Bucktown, Chicago Meander through the neighborhood and view 98 urban gardens (from the sidewalk), listen to music, watch visual artist, stop at stores for a BNGW … [Read more...] about Bucktown Neighborhood and Garden Walk
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. 2019 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
Festival on Prairie Avenue Sept 7 Canceled
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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 … [Read more...] about Festival on Prairie Avenue Sept 7 Canceled
Free Chicago Hot Dog Fest
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Free Chicago Hot Dog Fest. When: August 9-11, 2019. Friday-Saturday 11am-9pm, Sunday 11AM-8PM. Where: Chicago History Museum, 1 block north of museum in tent at 1701 N Stockton Dr. Admission to the tent for the bands and speakers is free. There is a $5 suggested donation and a $20 suggested … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Hot Dog Fest
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
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 Canceled
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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 Park, including the Jay Pritzker Pavilion. The Mariachi Heritage … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Mariachi Festival Canceled
Make Music Chicago June 21
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Make Music Chicago June 21. Join the FREE citywide musical celebration. When: Wednesday, June 21, 2019 enjoy free participatory events all over the city. Make Music Chicago links Chicago with a massive global music-making festival that takes place on the Summer Solstice every year and allows … [Read more...] about Make Music Chicago June 21
