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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

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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

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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

Millennium Park Free Family Fun Festival

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Millennium Park Family Fun Festival offers arts and crafts, music, educational activities and more for kids of all ages. Where:  Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph, (Big White Tent in northwest corner) When: Weekdays, June 24 - August 9, 2019 10am-2pm If you enjoyed this post keep up with the … [Read more...] about Millennium Park Free Family Fun Festival

Ribfest Chicago June 14-16

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Ribfest Chicago returns up in the North Center neighborhood with ribs, beer, music and more. When:  June 14-16, 2019 Friday, 5-10 PM, Sat-Sun Noon-10 PM. Kids activities, Saturday, Noon-8 PM; Sunday, Noon-7 PM. Noon-7 PM. Where:  Lincoln / Irving Park (4000N) / Damen (2000W) Admission:  $10 … [Read more...] about Ribfest Chicago June 14-16

Chicago Gospel Music Festival May 31-June 1

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Chicago Gospel Music Festival returns to Millennium Park Pritzker Pavilion and the Chicago Cultural Center. When: May 31-June 1, 2019 Fri. 12PM-9:30PM, Sat.7AM-9:00PM Where: Millennium Park, Jay Pritzker Pavilion 201 E. Randolph and Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington The FREE admission … [Read more...] about Chicago Gospel Music Festival May 31-June 1

Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square May 30-June 2

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Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square. The little sibling of Lincoln Square's Oktoberfest, Maifest, includes food (beer and brats), entertainment, and cultural activities (Maypole Dance). When: May 30 - June 2, 2019 Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Friday 5:00 pm - 11:00pm, Saturday 12:00 pm - 11:00pm, … [Read more...] about Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square May 30-June 2

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