The new season for World Music Wednesday has been announced! Every Wednesday, through December 3, 2025, at 8:00 pm, the Old Town School of Folk Music will host a free concert series, World Music Wednesdays, featuring musicians from all around the world. Culture and countries represented … [Read more...] about Free World Music Wednesday Concerts
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Englewood Jazz Fest
The 26th annual Englewood Jazz Festival presents an exciting line-up of established and emerging Chicago musicians for three days in the Englewood community on September 18-20, 2025. Live the Spirit Residency at Hamilton Cultural Center educates and mentors the next generation of … [Read more...] about Englewood Jazz Fest
Free Thirsty Ears Classical Music Fest
Enjoy the beautiful melodies, cultural traditions and welcoming community of Chicago's only classical music festival, the Thirsty Ears Festival on August 23-24, 2025. The 10th annual event supplies two days of classical music, food vendors, craft beer and kids' activities in the … [Read more...] about Free Thirsty Ears Classical Music Fest
Ravenswood ArtWalk
The Ravenswood Corridor community celebrates 21 years of the annual Ravenswood ArtWalk on September 13-14, 2025. The area's artists, manufacturers and brewers will welcome visitors during the ArtWalk for the first time in two years, with a host of fun and interactive … [Read more...] about Ravenswood ArtWalk
Free Chicago World Music Festival
The 25th annual World Music Festival Chicago is a city-wide, multi-venue festival presenting over 30 artists and ensembles from 22 countries around the globe, presented for free over 10 days from September 26 to October 5, 2025. Dance to the rhythms and melodies of musicians from all … [Read more...] about Free Chicago World Music Festival
Hyde Park Jazz Festival
Venues across the Hyde Park, Kenwood and Washington Park neighborhoods will come alive with live jazz during the 18th annual Hyde Park Jazz Festival on September 27-28, 2025. Music lovers will enjoy 34 free performances of local, national and international artists at a varied assortment of … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Jazz Festival
Harper Court Summer Music Series
Hyde Park sizzles in the summer and the neighborhood will get even more energized during the Harper Court Summer Music Series, set for August 7 and September 4, 2025. A summer tradition since 2015, the free outdoor concerts feature local musicians and bring a festive sense of community … [Read more...] about Harper Court Summer Music Series
Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest
The Rogers Park neighborhood will host the highly anticipated Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest on August 15-17, 2025. Chicago's most diverse community will showcase free live music, art, creative performances, food and crafts by an eclectic array of artists and artisans. Over 120 … [Read more...] about Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest
Retro on Roscoe Festival
Go back in time and enjoy oldies and throwback fashion at the 28th annual Retro on Roscoe festival on September 5-7, 2025, in the Roscoe Village neighborhood. Groove to music on three stages, including a family stage, within a six-block stretch of Roscoe Village. Enjoy music from … [Read more...] about Retro on Roscoe Festival
Jeff Fest Arts and Music Festival
The Jefferson Park neighborhood on Chicago's Northwest side will come alive with music and creative arts during the 24th annual Jeff Fest, on August 1-2, 2025. The sprawling seven acres of Jefferson Memorial Park will host this beloved community event, which features tribute bands, … [Read more...] about Jeff Fest Arts and Music Festival
Free Chicago Jazz Festival
Since 1974, jazz fans from all over the globe have flocked to Chicago for the annual Chicago Jazz Festival, which showcases jazz legends as well as up-and-coming musicians. This year's four-day festival will run from August 28 -31, 2025. Celebrate jazz in all its forms in Millennium Park and … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Jazz Festival
Northalsted Market Days
The largest street festival in the Midwest returns to the bustling Lakeview neighborhood for a two-day celebration of music, pride and community. Northalsted Market Days is scheduled for August 8-10, 2025. The 43rd annual festival kicks off with over 250 vendors, five stages and all-day … [Read more...] about Northalsted Market Days
