The historic Old Town neighborhood comes alive with the highly anticipated Wells Street Art Festival on June 8 and 9, 2024, in the heart of the historic neighborhood. Traditionally held on the second weekend in June, the fair features artists from all over North America, including painters, … [Read more...] about Wells Street Art Festival
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Jazz in the Court
The Hyde Park neighborhood celebrates South Side jazz traditions with free outdoor concerts in Harper Court on the first Fridays of the summer months. This year's dates are June 7, 2024. July 5, 2024, August 2, 2024 and September 6, 2024. Jazz in the Court supplies the excitement of the … [Read more...] about Jazz in the Court
Celebrate German Culture at Chicago Maifest
Welcome spring at the traditional German celebration of the season, Maifest Chicago. The 23rd annual festival runs from May 30-June 2, 2024 in the heart of Chicago's German community in Lincoln Square. Chow down on lots of German food and witness a traditional keg tapping, maypole dancing and the … [Read more...] about Celebrate German Culture at Chicago Maifest
Lincoln Park Greek Fest
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
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 Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA
Chicago's acclaimed Museum of Contemporary Art is not just the place to view cutting-edge art pieces, it's also one of the most popular spots to hear free Summer jazz concerts. The beloved Tuesdays on the Terrace music series returns from June 25 to August 27, 2024. Spreading a blanket on the … [Read more...] about Free Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA
Chicago Blues Festival
Chicago is home to the largest free blues festival in the world and this much-anticipated event draws fans from all over the world to experience the influential art form that was nurtured in the city. The Chicago Blues Festival returns to Millennium Park from June 6-9, 2024. This free festival … [Read more...] about Chicago Blues Festival
57th Street Art Fair
For art lovers, the Chicago summer season officially kicks off with Hyde Park's beloved 57th Street Art Fair. The 77th annual 57th Street Art Fair is the first major art fair of the season, it opens on June 1-2, 2024. Stroll through Hyde Park's tree-lined thoroughfares and browse a diverse … [Read more...] about 57th Street Art Fair
Wrigleyville Night Market
Summer nights just got more exciting with the start of the weekly Wrigleyville Night Markets at Gallagher Way, kicking off on May 30, 2024, through September 12, 2024. Enjoy strolling through over 50 vendors displaying vintage clothing, jewelry, home goods and lots of unexpected finds. Prepare to … [Read more...] about Wrigleyville Night Market
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
Mole De Mayo Festival in Pilsen
Head to the historic Mexican neighborhood of Pilsen to explore the joys of the traditional chocolate-based dish of mole, at the 15th annual Mole De Mayo fest from May 24-26, 2024. Restaurants and chefs will offer their best recipes for the rich sauce served over enchiladas or meats and local … [Read more...] about Mole De Mayo Festival in Pilsen
