Experience the beauty of the fall season with the Chicago River as the backdrop at the Island Party Hut Fall Fest on the Chicago Riverwalk on Saturdays September 21-October 26, 2024. Enjoy autumn festivities like hay rides on the river, pumpkin patches and eating apple cider donuts … [Read more...] about Riverwalk Fall Fest
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Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade
Head to State Street to celebrate Halloween as the "artist's holiday" with an evening of wonder and creativity at the Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade on October 19, 2024, in the Loop. Recognized as one of the top six Halloween events in the world, the tenth annual Arts in the Dark parade will … [Read more...] about Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade
Jack’s Pumpkin Pop Up
Wander through pumpkin patches and corn mazes while you enjoy the season at Chicago's largest fall festival, Jack's Pumpkin Pop Up, located near Goose Island, from September 22- October 31, 2024. The large number of all-ages festivities make Jack's one of the most popular fall excursions. Besides … [Read more...] about Jack’s Pumpkin Pop Up
Beverly Art Walk
Explore the vibrant arts community of the historic Beverly/Morgan Park neighborhood at the 11th annual Beverly Art Walk on September 28, 2024. Hosted by the Beverly Arts Alliance, the Beverly Art Walk is a free, family-friendly event that spotlights local art and music. … [Read more...] about Beverly Art Walk
Taste of Chicago
The legendary summer food festival that spawned dozens of similar events across the city, the Taste of Chicago, returns to Grant Park for a showcase of Chicago's culinary diversity, on September 6-8, 2024. After a series of neighborhood food pop-ups, the Taste of Chicago opens in all its … [Read more...] about Taste of Chicago
Art on the Mart
Stroll through the Riverwalk for views of one of the world's largest digital art platforms. ART on THE MART displays contemporary art projections across the 2.5-acre facade of THE MART. The summer show runs through September 11, 2024. The summer projection will feature … [Read more...] about Art on the Mart
Free Chicago Air and Water Show
One of the most anticipated events of the Summer is the thrilling Chicago Air and Water Show. For over six decades, Chicagoans have witnessed the exciting spectacle of pilots and parachuters performing daring tricks over Lake Michigan. The largest show of its kind in the U.S., this … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Air and Water Show
Free Sundays on State
State Street, that great street, will be closed to traffic and open for an interactive, fun-filled block party in the heart of the Loop. Sundays on State is scheduled this summer for June 16 and July 14, 2024. From 11 to 6 pm on the designated Sundays, State Street between Lake and Madison … [Read more...] about Free Sundays on State
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
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
Howard Street Carnaval
Celebrate the colorful and joyful carnival traditions of Africa and the Caribbean at the inaugural Howard Street Carnaval on April 27, 2024, in the Rogers Park neighborhood. Join the free festivities which include a parade of costumed dancers, music and a festival in Willye B. White Park. … [Read more...] about Howard Street Carnaval
Discount Tickets for Pink Party at the Zoo
Think pink and wear your best rosy attire while visiting animals and sipping cocktails at this adults-only evening event, Pink Party at Lincoln Park Zoo on May 17, 2024. Stroll through the grounds of Lincoln Park Zoo at night and enjoy special after-hours viewing of the gardens and … [Read more...] about Discount Tickets for Pink Party at the Zoo
