Every weekend during the summer, Chicago comes alive with festivals, ranging from neighborhood celebrations to huge events that spotlight the city’s ethnic and cultural diversity. We’ve combed through the listings and found these 11 festivals. Admission to all, except for the Windy City Smokeout, is free, although some have a suggested donation. Maifest Spring’s counterpart… Read more »
EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to Navy Pier’s Festival Hall from April 25-27. The annual fair is a celebration of contemporary and modern art, and also features an extensive program of talks, on-site installations and public art initiatives. This year’s fair will feature more than 170 of the top galleries from 36 countries and… Read more »
From April 3-14, the Chicago Latino Film Festival returns for its 41st year. The festival is put on by the International Latino Cultural Center in Chicago. The 11-day event consists of 51 features and 30 shorts from Latin America, the Caribbean, Spain, Portugal and the U.S. Of the 81 films, 12 are world and/or 20… Read more »
Uncorked is coming to Chicago to host its fifth annual Uncorked Wine Festival at the Field Museum of Natural History on the Museum Campus. The event takes place on the evening of Saturday, March 8. The festival allows you to sample more than 100 selections of 50+ wineries from across the globe, including Meiomi, Chateau… Read more »
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the 33rd annual Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival on Saturday, Nov. 23. This spectacular event is the largest evening parade in the U.S., dazzling displays and festive performances, bringing holiday magic to Chicago’s iconic Michigan Avenue. The Scoop Parade Route: South on N. Michigan Ave. from… Read more »
Fall has officially arrived in Chicago, and the city is alive with an array of exciting events. Sip wine in lively Lincoln Park, take a stroll through a magnificent light show or experience Chicago’s vibrant art and fashion scenes. Here is our guide to the best fall activities in Chicago. Hot Chocolate Run Chicago (Nov…. Read more »
The Hyde Park Jazz Festival is returning for its 18th year on Sept. 28-29. This special event offers a two-day, free celebration of jazz on the South Side. Featuring 36 performances across various stages, the festival highlights the creative diversity of Chicago jazz. Showcasing both emerging talents and renowned artists from national and international scenes,… Read more »
Thanks to the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and the historic Ravenswood Industrial Corridor, Ravenswood ArtWalk returns to Chicago for the 22nd year. Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, head over to Ravenswood Avenue and enjoy a weekend of art, music, food and community. This festival is the perfect way to say goodbye to… Read more »
The Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is coming back to Chicago for its 19th year. Presented by the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, this event will take place Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15. The party goes until 10pm on Saturday, reserving additional time for live music, food and drink tents. Sunday will… Read more »
Party like an outlaw on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park. Blackbird Presents’ Outlaw Music Festival is a national tour held from June through September, and this weekend Chicagoans can get in on the action! Festival goers can enjoy performances from folk and country legends Willie Nelson &… Read more »