Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all over the city this month in Chicago.
Highlights this weekend include:
- The 67th annual Chicago Air and Water Show, the country’s oldest and latest free air show
- The Chicago Bears return to Soldier Field to kick off the pre-season
South Shore Summer Fest, a free community event on the lakefront
Check out just a few of the events and happening in Chicago this weekend, Aug. 7 – 9.
Chicago Air and Water Show
The Chicago Air and Water Show presented by the City of Chicago is the largest FREE show of its kind in the United States. The…
Choose Chicago Neighborhood PopUp Series – Uptown
Join the Chicago Greeter Neighborhood PopUp Series for FREE guided walks through the city's vibrant neighborhoods - led by friendly local volunteers! Come explore, connect, and experience Chicago like…
Taylor Street Little Italy Festival
THIS FESTIVAL IS HELD ON TAYLOR STREET (BETWEEN ASHLAND AVENUE AND THROOP STREET) IN CHICAGO, IL. Taylor Street is one of the most historic neighborhoods…
Ritmo del Mar at Shedd Aquarium
¡Muévelo! Join us at Shedd Aquarium for the Ritmo del Mar. Enjoy a night of music, cuisine, culture and mesmerizing animals with an aquatic backdrop…
Beethoven Symphony No. 9
Giancarlo Guerrero brings the 2026 season to an epic close with none other than Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, a musical affirmation of humanity on a…
Glenwood Avenue Arts Festival Celebrates 25 Years
The Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest (GAAF), the much-anticipated annual tradition in the Rogers Park neighborhood, showcases the work of over 130 artists and more than…
The Notebook
Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share…
The Chinatown Adventure Food Tour
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors and rich history of Chicago’s Chinatown on our top-rated TripAdvisor food and culture tour. Enjoy seated dining at five…
MAMAMOO: 2026 World Tour
K-Pop girl group MAMAMOO is performing at Wintrust Arena in Chicago on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
48th Mid-America Bonsai Exhibition
The 48th Annual Mid-America Bonsai Exhibition is sponsored by the Midwest Bonsai Society: one of the largest regional shows in the nation centered at the…
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Mat Kearney – Nothing Left to Lose Everything to Gain Tour
Mat Kearney is bringing his Nothing Left to Lose Everything to Gain Tour to Chicago on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Wicker Park Farmers Market
The Wicker Park Farmers Market will return on May 3 for its 26th outdoor season. The market will be open from 8 a.m. to 2…
Spotlight Reading Series: A Century of Black Progress
Featuring the most ambitious programming to date, Court Theatre’s 2026 landmark Spotlight Reading Series is organized around the theme “A Century of Black Progress” and…
The New Adventures of Super-Indian
Dancing Pony Productions presents The New Adventures of Super Indian by Arigon Starr, directed by Kennedy Naseem Performed as an old-time radio play featuring an intergenerational…
Pandemonium, Please Hold
The Second City’s 114th Mainstage Revue Pandemonium, Please Hold is a loud, fast, and gloriously unhinged night of comedic mayhem. The Second City’s six-person cast…
Summer Screenings: On the Road Again
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Route 66—America’s most iconic highway—this year’s Summer Screenings program will pay homage to the classic…
Tangible Sound: Arrival to a Higher Ground
Imagine walking inside the thunderous sound of a taiko drum or feeling enveloped by the sinuous sounds of a saxophone, cello, or bass. What if…
Theater of the Mind
Now Extended Multiple experiences per day at the Reid Murdoch Building, 333 N LaSalle Visit TheateroftheMindChicago.com for dates, times, and tickets Created by David Byrne…
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Please note that all events are subject to change.
