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Chicago City Markets
May6
Oct28
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Chicago City Markets

Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest-running farmers market on Daley Plaza,…

Saturday, May 6thSaturday, October 28th
Citywide
Pop-Up at the Park: Blue Duck Tavern
Sep18
Oct8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Pop-Up at the Park: Blue Duck Tavern

Pop-up at the Park is a NoMI Lounge exclusive experience showcasing craft cocktails and diverse cuisine from Park Hyatt locations around the world. From September…

Monday, September 18thSunday, October 8th
Park Hyatt Chicago @ Nomi Lounge
110 E Chicago ave
Reeling 2023: The 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival
Sep21
Oct8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Reeling 2023: The 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival

From award-winning international feature films to social documentaries to experimental shorts, Reeling has always presented a range of genres that demonstrate the rich diversity of…

Thursday, September 21stSunday, October 8th
Chicago Filmmakers Firehouse Theater
5720
Leilani’s Fortune – Screening at Reeling 2023 The 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival
Sep24
Oct8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Leilani’s Fortune – Screening at Reeling 2023 The 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival

This intimate journey follows Witch Prophet, a queer, immigrant Ethiopian-Eritrean musician, as she navigates newfound momentum in Canada and stands true to her unique voice…

Sunday, September 24th
6:00 p.m.Sunday, October 8th
8:00 p.m.
Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema
2828 N Clark St
Destinos – Chicago International Latino Theater Festival
Sep28
Nov12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts

Destinos – Chicago International Latino Theater Festival

Destinos, 6th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival, Chicago’s annual citywide festival showcasing Latino theater artists and companies from Chicago, the U.S. and Latin America, returns…

Thursday, September 28thSunday, November 12th
Multiple Locations
Chicago Exhibition Weekend (CXW)
Sep29
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Chicago Exhibition Weekend (CXW)

Join Gertie and EXPO CHICAGO in celebrating the inaugural Chicago Exhibition Weekend (CXW) this September 29–October 1! The weekend will bring together over 50 galleries,…

Friday, September 29thSunday, October 1st
Neighborhoods across Chicago
Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
Sep29
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest

For Wildlife. For All. For Fall! Dive into the wonderful world of autumn—from picking the perfect pumpkin to taking in the nostalgic scents of hot…

Friday, September 29thSunday, October 29th
Lincoln Park Zoo
Cannon Drive at Fullerton Parkway
Wolff’s Flea Market – Rosemont
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Wolff’s Flea Market – Rosemont

Wolff’s Flea Market  – over 700 small businesses with antiques, collectibles, thrift, vintage clothing, home goods, farmers market, cards, memorabilia, records, comics, art, furniture and…

Sunday, October 1st
6:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Allstate Arena
6920 Mannheim Rd
Wicker Park Farmers Market
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Wicker Park Farmers Market

Shop each Sunday 8a-2p at the Wicker Park Farmers Market with over 40 vendors!

Sunday, October 1st
8:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Wicker Park
1425 N. Damen Ave.
Park, Tailgate & Sail
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation

Park, Tailgate & Sail

Football season is back! Kick off home home games with Park, Tailgate, & Sail at Harry Caray’s Tavern Navy Pier. PARK Avoid the parking hassle…

Sunday, October 1st
9:00 a.m.11:30 a.m.
Harry Caray’s Tavern Navy Pier
700 E Grand Avenue
Glenwood Sunday Markets in Rogers Park
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Glenwood Sunday Markets in Rogers Park

Glenwood Sunday Market will operate every Sunday from June 4 to October 29 (closed on June 25 and August 20), from 9 a.m. – 2…

Sunday, October 1st
9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Glenwood Avenue between Morse and Lunt
The Sustainability Market
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

The Sustainability Market

The Sustainability Market is back, bigger and better. Are you curious about how to reduce waste, but don’t know where to start? Interested in more…

Sunday, October 1st
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
NorthCenter Town Square
4100 N. Damen Ave
Fadtastic Block Party 1 Year Anniversary Celebration
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Fadtastic Block Party 1 Year Anniversary Celebration

We’re thrilled to invite you to the Fadtastic Block Party 1 Year Anniversary Party, and we can’t wait to share this exciting day with all…

Sunday, October 1st
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
fad2fresh
5653 n Ashland Ave
Paella Fest Party at Jaleo by José Andrés
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Paella Fest Party at Jaleo by José Andrés

Jaleo Chicago is throwing the ultimate culinary fiesta – a Paella Fest Party! Kick off fall with a celebration of paella with three hours of…

Sunday, October 1st
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Jaleo by José Andrés
500 N. Clark St.
Paint and Sip at Immersive Monet Chicago
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Paint and Sip at Immersive Monet Chicago

Paint your own version of an impressionist masterpiece! Immerse yourself in the art of Monet, Renoir, Degas, and more, and get inspired to create your…

Sunday, October 1st
4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.
LIGHTHOUSE ARTSPACE CHICAGO
108 W GERMANIA PL
BrightFarms® Chef Dinner
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

BrightFarms® Chef Dinner

The Oakville Grill & Cellar is partnering with BrightFarms®, a local grower of indoor-grown fresh greens and herbs, on Sunday, October 1 to let ingredients shine at…

Sunday, October 1st
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Oakville Grill & Cellar
163 N Green St
13th Floor Haunted House Chicago
Oct1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

13th Floor Haunted House Chicago

Description: 13th Floor Haunted House is Chicago’s premier Halloween attraction with a cult-following and reputation for top-notch production value, interactive horror, and immersive storytelling. Featuring…

Sunday, October 1st
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
5050 River Road, Schiller Park, IL 60176
5050 River Road
Paint and Sip at Immersive Monet Chicago
Oct2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Paint and Sip at Immersive Monet Chicago

Paint your own version of an impressionist masterpiece! Immerse yourself in the art of Monet, Renoir, Degas, and more, and get inspired to create your…

Monday, October 2nd
4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.
LIGHTHOUSE ARTSPACE CHICAGO
108 W GERMANIA PL
UChicago Podcast Festival
Oct3
Oct5
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

UChicago Podcast Festival

Join us for the first UCPN Podcast Festival, a three-day event full of captivating stories, fascinating discussions, and intellectual insights. The festival will take place…

Tuesday, October 3rdThursday, October 5th
Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation Auditorium
1155 E. 60th Street
Paint and Sip at Immersive Monet Chicago
Oct3
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Paint and Sip at Immersive Monet Chicago

Paint your own version of an impressionist masterpiece! Immerse yourself in the art of Monet, Renoir, Degas, and more, and get inspired to create your…

Tuesday, October 3rd
4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.
LIGHTHOUSE ARTSPACE CHICAGO
108 W GERMANIA PL
Stolpman Wine Dinner
Oct3
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Stolpman Wine Dinner

On Tuesday, October 3, The Oakville Grill & Cellar invites you to the Stolpman Vineyards Wine Dinner. From 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM experience six courses curated…

Tuesday, October 3rd
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Oakville Grill & Cellar
163 N Green St
Chicago’s Best Standup
Oct3
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago’s Best Standup

Chicago’s Best Standup Comedy is back better than ever. We’ve compiled the absolute best standup comedy lineup that you will see in the city. Today’s…

Tuesday, October 3rd
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
45th Anniversary of the Ravinia Farmers Market
Oct4
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

45th Anniversary of the Ravinia Farmers Market

The 45th Anniversary of the Ravinia Farmers Market is here! Kicking off Wednesdays, June 7-October 25, from 7 AM- 1 PM. Come out to Dean…

Wednesday, October 4th
7:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Jens Jensen Park in the Ravinia District of Highland Park
Jens Jensen Park in the Ravinia District of Highland Park
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Seohyun Kim, Violin & Ji Yung Lee, Piano
Oct4
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Seohyun Kim, Violin & Ji Yung Lee, Piano

DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | SEOHYUN KIM, VIOLIN JI YUNG LEE, PIANO   Program: Ludwig van Beethoven – Violin Sonata No. 8 in G…

Wednesday, October 4th
12:15 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, Chicago
55 E. Wacker Drive
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