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West Loop Art Fest
Experience one of Chicago’s best neighborhood festivals at the West Loop Art Fest, a vibrant two-day celebration of art, creativity, culture, and community in the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
West Loop Art Fest
The West Loop Art Fest returns August 22–23, 2026, transforming Fulton Street into a dynamic open‑air gallery that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and community. Spanning four…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Garage Galleries 2026
The Forest Park Arts Alliance is hosting its 12th annual Garage Galleries on August 22nd, 2026 from 11am – 6pm. Garage Galleries is a vibrant…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Middle Class Fancy’s The Ultimate Backyard Festival in Chicago
Middle Class Fancy, the internet’s favorite destination for suburban culture, is bringing its first-ever Ultimate Backyard Fest to Chicago. Celebrate the best parts of summer…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Many Voices, One Heart
Many Voices, One Heart is a collaborative, family-friendly musical presentation uniting several of Chicago’s leading Asian performing arts organizations for a vibrant evening of cross-cultural…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Thirsty Ears
Thirsty Ears is Chicago’s only classical music street festival, now in its 11th year. The festival features two days of stellar ensembles and soloists, craft…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival
Sample 20+ whiskeys at the Chicago Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival, Saturday August 22, 2026 at Kings in Lincoln Park. Meet the makers pouring them and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Zoo Uncorked
Enjoy Zoo Uncorked, an unforgettable adults-only evening at Brookfield Zoo Chicago featuring cocktails, live music, and the rare chance to see the animals after dark.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
The Dramatic Improv Festival
The Dramatic Improv Festival returns to Chicago, August 20-23 for four days celebrating the art of grounded, human, emotionally authentic improvisation. Hosted by Theatre Momentum,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Lawndale Route 66 Festival
The Lawndale Route 66 Festival is a vibrant community celebration held on historic Ogden Avenue in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood. Originally rooted in the Chicago’s…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
West Loop Art Fest
Experience one of Chicago’s best neighborhood festivals at the West Loop Art Fest, a vibrant two-day celebration of art, creativity, culture, and community in the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Banchet Awards’ Cluck ‘N Bubble
THE BANCHET AWARDS TO HOST INAUGURAL CLUCK ‘N BUBBLE, A FRIED CHICKEN AND CHAMPAGNE EVENT FEATURING TOP CHICAGO CHEFS What: Cluck ‘N Bubble Fried Chicken…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Lawndale Route 66 Festival
Lawndale Route 66 Festival: Where Cars and Culture Collide Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 12:00–5:00 p.m. Historic Ogden Avenue in North Lawndale (Central Park Avenue…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Thirsty Ears
Thirsty Ears is Chicago’s only classical music street festival, now in its 11th year. The festival features two days of stellar ensembles and soloists, craft…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Vegan Farmers Market
The Chicago Vegan Farmers Market runs every Friday 4 pm to 8 pm, July 10th thru September 25th . Operating through the summer and early…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
The Palette & Chisel Emerging Artists Show
Stop by the historic Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts to explore the Emerging Artists Show—a nation-wide showcase featuring 32 of the country’s talented…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Lincoln Park Health & Wellness Showcase
This event is open to the public and free to attend! Explore 30+ local businesses offering free mini-treatments, exclusive giveaways, and more. Pick up a…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Summer Sweets Festa
Treat yourself to an afternoon of sweet summer fun at Eataly’s Summer Sweets Festa! Bring the whole family and explore six delicious dessert stations featuring…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Musika Samasama Filipino Festival The Great Filipino Songbook Remix
Now in its third year, Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival returns to Eugene Field Park for an afternoon of world-class live music, cultural celebration, and community…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation
Cubs 150th Anniversary Celebration
On August 29 at Wrigley Field, the Cubs will host a celebration for the 150th anniversary of the team as a National League franchise.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
The Palette & Chisel Emerging Artists Show
Stop by the historic Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts to explore the Emerging Artists Show—a nation-wide showcase featuring 32 of the country’s talented…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation
Meet Me on Milwaukee (MMoM)
Meet Me on Milwaukee (MMoM) is a pilot series of “pedestrianization” events between Alderman La Spata, the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce (WPBCC), and the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
2026 Logandale Restaurant and Bar Crawl
The 2nd Annual Logandale Restaurant & Bar Crawl is back! Join us for a 21+ neighborhood food and drink experience along Milwaukee Avenue from Central…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Black on the Block Chicago
The largest touring marketplace for Black-owned businsses is coming to Chicago on August 30th! Don’t miss Black on the Block at Stadium Green from 1–7PM ✨…
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