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Old Town Oktoberfest on Wells Street
Chicago’s historic Old Town neighborhood raises a stein to fall as Old Town Oktoberfest returns September 18–20, 2026. Celebrating the neighborhood’s rich German heritage, this…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
America’s Blues Birthday Party
America’s Blues Birthday Party is an official America 250 celebration and a FREE, two-day outdoor music festival honoring America’s blues heritage across multiple eras, styles,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Reincarnated
Chicago Reincarnated is a cozy anime market and pop-up event bringing together local artists, vendors, creators, and anime fans for a day of shopping, community,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Uptown Rhythm Festival
Get Ready for the Uptown Rhythm Festival! Uptown Rhythm Festival is where tradition meets transformation. Join us in Chicago’s vibrant Uptown neighborhood for a powerful…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Oktoberfest
St. Vincent de Paul Parish to Host Inaugural Oktoberfest Benefiting Mother Seton Soup Kitchen CHICAGO, Ill. — St. Vincent de Paul Parish invites adults 21 and…
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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
America’s Blues Birthday Party
America’s Blues Birthday Party is an official America 250 event. It is a FREE, two-day outdoor celebration honoring 250 years of blues music, spanning various…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to host and produce the 21st Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts, along Broadway, from Belmont…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Sketchbook Brewing Oktoberfest
Save the date for Sketchbook’s Annual Oktoberfest on September 18, 19 and 20. One of Chicagoland’s largest! Beer, live music, food, games, all the Oktoberfest…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Old Town Oktoberfest on Wells Street
Chicago’s historic Old Town neighborhood raises a stein to fall as Old Town Oktoberfest returns September 18–20, 2026. Celebrating the neighborhood’s rich German heritage, this…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
World Dumpling Fest 2026
Ten-plus restaurants, one park, and more dumplings than you can reasonably talk yourself out of trying. World Dumpling Fest is the kind of afternoon where…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
America’s Blues Birthday Party
America’s Blues Birthday Party is an official America 250 celebration and a FREE, two-day outdoor music festival honoring America’s blues heritage across multiple eras, styles,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Clink & Sip Festival
Join us as we celebrate our 5th Anniversary! Chicago’s first-of-its-kind festival celebrating BIPOC-owned wine and spirits brands, CLINK Wine & Spirits Festival brings together makers,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Clink & Sip Festival
Chicago’s premier wine and spirits celebration returns for its 5th year! CLINK & Sip Festival brings together top BIPOC-owned wine, spirits, and lifestyle brands for…
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
Chicago Wellness Week
Chicago Wellness Week September 21–27, 2026 Chicago Wellness Week is a premier citywide wellness festival that transforms Chicago into a destination for health, movement, culture,…
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
Chicago Wellness Week
Chicago Wellness Week September 21–27, 2026 Chicago Wellness Week is a premier citywide wellness festival that transforms Chicago into a destination for health, movement, culture,…
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
Chicago Gourmet 2026
Chicago Gourmet is back for another incredible year! This year’s theme, “Let Your Tastebuds Dance,” celebrates the shared energy and passion of food and dance.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Wellness Week
Chicago Wellness Week September 21–27, 2026 Chicago Wellness Week is a premier citywide wellness festival that transforms Chicago into a destination for health, movement, culture,…
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
Chicago Gourmet 2026
Chicago Gourmet is back for another incredible year! This year’s theme, “Let Your Tastebuds Dance,” celebrates the shared energy and passion of food and dance.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Wellness Week
Chicago Wellness Week September 21–27, 2026 Chicago Wellness Week is a premier citywide wellness festival that transforms Chicago into a destination for health, movement, culture,…
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