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Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Pizza Pass
Say hello to the Choose Chicago Pizza Pass — your ticket to exploring the city’s iconic pizza scene one slice at a time. Choose Chicago…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Gourmet
Guests, start your appetites! One of the nation’s top food festivals, Chicago Gourmet, powered by Invesco QQQ, is hitting the field this fall for the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Czech Heritage Week 2025
A vibrant celebration of Czech culture in Chicago! From September 20 to 28, 2025, a wide variety of Czech-themed events will take place across the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Great American Coin & Collectibles Show
The Great American Coin & Collectibles Show comes to the Chicago area for the first time, September 25-27, 2025, featuring a one-of-a-kind display of California…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Vegan Farmers Market
A weekly farmers market featuring fresh produce, baked goods, vintage clothing and other items has kicked off in West Town — and its offerings are…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Aladerri International Film Festival
Aladerri International Film Festival (AIFF) is dedicated to the celebration of ‘Short Films’ a multi-day event in Chicago supporting filmmakers and giving them an opportunity…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
St. Helen Carnival
From September 25th-28th, Augusta Boulevard will be filled with rides, live music, and delicious food and drinks for this four-day event.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
23rd Annual St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago
Put on your Dirndls and your Lederhosen and polka on down to St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest in Chicago. It will be held Friday, Sept. 26 through…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
The “First Fridays Art Walk,” organized by the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, welcomes art enthusiasts to explore the neighborhoods’ vibrant arts scene. All…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
All You Can Eataly – Septemberfest
The event you know and love is back — and this year, All You Can Eataly SeptemberFest is bigger, bolder, and more delicious than ever. On Friday,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Czech Heritage Week 2025
A vibrant celebration of Czech culture in Chicago! From September 20 to 28, 2025, a wide variety of Czech-themed events will take place across the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Division Street Farmers Market
Fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds are available at the Division Street Farmers Market.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Englewood Village Market
Grow Greater Englewood’s 6th Annual Englewood Village Market kicks off on Saturday, June 14th to connect residents with Black-owned businesses and activities rooted in Black…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Great American Coin & Collectibles Show
The Great American Coin & Collectibles Show comes to the Chicago area for the first time, September 25-27, 2025, featuring a one-of-a-kind display of California…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Aladerri International Film Festival
Aladerri International Film Festival (AIFF) is dedicated to the celebration of ‘Short Films’ a multi-day event in Chicago supporting filmmakers and giving them an opportunity…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
We’re Better Together Public Safety Community Fair
This exciting community fair brings together public safety professionals, city agencies, and neighbors to connect, learn about safety resources, experience hands-on demonstrations, engage in kid-friendly…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival 2025
Chicago’s only Filipino Cultural Festival presented by Chicago Park District Date and time Saturday, September 27 · 12 – 4pm CDT Location Field…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Hubbard Haus Oktoberfest
Hubbard Street turns Bavarian for one unforgettable day. Hubbard Haus Oktoberfest takes over River North with steins, street eats, and Chicago nightlife at full throttle.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
St. Helen Carnival
From September 25th-28th, Augusta Boulevard will be filled with rides, live music, and delicious food and drinks for this four-day event.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
23rd Annual St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago
Put on your Dirndls and your Lederhosen and polka on down to St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest in Chicago. It will be held Friday, Sept. 26 through…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Oktoberfest at Time Out Market
Raise a stein and join us for the ultimate Oktoberfest celebration at Time Out Market Chicago! On Saturday, September 27th from 1–5pm, we’re bringing Bavarian…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
FashionBar The Shows: October 2025 – Designer Reveal
The opening event of FashionBar The Shows: October 2025, the Designer Reveal introduces all participating designers for the season. Each designer will present 1–2 looks,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Goose Island 312 Block Party
We’re BACK. Chicago’s favorite end-of-summer festival – the 312 Block Party – returns on Saturday, September 27th at the Goose Island Taproom, with performances by…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Czech Heritage Week 2025
A vibrant celebration of Czech culture in Chicago! From September 20 to 28, 2025, a wide variety of Czech-themed events will take place across the…
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