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Division Street Farmers Market
Aug6
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.

Wednesday, August 6th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Seoyun Baek, Piano
Aug6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Seoyun Baek, Piano

DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | SEOYUN BAEK, PIANO   Program Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-flat major, Op. 110 Sergei…

Wednesday, August 6th
12:15 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, Chicago
55 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago Fireworks Signature Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan
Aug6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Chicago Fireworks Signature Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

Elevate your evening with a delicious dinner and jaw-dropping panoramic views of the Navy Pier fireworks display illuminating the Chicago city skyline! On our Fireworks…

Wednesday, August 6th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Midweek Mixtape: 80s & Pop Hits Performed Live
Aug6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy

Midweek Mixtape: 80s & Pop Hits Performed Live

Harry Caray’s Summer Music Series Presents Midweek Mixtape: 80s & Pop Hits Live Music 6:30PM-9:00PM • Drink Specials 6:00PM-Close The Summer Music Series at Harry…

Wednesday, August 6th
6:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Harry Caray’s Tavern Navy Pier
700 E Grand Avenue
Grant Park Music Festival Presents Joshua Bell and Romeo & Juliet
Aug6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Grant Park Music Festival Presents Joshua Bell and Romeo & Juliet

For over 90 years, the Grant Park Music Festival has offered free classical music in the heart of Chicago. Don’t miss Joshua Bell and the Grant…

Wednesday, August 6th
6:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph Street
Summer Screenings: Free Films All Summer Long
Aug6
Aug7
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Summer Screenings: Free Films All Summer Long

🍿 The Summer Screenings program is back with free screenings of 21 films from 21 countries! This year’s theme is Summer of Love! Love has…

Wednesday, August 6th
6:30 p.m.Thursday, August 7th
9:00 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center and Chicago History Museum
Division Street Farmers Market
Aug7
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.

Thursday, August 7th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Chicago Ducky Derby – Special Olympics Illinois
Aug7
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Chicago Ducky Derby – Special Olympics Illinois

The Chicago Ducky Derby is an annual fundraising event to raise awareness and critical funds for Special Olympics Illinois. The Chicago Ducky Derby is an…

Thursday, August 7th
10:00 a.m.2:30 p.m.
Pioneer Court
401 N Michigan Ave
Thursday Night Out
Aug7
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Thursday Night Out

Thursday is the new Friday in Downtown Oak Park! Thursday Night Out opens for its 20th Season, every Thursday from June 5 through August 28,…

Thursday, August 7th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
1010 Lake Street
1010 Lake Street
Division Street Farmers Market
Aug8
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.

Friday, August 8th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Chicago Vegan Farmers Market
Aug8
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…

Friday, August 8th
4:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Liberation Kitchen
2054 W Grand Ave
Northalsted Marketdays
Aug8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Northalsted Marketdays

Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood. The 1/2 mile long summer festival features…

Friday, August 8th
5:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Halsted & Belmont to Halsted & Addison
3600 N Halsted St
Ginza Holiday Festival
Aug8
Aug10
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Ginza Holiday Festival

Celebrate Japanese culture at the 70th Annual Ginza Holiday Festival, hosted by Midwest Buddhist Temple August 8–10. Enjoy authentic food, traditional music and dance, artisan…

Friday, August 8th
5:00 p.m.Sunday, August 10th
4:00 p.m.
Midwest Buddhist Temple
435 W. Menomonee Street
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
Aug8
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…

Friday, August 8th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
Viceroy Spirited Series featuring Rum Zacapa
Aug8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Viceroy Spirited Series featuring Rum Zacapa

August 8 Hours: 6:00 PM Location: Somerset Cost: $125 per person Join us for an extraordinary evening with the Viceroy Spirited Series—an exclusive dining experience in…

Friday, August 8th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Somerset
1112 N State St
Division Street Farmers Market
Aug9
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.

Saturday, August 9th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Englewood Village Market
Aug9
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…

Saturday, August 9th
9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Englewood Village Plaza
5800 S Halsted
96th Bud Billiken® Parade
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

96th Bud Billiken® Parade

96th Annual Bud Billiken® Parade & Back to School Festival Join us for one of Chicago’s most treasured and historic summer traditions, the 96th Annual…

Saturday, August 9th
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Washington Park
5531 S. King Dr.
The 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

The 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville

🥳 The 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville Is Here! 🎾 Food. Music. Community. Tennis. Bronzeville’s biggest block party is back—and this year we’re serving up…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
XS Tennis
5336 S State
Ginza Holiday Festival
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Ginza Holiday Festival

Celebrate Japanese culture at the 70th Annual Ginza Holiday Festival, hosted by Midwest Buddhist Temple August 8–10. Enjoy authentic food, traditional music and dance, artisan…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Midwest Buddhist Temple
435 W. Menomonee Street
Veggie Fest Chicago 2025
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Veggie Fest Chicago 2025

15th Annual Veggie Fest Chicago Returns to Lisle IL August 9 & 10 2025 FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING One of North America’s largest and…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.8:00 p.m.
Danada South Park, 2701 Navistar Circle, Lisle, IL 60532
2701 Navistar Circle,
Northalsted Marketdays
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Northalsted Marketdays

Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood. The 1/2 mile long summer festival features…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
Halsted & Belmont to Halsted & Addison
3600 N Halsted St
Kazoozapalooza: Pedal Powered Program Year 4: The Black Man from Macon
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Kazoozapalooza: Pedal Powered Program Year 4: The Black Man from Macon

Cabinet of Curiosity presents “Kazoozapalooza Pedal Powered Program Year 4: The Black Man from Macon” beginning  July 26 at 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at…

Saturday, August 9th
1:00 p.m.2:30 p.m.
Various locations
Second Saturday Concert Series: Magic Carpet
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy

Second Saturday Concert Series: Magic Carpet

Join us an incredible evening at our farm for our Second Saturday Concert Series featuring ethno-funk music by Magic Carpet. Doors and farmer-made food served…

Saturday, August 9th
4:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Global Gardens Chicago
4815 North Sacramento Avenue
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