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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
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
THE WORLD CUP @ AMARU ⚽
Watch the World Cup live at Amaru with match-day drink specials inspired by the teams on the pitch. Guests can enjoy featured cocktails priced by…
Friday, August 21st
5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622Festivals, 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 21st
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Adults Night Out: Crafted at Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicagoland crafters, this one’s for you! Adults Night Out: Crafted is a night for craft enthusiasts ages 21+ to get hands-on with your favorite crafts…
Friday, August 21st
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Zoo
ChicagoFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Third Friday at Zhou B Art Center
Explore our building. Chat with the artists. Let your curiosity set the pace. Sift through multiple galleries and studios; with 50 artists in residence, each…
Friday, August 21st
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Zhou B Art Center
1029 West 35th StreetFestivals, 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,…
Saturday, August 22ndThe Edge Theater
5451 N Broadway Ave, Chicago, IL, 60640Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Division Street Farmers Market
Chicago Farmers Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest running farmers market on Daley…
Saturday, August 22nd
7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.100 W. Division St.
100 W. Division St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Eckhart Park Farmer’s Market
An inaugural community focused market in the heart of West Town. Featuring a mix of produce and food vendors, other local makers and special events…
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…
Saturday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.932 W Fulton Street, Chicago, IL 60607
932 W Fulton MarketFestivals, 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…
Saturday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m. – Sunday, August 23rd
7:00 p.m.W Fulton St.
1001 W. Fulton St.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…
Saturday, August 22nd
2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Wilson Ave. between Ravenswood and Hermitage
1758 W. Wilson AveFestivals, 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.…
Saturday, August 22nd
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
THE WORLD CUP @ AMARU ⚽
Watch the World Cup live at Amaru with match-day drink specials inspired by the teams on the pitch. Guests can enjoy featured cocktails priced by…
Saturday, August 22nd
5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Summer Screenings: On the Road Again
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Route 66—America’s most iconic highway—this year’s Summer Screenings program will pay homage to the classic…
Saturday, August 22nd
6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Chicago Cultural Center and Chicago History MuseumFestivals, 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
Wicker Park Farmers Market
The Wicker Park Farmers Market will return on May 3 for its 26th outdoor season. The market will be open from 8 a.m. to 2…
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…
Sunday, August 23rd
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Historic Route 66 Lawndale
3600 - 3940 West Ogden Ave.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…
Sunday, August 23rd
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.932 W Fulton Street, Chicago, IL 60607
932 W Fulton MarketFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Lakeside Pavilion Free Outdoor Summer Series
McAninch Arts Center (MAC) is pleased to announce the return of the Lakeside Pavilion Free Outdoor Summer Series on Wednesdays and Thursdays, July 8-Aug. 6…
Sunday, August 23rd
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage
425 Fawell BlvdFestivals, 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…
Sunday, August 23rd
1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Wilson Ave. between Ravenswood and Hermitage
1758 W. Wilson AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
THE WORLD CUP @ AMARU ⚽
Watch the World Cup live at Amaru with match-day drink specials inspired by the teams on the pitch. Guests can enjoy featured cocktails priced by…
Sunday, August 23rd
5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
THE WORLD CUP @ AMARU ⚽
Watch the World Cup live at Amaru with match-day drink specials inspired by the teams on the pitch. Guests can enjoy featured cocktails priced by…
Monday, August 24th
5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
THE WORLD CUP @ AMARU ⚽
Watch the World Cup live at Amaru with match-day drink specials inspired by the teams on the pitch. Guests can enjoy featured cocktails priced by…
Tuesday, August 25th
5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

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