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The Farmer at The Green
Sep2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

The Farmer at The Green

The Farmer at The Green, presented by BMO, is a downtown Chicago farmers market. Shop for fresh, seasonal produce and locally made products from Chicago-based…

Tuesday, September 2nd
11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
The Green at 320
320 S. Canal St.
Grey’s Anatomy S1 – 10 Trivia Night – Snakes & Lattes
Sep2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Grey’s Anatomy S1 – 10 Trivia Night – Snakes & Lattes

Scrub in for Grey’s Anatomy Trivia Night at Snakes & Lattes Chicago on September 2! Covering seasons 1 to 10, this night is packed with drama, heartache, and unforgettable moments…

Tuesday, September 2nd
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Snakes & Lattes Chicago
1965 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Division Street Farmers Market
Sep3
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, September 3rd
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Division Street Farmers Market
Sep4
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, September 4th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
A Toast to the Games: An Evening Celebrating Champions
Sep4
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

A Toast to the Games: An Evening Celebrating Champions

Go for gold at an unforgettable evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and Olympic inspiration. Mingle with past Olympians in an intimate, relaxed setting where you…

Thursday, September 4th
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Carpenter St. Restaurant
111 N Carpenter St
Instant Classics Art Show
Sep5
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Instant Classics Art Show

Discover how six female artists breathe fresh life into traditional painting at Chicago’s historic Palette & Chisel art club, on view September 5–14. Stop by…

Friday, September 5th
The Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts
1012 N Dearborn St
Division Street Farmers Market
Sep5
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, September 5th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Chicago Vegan Farmers Market
Sep5
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, September 5th
4:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Liberation Kitchen
2054 W Grand Ave
ThrowbackMusicFest
Sep5
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

ThrowbackMusicFest

The Best End of Summer Festival on the Northwest Side. Live Music*Kids Carnival*Arts & Crafts*Pet Costume Contest*Miss Throwback Pin-Up Contest*Classic Car Show*First Responders Hero Celebration*Delicious…

Friday, September 5th
4:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
6000 N. Milwaukee Ave.
6000 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
Sep5
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, September 5th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
Mandala Makers Festival
Sep5
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Mandala Makers Festival

Mandala Performing Arts is proud to announce the 7th annual Mandala Makers Festival, a three-day celebration that provides a platform for emerging South Asian performing…

Friday, September 5th
6:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N Southport Ave
Instant Classics Art Show
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Instant Classics Art Show

Discover how six female artists breathe fresh life into traditional painting at Chicago’s historic Palette & Chisel art club, on view September 5–14. Stop by…

Saturday, September 6th
The Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts
1012 N Dearborn St
Division Street Farmers Market
Sep6
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, September 6th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Chicago Greeter – International Greeter Day Celebration
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Chicago Greeter – International Greeter Day Celebration

Join Chicago Greeter for International Greeter Day 2025! Celebrate this annual event alongside locals and visitors from 140 cities worldwide as we honor the Greeter…

Saturday, September 6th
10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Chase Promenade North tent at Millennium Park
40th Annual Printers Row Lit Fest
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

40th Annual Printers Row Lit Fest

The Printers Row Lit Fest will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, from 10am to 6pm, in Chicago’s historic Printers…

Saturday, September 6th
10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
637 South Dearborn St., Chicago, IL.
637 South Dearborn St., Chicago, IL.
Madison Row Fest
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Madison Row Fest

Madison Street between Carpenter and Racine comes alive each year as West Loop Neighbors and West Central Association hosts its beloved block party—welcoming over 2,500…

Saturday, September 6th
11:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Madison Row
800 W Madison
ThrowbackMusicFest
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

ThrowbackMusicFest

The Best End of Summer Festival on the Northwest Side. Live Music*Kids Carnival*Arts & Crafts*Pet Costume Contest*Miss Throwback Pin-Up Contest*Classic Car Show*First Responders Hero Celebration*Delicious…

Saturday, September 6th
11:00 a.m.10:30 p.m.
6000 N. Milwaukee Ave.
6000 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Little Lawndale In The Park
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy

Little Lawndale In The Park

Little Lawndale in the Park is an annual community event designed to celebrate the vibrant cultures of North & South Lawndale by gathering neighbors in…

Saturday, September 6th
12:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Douglass Park Flower Hall and Formal Gardens
Ogden and Sacramento
Old Holy Resurrection’s Taste of Serbia
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Old Holy Resurrection’s Taste of Serbia

Live music, authentic Serbian food and drinks, folk dance performances and more!

Saturday, September 6th
12:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Old Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Church
3062 W Palmer Square Blvd
Black and Bronze Music Fest
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Black and Bronze Music Fest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Black & Bronze Fest Debuts in Bronzeville to Celebrate Black Resilience, Culture, and Community CHICAGO, IL —  Where community meets cultural impact,…

Saturday, September 6th
1:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Armstrong Park
4433 S Saint Lawrence Ave
Mandala Makers Festival
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Mandala Makers Festival

Mandala Performing Arts is proud to announce the 7th annual Mandala Makers Festival, a three-day celebration that provides a platform for emerging South Asian performing…

Saturday, September 6th
6:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N Southport Ave
High Spirits with Happ to Benefit the Happ Foundation
Sep6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

High Spirits with Happ to Benefit the Happ Foundation

Hit a home run with this intimate evening where skyline views meet incredible food, great company, and a meaningful cause. Hosted by Ian and Julie Happ,…

Saturday, September 6th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Penthouse at Fioretta
318 N Sangamon St
Instant Classics Art Show
Sep7
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Instant Classics Art Show

Discover how six female artists breathe fresh life into traditional painting at Chicago’s historic Palette & Chisel art club, on view September 5–14. Stop by…

Sunday, September 7th
The Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts
1012 N Dearborn St
Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day
Sep7
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day

Wolff’s Flea Market announces opening day April 20, 2025. Join us for our 34th season outdoors at the Allstate Arena, Rosemont. Sundays 6am-2pm through October…

Sunday, September 7th
6:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Wolff’s Flea Market
6920 N Mannheim Rd
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