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June 2022

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5 events, 29

2022-05-29

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Gene Siskel Film Center & Their Website’s Streaming Platform

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Gene Siskel Film Center & Their Website’s Streaming Platform

May 29

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Gene Siskel Film Center & Their Website’s Streaming Platform

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Gene Siskel Film Center (164 N State St) & Their Website’s streaming platform, the comfiest movie watching spot in your home, various times WHAT: The opportunity to discover some of the best contemporary Japanese indie cinema SO WHAT: The Chicago Japanese Film Collective festival is back and this time with a mixed in-person and virtual fest! The festival has a strong focus on narrative, documentary, and animated work created by women, the LGBTQ community, and minority filmmakers. Through these films, they hope to connect Japanese and American cultures and create mutual understanding and respect.…

$10 – $25

11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival @ Sheffield from Belmont to Roscoe St.

May 29 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival @ Sheffield from Belmont to Roscoe St.

Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival @ Sheffield from Belmont to Roscoe St., 3200 N. Sheffield Avenue, Saturday and Sunday 11:00am – 10:00pm, all ages WHAT: The annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival! SO WHAT: Spend your weekend at the Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival and catch some fun local tribute bands on the main stage (near Roscoe), great eats, a few drinks (beer and wine) and pick up some cool items from some incredible artisans. There will also be an eclectic “community” entertainment stage (near Belmont) featuring with fun neighborhood music acts, DJs, and other performers. Check out the lineups at their event page! NOW WHAT:…

FREE

12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mayfestiversary 2022 @ Dovetail Brewery

May 29 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mayfestiversary 2022 @ Dovetail Brewery

Mayfestiversary 2022 @ Dovetail Brewery, 1800 W Belle Plaine Ave, Saturday Noon – 10:00pm, Sunday Noon – 9:00pm WHAT: Mayfestiversary returns! SO WHAT: Begyle Brewing and Dovetail Brewery are teaming up again for two days of amazing beer, live music, the finest food trucks this city has to offer! Check out the full lineup of music and food over at their event page. NOW WHAT: Entry is free! There is a suggested donation of $5 which goes to The Friendship Center and their mission of fostering hope and dignity through access to food, vital resources, and critical social services in…

12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Festival Mole de Mayo 2022 @ Pilsen on 18th Street Between Ashland & Blue Island

May 29 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Festival Mole de Mayo 2022 @ Pilsen on 18th Street Between Ashland & Blue Island

Festival Mole de Mayo 2022 @ Pilsen on 18th Street Between Ashland & Blue Island, Friday & Saturday Noon – 10:00pm, Sunday Noon – 9:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Mole, a staple of Mexican dishes, is delicious. That alone should be enough to convince you to go. SO WHAT: Mole De Mayo is an excellent three-day event showcasing the wonderful dishmole and pitting local chefs and restaurants against one another to find out whose version of the Mexican staple is best. Two awards will be up for grabs: Mole de Mayo’s Best Mole Award & People’s Choice Award. There will also…

$5 – $10

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sueños: El Festival Latino @ Grant Park

May 29 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sueños: El Festival Latino @ Grant Park

Sueños: El Festival Latino @ Grant Park,337 E Randolph St, Noon - 10:00pm, 18+ WHAT: The brand new Latin Music festival Sueños ! SO WHAT: Sueños is the perfect festival for latin music fans! This brand new 18+ fest will be taking over Grant park with over 15 talented Reggaeton & Latin artists for an unforgettable weekend. Dance your weekend away with the likes of J Balvin, Ozuna, El Alfa, Wisin & Yandel and many more! NOW WHAT: General admission passes are $275, VIP are $600, and Platinum passes are $1500!

$275 – $1500

1 event, 30

2022-05-30

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Their Website’s Streaming Platform

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Their Website’s Streaming Platform

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Their Website’s Streaming Platform

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Logan Theatre (2646 N Milwaukee Ave), Gene Siskel Film Center (164 N State St), & Their Website’s streaming platform, the comfiest movie watching spot in your home, various times WHAT: The opportunity to discover some of the best contemporary Japanese indie cinema SO WHAT: The Chicago Japanese Film Collective festival is back and this time with a mixed in-person and virtual fest! The festival has a strong focus on narrative, documentary, and animated work created by women, the LGBTQ community, and minority filmmakers. Through these films, they hope to connect Japanese and American cultures…

$10 – $25

0 events, 31

2 events, 1

8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

June 1 @ 8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood, 2343 S. Throop St, Various Times, All Ages WHAT: An old school experience for the modern age SO WHAT: Take a trip back in time and head out to a drive-in movie with ChiTown Movies. Ever since the pandemic started and shut down traditional movie screening, a few pop up drive-ins have arrived and ChiTown Movies has persevered, offering up modern movies in this retro setting. Check out their lineup below for showings this weekchi! 6/1 Black Panther - 8:45pm 6/2 Ferris Bueller's Day Off - 8:45pm 6/3 Encanto - 8:45pm 6/3 Friday the 13th…

$33

9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 1 @ 9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, 9:00pm - 9:10pm WHAT: Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks all summer long SO WHAT: Take a trip to Navy Pier and check out their dazzling display of fireworks!. Each show features dramatic and popular music soundtracks with some special occasion soundtracks sprinkled throughout the season. NOW WHAT: It's free! Just make your way to Navy Pier, find a spot, and enjoy the show !

FREE

4 events, 2

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Skyline Sessions @ Navy Pier: Wave Wall Staircase

June 2 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Skyline Sessions @ Navy Pier: Wave Wall Staircase

WHAT: Start your weekend with some interesting music! SO WHAT: Make your way to the Wave Wall Staircase near the Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier and experience some great live music every Thursday and Friday! Two acts will perform on each evening, so you can expect an eclectic variety of music every night of this series. Head over to their website for updates on the performance schedule! June 2 5:00pm-6:00pm — The Nettes 6:30pm-9:00pm — Carriers June 3 5:00pm-6:00pm — Emmett Mulrooney 6:30pm-9:00pm — Minor Moon June 9 5:00pm-6:00pm — Leah W 6:30pm-9:00pm — Max Lockwood Trio June 10 5:00pm-6:00pm…

FREE

5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

June 2 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square, 4700 N. Lincoln Avenue , Various times, All Ages WHAT: Think Oktoberfest, but in May(well, June but close enough) SO WHAT: Mayfest (Maifest in German) is the traditional German celebration of the arrival of spring. Maifest is still celebrated throughout Germany with the maypole (maibaum) decorated to show off the history and crafts of the local village or town. Maifest Chicago benefits a number of German organizations including the DANK HAUS, The Rheinischer Verein, St. Hubertus Jagd Club,the American Aid Society, the Donauschwaben Youth Group,Edelweiss Trachten Verein, D’Lustigen Holzhacker Buam, Egerlander Dance Group, and others.…

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

June 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier), 600 E. Grand Avenue, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, All Ages WHAT: Learn to dance in a beautiful outdoor stage SO WHAT: Navy Pier will be giving guests a little help on the dance floor this year with a series of free dance lessons on the Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage. Each week a different style of dance will be taught by some incredible instructors. After the focused lessons, the floor will be opened to free dance. NOW WHAT: Head over to Navy Pier and show off some newly acquired…

FREE

8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

June 2 @ 8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood, 2343 S. Throop St, Various Times, All Ages WHAT: An old school experience for the modern age SO WHAT: Take a trip back in time and head out to a drive-in movie with ChiTown Movies. Ever since the pandemic started and shut down traditional movie screening, a few pop up drive-ins have arrived and ChiTown Movies has persevered, offering up modern movies in this retro setting. Check out their lineup below for showings this weekchi! 6/1 Black Panther - 8:45pm 6/2 Ferris Bueller's Day Off - 8:45pm 6/3 Encanto - 8:45pm 6/3 Friday the 13th…

$33

4 events, 3

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

June 3 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

Do Division Street Fest & Sidewalk Sale @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt; Friday 5:00pm -10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Local vendors and restaurants between two amazing stages full of music. SO WHAT: The Do Division Street Fest is back again, taking over Division Street from Damen to Leavitt. The wonderful festival features two live music stages, a family stage, and a wide variety of local vendors and food! Empty Bottle Presents and Subterranean have curated the stages, which will include performances from NNAMDÏ, Cadence Weapon, Tune-Yards, Torres, Minor Moon, Spun Out, Oso Oso, Ric Wilson,…

$10

5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

June 3 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church, 2701 N. Sheffield Ave, Friday 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturday Noon – 11:00pm, Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Take a trip to Lincoln Park as it throws its Greek Fest! SO WHAT: St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Lincoln Park, established in 1923 by Greek immigrants, is throwing a fun Greek festival! This fantastic fest will allow you to celebrate Greek traditions with authentic food, great modern and traditional Greek music, a beautiful craft fair, and dancing performances from some incredible dance troupes! NOW WHAT: There is a suggested…

$10

5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

June 3 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square, 4700 N. Lincoln Avenue , Various times, All Ages WHAT: Think Oktoberfest, but in May(well, June but close enough) SO WHAT: Mayfest (Maifest in German) is the traditional German celebration of the arrival of spring. Maifest is still celebrated throughout Germany with the maypole (maibaum) decorated to show off the history and crafts of the local village or town. Maifest Chicago benefits a number of German organizations including the DANK HAUS, The Rheinischer Verein, St. Hubertus Jagd Club,the American Aid Society, the Donauschwaben Youth Group,Edelweiss Trachten Verein, D’Lustigen Holzhacker Buam, Egerlander Dance Group, and others.…

8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

June 3 @ 8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood, 2343 S. Throop St, Various Times, All Ages WHAT: An old school experience for the modern age SO WHAT: Take a trip back in time and head out to a drive-in movie with ChiTown Movies. Ever since the pandemic started and shut down traditional movie screening, a few pop up drive-ins have arrived and ChiTown Movies has persevered, offering up modern movies in this retro setting. Check out their lineup below for showings this weekchi! 6/1 Black Panther - 8:45pm 6/2 Ferris Bueller's Day Off - 8:45pm 6/3 Encanto - 8:45pm 6/3 Friday the 13th…

$33

8 events, 4

11:00 am - 6:00 pm

75th Annual 57th Street Art Fair @ 57th & Hyde Park

June 4 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

75th Annual 57th Street Art Fair @ 57th & Hyde Park

WHAT: The 75th anniversary of the 57th Street Art Fair, the Midwest’s oldest juried art fair SO WHAT: The 57th Street Art Fair is back with and in-person celebration featuring nearly 200 artists displaying and selling their incredible works of art ion a variety of styles and media. Perfect for art lovers, the art fair features artists from around the country and an opportunity to speak with them about their proscess and more!. There will also be live music presented by Buddy Guy’s Legends and a Food Court presented by the Ray School PTA. NOW WHAT: Admission is free! Get…

FREE

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners, 4000 N Milwaukee Ave, Noon - 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Hot dogs, need we say more? SO WHAT: Some of Chicagoland’s favorite hot dog spots will compete for who has the best dog at the inaugural Windy City Hot Dog Fest! You'll get the chance to try some delicious hot dogs and enjoys some fun jams from some great local and regional acts! There will also be kids’ area, arts & crafts vendors and a top dog parade on Sunday. NOW WHAT: Just head over, bring some cash for some dogs, and…

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

Do Division Street Fest & Sidewalk Sale @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt; Friday 5:00pm -10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Local vendors and restaurants between two amazing stages full of music. SO WHAT: The Do Division Street Fest is back again, taking over Division Street from Damen to Leavitt. The wonderful festival features two live music stages, a family stage, and a wide variety of local vendors and food! Empty Bottle Presents and Subterranean have curated the stages, which will include performances from NNAMDÏ, Cadence Weapon, Tune-Yards, Torres, Minor Moon, Spun Out, Oso Oso, Ric Wilson,…

$10

12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church, 2701 N. Sheffield Ave, Friday 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturday Noon – 11:00pm, Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Take a trip to Lincoln Park as it throws its Greek Fest! SO WHAT: St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Lincoln Park, established in 1923 by Greek immigrants, is throwing a fun Greek festival! This fantastic fest will allow you to celebrate Greek traditions with authentic food, great modern and traditional Greek music, a beautiful craft fair, and dancing performances from some incredible dance troupes! NOW WHAT: There is a suggested…

$10

12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square, 4700 N. Lincoln Avenue , Various times, All Ages WHAT: Think Oktoberfest, but in May(well, June but close enough) SO WHAT: Mayfest (Maifest in German) is the traditional German celebration of the arrival of spring. Maifest is still celebrated throughout Germany with the maypole (maibaum) decorated to show off the history and crafts of the local village or town. Maifest Chicago benefits a number of German organizations including the DANK HAUS, The Rheinischer Verein, St. Hubertus Jagd Club,the American Aid Society, the Donauschwaben Youth Group,Edelweiss Trachten Verein, D’Lustigen Holzhacker Buam, Egerlander Dance Group, and others.…

7 events, 5

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

75th Annual 57th Street Art Fair @ 57th & Hyde Park

June 5 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

75th Annual 57th Street Art Fair @ 57th & Hyde Park

WHAT: The 75th anniversary of the 57th Street Art Fair, the Midwest’s oldest juried art fair SO WHAT: The 57th Street Art Fair is back with and in-person celebration featuring nearly 200 artists displaying and selling their incredible works of art ion a variety of styles and media. Perfect for art lovers, the art fair features artists from around the country and an opportunity to speak with them about their proscess and more!. There will also be live music presented by Buddy Guy’s Legends and a Food Court presented by the Ray School PTA. NOW WHAT: Admission is free! Get…

FREE

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners, 4000 N Milwaukee Ave, Noon - 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Hot dogs, need we say more? SO WHAT: Some of Chicagoland’s favorite hot dog spots will compete for who has the best dog at the inaugural Windy City Hot Dog Fest! You'll get the chance to try some delicious hot dogs and enjoys some fun jams from some great local and regional acts! There will also be kids’ area, arts & crafts vendors and a top dog parade on Sunday. NOW WHAT: Just head over, bring some cash for some dogs, and…

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

Do Division Street Fest & Sidewalk Sale @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt; Friday 5:00pm -10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Local vendors and restaurants between two amazing stages full of music. SO WHAT: The Do Division Street Fest is back again, taking over Division Street from Damen to Leavitt. The wonderful festival features two live music stages, a family stage, and a wide variety of local vendors and food! Empty Bottle Presents and Subterranean have curated the stages, which will include performances from NNAMDÏ, Cadence Weapon, Tune-Yards, Torres, Minor Moon, Spun Out, Oso Oso, Ric Wilson,…

$10

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church, 2701 N. Sheffield Ave, Friday 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturday Noon – 11:00pm, Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Take a trip to Lincoln Park as it throws its Greek Fest! SO WHAT: St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Lincoln Park, established in 1923 by Greek immigrants, is throwing a fun Greek festival! This fantastic fest will allow you to celebrate Greek traditions with authentic food, great modern and traditional Greek music, a beautiful craft fair, and dancing performances from some incredible dance troupes! NOW WHAT: There is a suggested…

$10

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square, 4700 N. Lincoln Avenue , Various times, All Ages WHAT: Think Oktoberfest, but in May(well, June but close enough) SO WHAT: Mayfest (Maifest in German) is the traditional German celebration of the arrival of spring. Maifest is still celebrated throughout Germany with the maypole (maibaum) decorated to show off the history and crafts of the local village or town. Maifest Chicago benefits a number of German organizations including the DANK HAUS, The Rheinischer Verein, St. Hubertus Jagd Club,the American Aid Society, the Donauschwaben Youth Group,Edelweiss Trachten Verein, D’Lustigen Holzhacker Buam, Egerlander Dance Group, and others.…

0 events, 6

1 event, 7

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

June 7 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave., 5:30PM WHAT: Enjoy an evening of free music on the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden SO WHAT: This annual summer performance series, hosted by Al Carter-Bey from WDCB 90.9 FM highlights artists from Chicago’s internationally renowned jazz community. With two sets of live music every night, food and beverages available for purchase, and area for you to spread out a picnic, this is a perfect way to spend your Tuesday nights this summer. Check out the lineup below and at their event page! June…

FREE

1 event, 8

9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 8 @ 9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, 9:00pm - 9:10pm WHAT: Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks all summer long SO WHAT: Take a trip to Navy Pier and check out their dazzling display of fireworks!. Each show features dramatic and popular music soundtracks with some special occasion soundtracks sprinkled throughout the season. NOW WHAT: It's free! Just make your way to Navy Pier, find a spot, and enjoy the show !

FREE

4 events, 9

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

FIESTAS PATRONALES Puertorriqueñas 2022 @ Humboldt Park

June 9 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

FIESTAS PATRONALES Puertorriqueñas 2022 @ Humboldt Park

FIESTAS PATRONALES Puertorriqueñas 2022 @ Humboldt Park, 2800 W. Division & Mozart, Friday 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon - 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: A Humboldt Park Tradition celebrating Puerto Rican culture SO WHAT: Experience a taste of Puerto Rican culture at this fantastic festival! You'll get try some delicious food, shop some incredible vendors, and enjoy a myriad of live entertainment! On Saturday you can also see the 44th Puerto Rican People's Parade which will flow right inot the Festival and Carnival grounds! Below is a quick schedule of the weekend but you can head over to their…

$75

12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 9 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

Chicago Blues Festival @ Various Locations, Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph St. (all weekend), 333 W Wacker Dr (Thursday & Friday), 5720 W Chicago Ave (Saturday)Noon – 9:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Celebrate the Chicago born Blues tradition! SO WHAT: The Chicago Blues Festival is back with three days of amazing Blues musicians at Jay Priztker Pavilion and the North/South Chase Promandes and various satellite offerings. The festivalputs a spotlight on the diverse nature of the Blues as it has influenced countless of genres like soul, R&B, gospel, rock, hip hop and more.. Check out this year’s…

FREE

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

French Market @ Gallagher Way

June 9 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

French Market @ Gallagher Way

WHAT: A little taste of France in Wrigleyville! SO WHAT: French Market will be a perfect way to spend your Thursday evening with its casual, European flair and wide variety of vendors. Each day of the market will feature 20+ vendors! Whether your looking for some tasty treats, hand made goods, or just a good time in the setting summer sun, French Market is there for you! Plus there will be a kids craft corner to keep the kid's imaginations growing. You can bring your blanket on the grass or pick a patio table to sit back and enjoy the…

FREE

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

June 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier), 600 E. Grand Avenue, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, All Ages WHAT: Learn to dance in a beautiful outdoor stage SO WHAT: Navy Pier will be giving guests a little help on the dance floor this year with a series of free dance lessons on the Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage. Each week a different style of dance will be taught by some incredible instructors. After the focused lessons, the floor will be opened to free dance. NOW WHAT: Head over to Navy Pier and show off some newly acquired…

FREE

2 events, 10

12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 10 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

Chicago Blues Festival @ Various Locations, Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph St. (all weekend), 333 W Wacker Dr (Thursday & Friday), 5720 W Chicago Ave (Saturday)Noon – 9:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Celebrate the Chicago born Blues tradition! SO WHAT: The Chicago Blues Festival is back with three days of amazing Blues musicians at Jay Priztker Pavilion and the North/South Chase Promandes and various satellite offerings. The festivalputs a spotlight on the diverse nature of the Blues as it has influenced countless of genres like soul, R&B, gospel, rock, hip hop and more.. Check out this year’s…

FREE

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Andersonville Midsommarfest @ Clark from Foster to Catalpa,

June 10 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Andersonville Midsommarfest @ Clark from Foster to Catalpa,

Andersonville Midsommarfest @ Clark from Foster to Catalpa, Friday 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon - 10:00pm,All Ages WHAT: Following a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Andersonville Midsommarfest is back forits 56th year. SO WHAT: The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce is bringing the Andersonville Midsommarfest experience back to its in person glory. Experience over 50 musical and entertainment acts across five stages including Mother Nature, Dos Santos, Ratboys, the Waldos Fest Pop up and many more. There will also be plenty of activities for the kids and artisan selling their wares throughout the festival grounds! NOW…

$10

9 events, 11

10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Old Town Art Fair @ Old Town Triangle Historic District

June 11 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Old Town Art Fair @ Old Town Triangle Historic District

Main Gate1900 N Lincoln Avenue @ Old Town Triangle Historic District, Main Gate at 1900 N Lincoln Avenue, Saturday 10:00am – 7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am – 6:00pm, All Ages WHAT: The Old Town Art Fair is back! SO WHAT: Old Town Art Fair brings over 200 nationally acclaimed artists together for a wonderful market in the charming Old Town Triangle Historic District. In addition to all the great artists selling their work, you’ll have a chance to experience a Garden Walk, Live Music, Food Court and Children’s Corner! Check out their website for entry points into the fair and all the…

$12

10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division

June 11 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division, 1400 N Wells Street, Saturday 10:00am - 10:00pm, Sunday 10:00am – 9:00pm, all ages WHAT: The 47th year of this beautiful arts festival! SO WHAT: A diverse mix of over 125+ juried artists will be filling up this year’s Wells Street Art Festival with their incredible works! Other highlights include the myriad of neighborhood restaurants, excellent live music, and kids’ art activities so everyone has something fun to do at this fest! Check out full details at their website! NOW WHAT: The festival has a $10 suggested donation…

$10

12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 11 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

Chicago Blues Festival @ Various Locations, Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph St. (all weekend), 333 W Wacker Dr (Thursday & Friday), 5720 W Chicago Ave (Saturday)Noon – 9:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Celebrate the Chicago born Blues tradition! SO WHAT: The Chicago Blues Festival is back with three days of amazing Blues musicians at Jay Priztker Pavilion and the North/South Chase Promandes and various satellite offerings. The festivalputs a spotlight on the diverse nature of the Blues as it has influenced countless of genres like soul, R&B, gospel, rock, hip hop and more.. Check out this year’s…

FREE

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor

June 11 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor, Ravenswood and Berteau Avenues, Saturday Noon - 10:00pm, Sunday Noon - 6:00pm, WHAT: Craft brew from Malt Row! SO WHAT: Discover some new drinks or enjoy old favorites at Ravenswood on Tap! You'll get the chance to try brews from Malt Row including some special tappings,, experience some KOVAL Distillery cocktails, test your skills at some axe throwing, live music, local artisans, and some of Chicago’s favorite food vendors. Live music acts include Ovef Ow, The Tombalands, and more! Check out the full details of this excellent street fest at their website! NOW WHAT:…

$5 – $45

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park

June 11 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park, 1130 Midway Plaisance, Noon - 10:00pm, WHAT: Celebrate Hyde Park with some great music and local fare! SO WHAT: Originally named Hyde Park Brew Fest, this fun fest has grown and become a must attend event! The Hyde Park Summer Fest aims to celebrate the diversity of the neighborhood and city by providing a space to unplug and c create new experiences in one of Chicago’s most iconic neighborhoods. in addition to the great brews and food, there is a stellar lineup of music including DJ Jazzy Jeff, Busta Rhymes, Ashanti, Lupe…

$109 – $400

8 events, 12

10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division

June 12 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division, 1400 N Wells Street, Saturday 10:00am - 10:00pm, Sunday 10:00am – 9:00pm, all ages WHAT: The 47th year of this beautiful arts festival! SO WHAT: A diverse mix of over 125+ juried artists will be filling up this year’s Wells Street Art Festival with their incredible works! Other highlights include the myriad of neighborhood restaurants, excellent live music, and kids’ art activities so everyone has something fun to do at this fest! Check out full details at their website! NOW WHAT: The festival has a $10 suggested donation…

$10

11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Old Town Art Fair @ Old Town Triangle Historic District

June 12 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Old Town Art Fair @ Old Town Triangle Historic District

Main Gate1900 N Lincoln Avenue @ Old Town Triangle Historic District, Main Gate at 1900 N Lincoln Avenue, Saturday 10:00am – 7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am – 6:00pm, All Ages WHAT: The Old Town Art Fair is back! SO WHAT: Old Town Art Fair brings over 200 nationally acclaimed artists together for a wonderful market in the charming Old Town Triangle Historic District. In addition to all the great artists selling their work, you’ll have a chance to experience a Garden Walk, Live Music, Food Court and Children’s Corner! Check out their website for entry points into the fair and all the…

$12

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor

June 12 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor, Ravenswood and Berteau Avenues, Saturday Noon - 10:00pm, Sunday Noon - 6:00pm, WHAT: Craft brew from Malt Row! SO WHAT: Discover some new drinks or enjoy old favorites at Ravenswood on Tap! You'll get the chance to try brews from Malt Row including some special tappings,, experience some KOVAL Distillery cocktails, test your skills at some axe throwing, live music, local artisans, and some of Chicago’s favorite food vendors. Live music acts include Ovef Ow, The Tombalands, and more! Check out the full details of this excellent street fest at their website! NOW WHAT:…

$5 – $45

12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 12 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

Chicago Blues Festival @ Various Locations, Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph St. (all weekend), 333 W Wacker Dr (Thursday & Friday), 5720 W Chicago Ave (Saturday)Noon – 9:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Celebrate the Chicago born Blues tradition! SO WHAT: The Chicago Blues Festival is back with three days of amazing Blues musicians at Jay Priztker Pavilion and the North/South Chase Promandes and various satellite offerings. The festivalputs a spotlight on the diverse nature of the Blues as it has influenced countless of genres like soul, R&B, gospel, rock, hip hop and more.. Check out this year’s…

FREE

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park

June 12 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park, 1130 Midway Plaisance, Noon - 10:00pm, WHAT: Celebrate Hyde Park with some great music and local fare! SO WHAT: Originally named Hyde Park Brew Fest, this fun fest has grown and become a must attend event! The Hyde Park Summer Fest aims to celebrate the diversity of the neighborhood and city by providing a space to unplug and c create new experiences in one of Chicago’s most iconic neighborhoods. in addition to the great brews and food, there is a stellar lineup of music including DJ Jazzy Jeff, Busta Rhymes, Ashanti, Lupe…

$109 – $400

0 events, 13

1 event, 14

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

June 14 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave., 5:30PM WHAT: Enjoy an evening of free music on the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden SO WHAT: This annual summer performance series, hosted by Al Carter-Bey from WDCB 90.9 FM highlights artists from Chicago’s internationally renowned jazz community. With two sets of live music every night, food and beverages available for purchase, and area for you to spread out a picnic, this is a perfect way to spend your Tuesday nights this summer. Check out the lineup below and at their event page! June…

FREE

1 event, 15

9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 15 @ 9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, 9:00pm - 9:10pm WHAT: Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks all summer long SO WHAT: Take a trip to Navy Pier and check out their dazzling display of fireworks!. Each show features dramatic and popular music soundtracks with some special occasion soundtracks sprinkled throughout the season. NOW WHAT: It's free! Just make your way to Navy Pier, find a spot, and enjoy the show !

FREE

4 events, 16

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

June 16 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

WHAT: A Special celebration of Judy Garland! SO WHAT: On Judy Garland’s 99th birthday last year, the undeniable legend Rufus Wainwright performed a streamed concert of Rufus does Judy at Capitol Studios, which tackled the songs off tha amazing live album Judy at Carnegie Hall. This month, during what would have been Garland's 100th birthday, Wainwright is taking the show on the road with two stops in Chicago! Performing two shows each night, the sets will split up the album evenly with the early shows featuring songs between "When You're Smiling" to "San Francisco" and the late one "I Can't…

$85 – $115

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

June 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier), 600 E. Grand Avenue, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, All Ages WHAT: Learn to dance in a beautiful outdoor stage SO WHAT: Navy Pier will be giving guests a little help on the dance floor this year with a series of free dance lessons on the Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage. Each week a different style of dance will be taught by some incredible instructors. After the focused lessons, the floor will be opened to free dance. NOW WHAT: Head over to Navy Pier and show off some newly acquired…

FREE

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Bloomsday in Chicago 2022 @ Atlantic Bar & Grill

June 16 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Bloomsday in Chicago 2022 @ Atlantic Bar & Grill

Bloomsday in Chicago 2022 @ Atlantic Bar & Grill, 5062 N. Lincoln Ave., at 7pm WHAT: Bloomsday in Chicago, the annual celebration of James Joyce's Ulysses, is back after a two-year hiatus. Fans of James Joyce read from Joyce's novel during the 100th anniversary year of its publication. SO WHAT: Bloomsday celebrates the day in the life of Leopold Bloom covered in the novel. Playwright Jeff Helgeson hosts and directs. The event includes selections from "Dubliners Sung" by J.B. Parish and other musicians, an album in progress that sets Joyce's short stories to Celtic-flavored song and verse. The event is sponsored by the Puddin’head Press. NOW WHAT: Event…

FREE

8:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

June 16 @ 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

WHAT: A Special celebration of Judy Garland! SO WHAT: On Judy Garland’s 99th birthday last year, the undeniable legend Rufus Wainwright performed a streamed concert of Rufus does Judy at Capitol Studios, which tackled the songs off tha amazing live album Judy at Carnegie Hall. This month, during what would have been Garland's 100th birthday, Wainwright is taking the show on the road with two stops in Chicago! Performing two shows each night, the sets will split up the album evenly with the early shows featuring songs between "When You're Smiling" to "San Francisco" and the late one "I Can't…

$85 – $115

4 events, 17

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

June 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

WHAT: A Special celebration of Judy Garland! SO WHAT: On Judy Garland’s 99th birthday last year, the undeniable legend Rufus Wainwright performed a streamed concert of Rufus does Judy at Capitol Studios, which tackled the songs off tha amazing live album Judy at Carnegie Hall. This month, during what would have been Garland's 100th birthday, Wainwright is taking the show on the road with two stops in Chicago! Performing two shows each night, the sets will split up the album evenly with the early shows featuring songs between "When You're Smiling" to "San Francisco" and the late one "I Can't…

$85 – $115

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria

June 17 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria, 900 W Randolph St, Friday 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Another year of this iconic street festival SO WHAT: Taste of Randolph brings together some excellent names in Chicago dining, featuring over 16 restaurants exemplary for delectable menus and irresistibly unique flavors, for this delicious event! There will also be a curated a list of bands and musicians (including the biggest names in Chicago house music) performing on two stages and a DJ stage to entertain guests on their culinary trip down Randolph. Some of the…

$15

7:30 pm - 11:30 pm

The Strokes in Support Congressional Candidate Kina Collins @ Metro

June 17 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm

The Strokes in Support Congressional Candidate Kina Collins @ Metro

WHAT: By now you should be aware of Metro's ability to pull of fantastic, never-thought-I'd-ever see-it-again kinds of shows (last year's iconic Metallica show springs to mind). Well it's time for another one! SO WHAT: Metro just announced that they will be hosting Grammy Award winning and truly sensational rock band The Strokes, who will be playing a concert fundraiser and rally on June 17, 2022 in support of Kina Collins, gun violence prevention advocate and Democratic candidate for Congress in IL-07. This is a rare perfomance as it has been 20 years since The Strokes vistied the Metro stage!…

$170 – $200

8:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

June 17 @ 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Rufus Wainwright: Rufus Does Judy @ City Winery

WHAT: A Special celebration of Judy Garland! SO WHAT: On Judy Garland’s 99th birthday last year, the undeniable legend Rufus Wainwright performed a streamed concert of Rufus does Judy at Capitol Studios, which tackled the songs off tha amazing live album Judy at Carnegie Hall. This month, during what would have been Garland's 100th birthday, Wainwright is taking the show on the road with two stops in Chicago! Performing two shows each night, the sets will split up the album evenly with the early shows featuring songs between "When You're Smiling" to "San Francisco" and the late one "I Can't…

$85 – $115

5 events, 18

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Gold Coast Art Fair @ Butler Field in Grant Park

June 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Gold Coast Art Fair @ Butler Field in Grant Park

Gold Coast Art Fair @ Butler Field in Grant Park, S Lake Shore Dr & E Monroe St , 10:00am – 5:00pm WHAT: 64th year of Gold Coast Art Fair SO WHAT: Head out to Butler Field in Grant Park to see the work of over 200 juried artists from across the country. Artists will be displaying beautiful pieces in a variety of mediums including painting, photography, ceramics, furniture, jewelry, and more. There will also be plenty of art demonstrations, art talks, live music, delicious food and drinks, and more throughout the fair! NOW WHAT: Tickets are $10 for this…

11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Chicago Pride Fest @ Halsted St. and Waveland Ave.

June 18 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Chicago Pride Fest @ Halsted St. and Waveland Ave.

Chicago Pride Fest @ Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St., 11:00am – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: The official Chicago Pride Fest SO WHAT: No one celebrates Pride better than Northalsted! Chicago Pride Fest, held during National Pride Month, celebrates the LGBTQ+ achievements as a community in their annual two-day street festival leading up to Chicago’s world famous Pride Parade the following week. The event features tons of food and drinks, 150+ arts/crafts vendors, DJ’s and dancing, drag shows, pet parade, sponsored presence, games, giveaways and more. There is also three stages of artists performing throughout the fest…

$15

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash @ Douglass Park

June 18 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash @ Douglass Park

The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash @ Douglass Park, 1401 S Sacramento Dr, Noon – 9:45pm, All Ages WHAT: Pretty much every hip hop act you need to see SO WHAT: The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash is coming to Douglass Park with some of the most cutting edge and celebrated hip hop artists around. Seriously, look at this lineup! Nearly every slice of the hip hop genre is represented, so don’t miss out on this incredible festival! Headliners Lil Uzi Vert, Post Malone, and Playboy Carti are top-notch and the undercard features the likes of Rico Nasty, Ski Mask the Slump…

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria

June 18 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria, 900 W Randolph St, Friday 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Another year of this iconic street festival SO WHAT: Taste of Randolph brings together some excellent names in Chicago dining, featuring over 16 restaurants exemplary for delectable menus and irresistibly unique flavors, for this delicious event! There will also be a curated a list of bands and musicians (including the biggest names in Chicago house music) performing on two stages and a DJ stage to entertain guests on their culinary trip down Randolph. Some of the…

$15

10:00 pm - 10:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 18 @ 10:00 pm - 10:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, 10:00pm - 10:10pm WHAT: Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks all summer long SO WHAT: Take a trip to Navy Pier and check out their dazzling display of fireworks!. Each show features dramatic and popular music soundtracks with some special occasion soundtracks sprinkled throughout the season. NOW WHAT: It's free! Just make your way to Navy Pier, find a spot, and enjoy the show !

FREE

4 events, 19

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Gold Coast Art Fair @ Butler Field in Grant Park

June 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Gold Coast Art Fair @ Butler Field in Grant Park

Gold Coast Art Fair @ Butler Field in Grant Park, S Lake Shore Dr & E Monroe St , 10:00am – 5:00pm WHAT: 64th year of Gold Coast Art Fair SO WHAT: Head out to Butler Field in Grant Park to see the work of over 200 juried artists from across the country. Artists will be displaying beautiful pieces in a variety of mediums including painting, photography, ceramics, furniture, jewelry, and more. There will also be plenty of art demonstrations, art talks, live music, delicious food and drinks, and more throughout the fair! NOW WHAT: Tickets are $10 for this…

11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Chicago Pride Fest @ Halsted St. and Waveland Ave.

June 19 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Chicago Pride Fest @ Halsted St. and Waveland Ave.

Chicago Pride Fest @ Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St., 11:00am – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: The official Chicago Pride Fest SO WHAT: No one celebrates Pride better than Northalsted! Chicago Pride Fest, held during National Pride Month, celebrates the LGBTQ+ achievements as a community in their annual two-day street festival leading up to Chicago’s world famous Pride Parade the following week. The event features tons of food and drinks, 150+ arts/crafts vendors, DJ’s and dancing, drag shows, pet parade, sponsored presence, games, giveaways and more. There is also three stages of artists performing throughout the fest…

$15

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash @ Douglass Park

June 19 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash @ Douglass Park

The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash @ Douglass Park, 1401 S Sacramento Dr, Noon – 9:45pm, All Ages WHAT: Pretty much every hip hop act you need to see SO WHAT: The Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash is coming to Douglass Park with some of the most cutting edge and celebrated hip hop artists around. Seriously, look at this lineup! Nearly every slice of the hip hop genre is represented, so don’t miss out on this incredible festival! Headliners Lil Uzi Vert, Post Malone, and Playboy Carti are top-notch and the undercard features the likes of Rico Nasty, Ski Mask the Slump…

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria

June 19 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria

Taste of Randolph @ Randolph at Peoria, 900 W Randolph St, Friday 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Another year of this iconic street festival SO WHAT: Taste of Randolph brings together some excellent names in Chicago dining, featuring over 16 restaurants exemplary for delectable menus and irresistibly unique flavors, for this delicious event! There will also be a curated a list of bands and musicians (including the biggest names in Chicago house music) performing on two stages and a DJ stage to entertain guests on their culinary trip down Randolph. Some of the…

$15

0 events, 20

1 event, 21

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

June 21 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave., 5:30PM WHAT: Enjoy an evening of free music on the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden SO WHAT: This annual summer performance series, hosted by Al Carter-Bey from WDCB 90.9 FM highlights artists from Chicago’s internationally renowned jazz community. With two sets of live music every night, food and beverages available for purchase, and area for you to spread out a picnic, this is a perfect way to spend your Tuesday nights this summer. Check out the lineup below and at their event page! June…

FREE

1 event, 22

9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 22 @ 9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, 9:00pm - 9:10pm WHAT: Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks all summer long SO WHAT: Take a trip to Navy Pier and check out their dazzling display of fireworks!. Each show features dramatic and popular music soundtracks with some special occasion soundtracks sprinkled throughout the season. NOW WHAT: It's free! Just make your way to Navy Pier, find a spot, and enjoy the show !

FREE

3 events, 23

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

French Market @ Gallagher Way

June 23 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

French Market @ Gallagher Way

WHAT: A little taste of France in Wrigleyville! SO WHAT: French Market will be a perfect way to spend your Thursday evening with its casual, European flair and wide variety of vendors. Each day of the market will feature 20+ vendors! Whether your looking for some tasty treats, hand made goods, or just a good time in the setting summer sun, French Market is there for you! Plus there will be a kids craft corner to keep the kid's imaginations growing. You can bring your blanket on the grass or pick a patio table to sit back and enjoy the…

FREE

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

June 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier), 600 E. Grand Avenue, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, All Ages WHAT: Learn to dance in a beautiful outdoor stage SO WHAT: Navy Pier will be giving guests a little help on the dance floor this year with a series of free dance lessons on the Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage. Each week a different style of dance will be taught by some incredible instructors. After the focused lessons, the floor will be opened to free dance. NOW WHAT: Head over to Navy Pier and show off some newly acquired…

FREE

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Billboard by WBEZ’s Natalie Y. Moore @ Abbott Hall at Northwestern University

June 23 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Billboard by WBEZ’s Natalie Y. Moore @ Abbott Hall at Northwestern University

The Billboard by WBEZ’s Natalie Y. Moore @ Abbott Hall at Northwestern University, 710 N. Lakeshore Dr. , June 23-July 17, 2022 WHAT: Reproductive justice on Chicago’s South Side. SO WHAT: On the precipice of SCOTUS likely overturning Roe, The Billboard presents an in-depth look at reproductive rights set at a fictional women’s clinic in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, where politicians weaponize women’s bodily autonomy to forward their careers. The Vagina Monologues creator V (formerly Eve Ensler), said “The Billboard is a provocative and timely play ripe with the political complexities and nuances of our times.” #TrustBlackWomen NOW WHAT: Tickets are $25 and available at 16thStreetTheater.org and 708-795-6704. Vaccination proof and masks are…

4 events, 24

3:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Michelada Fest 2022 @ Harrison Park

June 24 @ 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Michelada Fest 2022 @ Harrison Park

Chicago Michelada Fest @ Harrison Park, 1824 S Wood St, All ages WHAT: A tasty fest in Harrison Park SO WHAT: The Chicago Michelada Fest is a beer, food, music, and cultural celebration. In addition to plentiful styles of the iconic mixed drink and general festivities, there will also be tons of music throughout the weekend including Bronco, Pablo Montero, and many more! NOW WHAT: Check out all the details at their event page! Single day tickets start at $50 and three day passes start at $100!

$50 – $300

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Is A Drag Festival @ Cheetah Gym Parking

June 24 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Is A Drag Festival @ Cheetah Gym Parking

Chicago Is A Drag Festival @ Cheetah Gym Parking, 5248 N. Clark St., 4:00pm - 10:00pm, 21+ WHAT: The wait is over, the Chicago Is A Drag Festival is back SO WHAT: After their sold out debut in 2019 followed be a digital edition in 2020, Chicago Is A Drag Festival returns for an in person, outdoor event to celebrate Pride month! Head over to this fantastic event with a lineup over 40 of star studded kings, queens, and queer performers from Chicago and beyond! NOW WHAT: Tickets are currently $30 for GA and $50 for VIP! Masks and proof…

$30 – $50

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park

June 24 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park, 3150 W Logan Blvd, Friday 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Art and music in the heart of Logan Square at the intersection of Milwaukee and Kedzie avenues and Logan Boulevard. SO WHAT: The Logan Square circle will once again be welcoming the best live music, art, crafts, comedy, kids activities, and more for the Logan Square Arts Festival! As always, the art on display looks amazing and the music lineup looks great with impressive acts including Late Nite Laundry, Combo Chimbita, Man Man, Sarah…

FREE

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

River North Live @ River Park at theMART

June 24 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

River North Live @ River Park at theMART

River North Live @ River Park at theMART, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Friday 5:00pm -10:00pm, Saturday 4:00pm - 8:00pm, WHAT: The first-ever River North Live Music Festival SO WHAT: River North Live is a new music festival offering up some great food and incredible music; all against the back drop of the riverfront. The lineup features a nice mix of artists including The Calling, an emo and pop punk DJ Emo Night Brooklyn, Kalamazoo-based indie rocker Michigander, Baysik featuring Brendan Bayliss and Ryan Stasik of Umphrey’s McGee, and more. NOW WHAT: Tickets start at $10 per day, $20 for the…

$10 – $50

9 events, 25

11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Chicago Food Truck Festival @ 2300 S Indiana Ave

June 25 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Chicago Food Truck Festival @ 2300 S Indiana Ave

Chicago Food Truck Festival @ 2300 S Indiana Ave, 11:00am – 7:00pm, All ages WHAT: Chicago Food Truck Festival is ready for a fall gathering of delicious food~ SO WHAT: Join the Chicago Food Truck Festival as they start up their 9th season with a nice variety of mobile chefs! Try a little bit of everything as you enjoy some fun games alongside a refreshing drink! NOW WHAT: Admission is free with event reservation here!

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park

June 25 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park, 3150 W Logan Blvd, Friday 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Art and music in the heart of Logan Square at the intersection of Milwaukee and Kedzie avenues and Logan Boulevard. SO WHAT: The Logan Square circle will once again be welcoming the best live music, art, crafts, comedy, kids activities, and more for the Logan Square Arts Festival! As always, the art on display looks amazing and the music lineup looks great with impressive acts including Late Nite Laundry, Combo Chimbita, Man Man, Sarah…

FREE

12:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Navy Pier Pride @ Navy Pier

June 25 @ 12:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Navy Pier Pride @ Navy Pier

Navy Pier Pride @ Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Noon – 10:25, All Ages WHAT: Celebrate Pride weekend at the pier! SO WHAT: Join Navy Pier for a big Pride celebration featuring a full day of live music, dancing, artistic performances, and activities throughout the Pier!! The event schedule is still TBA, but head over to their event page for updates! NOW WHAT: This event is free!

FREE

2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Michelada Fest 2022 @ Harrison Park

June 25 @ 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Michelada Fest 2022 @ Harrison Park

Chicago Michelada Fest @ Harrison Park, 1824 S Wood St, All ages WHAT: A tasty fest in Harrison Park SO WHAT: The Chicago Michelada Fest is a beer, food, music, and cultural celebration. In addition to plentiful styles of the iconic mixed drink and general festivities, there will also be tons of music throughout the weekend including Bronco, Pablo Montero, and many more! NOW WHAT: Check out all the details at their event page! Single day tickets start at $50 and three day passes start at $100!

$50 – $300

2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Pride in the Park @ Butler Field, Grant Park

June 25 @ 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Pride in the Park @ Butler Field, Grant Park

Pride in the Park @ Butler Field, Grant Park, 377 E Monroe St, Saturday 2:00pm -10:00pm, Sunday 3:00pm -10:00pm, all ages WHAT: Pride in the Park is back! SO WHAT: Pride in the Park will bring together music, performers, activist speakers, art, food, amazing views of the city, and fun activations for you to enjoy over the last weekend of Pride month! The lineup includes The Chainsmokers, Alesso, Rebecca Black, Saucy Santana and so many more! Check out their full lineup and schedule over at their website! NOW WHAT: Tickets start at $50 for Sunday, $45 for Sunday, and $95…

$45 – $325

8 events, 26

11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Chicago Food Truck Festival @ 2300 S Indiana Ave

June 26 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Chicago Food Truck Festival @ 2300 S Indiana Ave

Chicago Food Truck Festival @ 2300 S Indiana Ave, 11:00am – 7:00pm, All ages WHAT: Chicago Food Truck Festival is ready for a fall gathering of delicious food~ SO WHAT: Join the Chicago Food Truck Festival as they start up their 9th season with a nice variety of mobile chefs! Try a little bit of everything as you enjoy some fun games alongside a refreshing drink! NOW WHAT: Admission is free with event reservation here!

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Chicago Vinyl Connection 009: Northside @ Emporium Arcade Bar Logan Square

June 26 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Chicago Vinyl Connection 009: Northside @ Emporium Arcade Bar Logan Square

Chicago Vinyl Connection 009: Northside @ Emporium Arcade Bar Logan Square, 2363 N Milwaukee Ave., Noon – 5:00pm, WHAT: A vinyl pop up at a great arcade bar SO WHAT: Chicago Vinyl Connection is back for 2022 with a nice lineup of vendor selling some choice slabs of wax. Presented by Miyagi Records & South Rhodes Records, this vinyl market will feature amazing record dealers like Conservatory Vintage & Vinyl, Del Pueblo Records, Imperial Records, No Requests, Third Hand Records, and Wild Prairie Vintage & Vinyl! there will also be vintage items from Wild Prairie, NotNotSry, Tiny Opal Vintage, and …

FREE

12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park

June 26 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park

Logan Square Arts Festival 2022 @ Logan Square Park, 3150 W Logan Blvd, Friday 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 10:00pm, All Ages WHAT: Art and music in the heart of Logan Square at the intersection of Milwaukee and Kedzie avenues and Logan Boulevard. SO WHAT: The Logan Square circle will once again be welcoming the best live music, art, crafts, comedy, kids activities, and more for the Logan Square Arts Festival! As always, the art on display looks amazing and the music lineup looks great with impressive acts including Late Nite Laundry, Combo Chimbita, Man Man, Sarah…

FREE

2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Michelada Fest 2022 @ Harrison Park

June 26 @ 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Chicago Michelada Fest 2022 @ Harrison Park

Chicago Michelada Fest @ Harrison Park, 1824 S Wood St, All ages WHAT: A tasty fest in Harrison Park SO WHAT: The Chicago Michelada Fest is a beer, food, music, and cultural celebration. In addition to plentiful styles of the iconic mixed drink and general festivities, there will also be tons of music throughout the weekend including Bronco, Pablo Montero, and many more! NOW WHAT: Check out all the details at their event page! Single day tickets start at $50 and three day passes start at $100!

$50 – $300

3:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Pride in the Park @ Butler Field, Grant Park

June 26 @ 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Pride in the Park @ Butler Field, Grant Park

Pride in the Park @ Butler Field, Grant Park, 377 E Monroe St, Saturday 2:00pm -10:00pm, Sunday 3:00pm -10:00pm, all ages WHAT: Pride in the Park is back! SO WHAT: Pride in the Park will bring together music, performers, activist speakers, art, food, amazing views of the city, and fun activations for you to enjoy over the last weekend of Pride month! The lineup includes The Chainsmokers, Alesso, Rebecca Black, Saucy Santana and so many more! Check out their full lineup and schedule over at their website! NOW WHAT: Tickets start at $50 for Sunday, $45 for Sunday, and $95…

$45 – $325

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5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

June 28 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave., 5:30PM WHAT: Enjoy an evening of free music on the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden SO WHAT: This annual summer performance series, hosted by Al Carter-Bey from WDCB 90.9 FM highlights artists from Chicago’s internationally renowned jazz community. With two sets of live music every night, food and beverages available for purchase, and area for you to spread out a picnic, this is a perfect way to spend your Tuesday nights this summer. Check out the lineup below and at their event page! June…

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9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 29 @ 9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, 9:00pm - 9:10pm WHAT: Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks all summer long SO WHAT: Take a trip to Navy Pier and check out their dazzling display of fireworks!. Each show features dramatic and popular music soundtracks with some special occasion soundtracks sprinkled throughout the season. NOW WHAT: It's free! Just make your way to Navy Pier, find a spot, and enjoy the show !

FREE

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6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

June 30 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier), 600 E. Grand Avenue, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, All Ages WHAT: Learn to dance in a beautiful outdoor stage SO WHAT: Navy Pier will be giving guests a little help on the dance floor this year with a series of free dance lessons on the Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage. Each week a different style of dance will be taught by some incredible instructors. After the focused lessons, the floor will be opened to free dance. NOW WHAT: Head over to Navy Pier and show off some newly acquired…

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10:00 pm - 10:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

July 2 @ 10:00 pm - 10:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, 10:00pm - 10:10pm WHAT: Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks all summer long SO WHAT: Take a trip to Navy Pier and check out their dazzling display of fireworks!. Each show features dramatic and popular music soundtracks with some special occasion soundtracks sprinkled throughout the season. NOW WHAT: It's free! Just make your way to Navy Pier, find a spot, and enjoy the show !

FREE

May 29

All day

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Gene Siskel Film Center & Their Website’s Streaming Platform

May 29 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival @ Sheffield from Belmont to Roscoe St.

May 29 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mayfestiversary 2022 @ Dovetail Brewery

May 29 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Festival Mole de Mayo 2022 @ Pilsen on 18th Street Between Ashland & Blue Island

May 29 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sueños: El Festival Latino @ Grant Park

May 30

Chicago Japan Film Collective Film Festival @ Their Website’s Streaming Platform

There are no events on this day.

June 1

June 1 @ 8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

June 1 @ 9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 2

June 2 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Skyline Sessions @ Navy Pier: Wave Wall Staircase

June 2 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

June 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

June 2 @ 8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

June 3

June 3 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

June 3 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

June 3 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

June 3 @ 8:45 pm - 11:59 pm

ChiTown Movies @ Pilsen Neighborhood

June 4

June 4 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

75th Annual 57th Street Art Fair @ 57th & Hyde Park

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

June 4 @ 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

June 5

June 5 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

75th Annual 57th Street Art Fair @ 57th & Hyde Park

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Windy City Hot Dog Fest @ Six Corners

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Do Division Street Fest @ Division, between Damen & Leavitt

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Lincoln Park Greek Fest @ St George Greek Orthodox Church

June 5 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Maifest 2022 @ Lincoln Square

There are no events on this day.

June 7

June 7 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

June 8

June 8 @ 9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

Summer Fireworks @ Navy Pier

June 9

June 9 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

FIESTAS PATRONALES Puertorriqueñas 2022 @ Humboldt Park

June 9 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 9 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

French Market @ Gallagher Way

June 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pier Dance @ Polk Bros Performance Lawn City Stage (Navy Pier)

June 10

June 10 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 10 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Andersonville Midsommarfest @ Clark from Foster to Catalpa,

June 11

June 11 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Old Town Art Fair @ Old Town Triangle Historic District

June 11 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division

June 11 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 11 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor

June 11 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park

June 12

June 12 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Wells Street Art Festival @ Wells St. Between North Ave. and Division

June 12 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Old Town Art Fair @ Old Town Triangle Historic District

June 12 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ravenswood on Tap @ Ravenswood Corridor

June 12 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Chicago Blues Festival @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park

June 12 @ 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hyde Park Summer Fest @ Midway Plaisance Park

There are no events on this day.

June 14

June 14 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesdays on the Terrace @ Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

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