Chicago Metro Area

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Address:	Chicago, IL

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Every Mon 3:00p	Edgewater Monday Market. Held at Broadway Armory parking lot 5917 North Broadway. This farmer's market will feature more than 40 vendors, including food,… (Retail - Farmer's Market)
Every Tue 7:00a Every Thu 3:00p	Lincoln Square Farmers Market. With 50 vendors, the market connects local farmers, artisans, and food vendors to the Northside of Chicago at 4513 North Lincoln… (Retail - Farmer's Market)
Every Wed 2:30p	Uptown Farmers Market. Meet and shop local farmers and producers at this outdoor venue. Locally made foods, fresh produce, and baked goods from vendors… (Retail - Flea Market)
Every Sun 8:00a	Wicker Park Farmers Market. Shop locally grown food from farmers, organic fruits and vegetables, wellness products, baked goods, and artisan goods, plus fre… (Retail - Flea Market)
06/01/26 12:00p	Maifest Chicago. A German Festival that features live German bands, traditional dancing, and a variety of food and beverage options, including br… (Festivals - Cultural)
06/05/26 5:00p 06/06/26 12:00p 06/07/26 12:00p	Ribfest Chicago. Featuring top BBQ vendors competing for 'Best Ribs' and 'People's Choice' awards, live music, a kids' area, and bourbon / whiske… (Festivals - Culinary) 773-525-3609.
06/05/26 5:00p 06/06/26 12:00p 06/07/26 12:00p	Lincoln Park Greek Fest. This annual three-day festival, held at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, celebrates Greek culture with authentic cuisine, live… (Festivals - Cultural)
06/06/26 11:00a 06/07/26 10:00a	57th Street Art Fair. Held in Hyde Park between Kenwood and Woodlawn Avenues, this historic fair is perfect for art lovers of all levels. Browse uniq… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
06/07/26 10:00a	The Great Bake Walk. This event invites you to explore our vibrant neighborhood while sampling delicious baked goods from a variety of local bakeries… (Festivals - Culinary)
06/12/26 5:00p 06/13/26 12:00p 06/14/26 12:00p	Midsommarfest. Midsommarfest will transport you back to the old-world Swedish traditions. Dance around the Maypole, test flavorful internationa… (Festivals)
06/13/26 10:00a 06/14/26 10:00a	Old Town Art Fair. Annual art fair hosts 200+ nationally acclaimed artists, a Garden Walk, live music, food area & kid's corner inside the beautifu… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair) 312-337-1938.
06/13/26 10:00a 06/14/26 10:00a	Wells Street Art Festival. Explore over 175 juried artists showcasing a diverse range of artwork. Savor flavorful dishes from top Old Town restaurants and… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
06/19/26 5:00p 06/20/26 12:00p 06/21/26 12:00p	Taste of Randolph. A three-day premier street cross-cultural celebration will mix extraordinary food, brilliant artisans and diverse musical offeri… (Festivals)
06/19/26 12:00p 06/20/26 12:00p 06/21/26 12:00p	Fiesta Back of the Yards. Fiesta Back of the Yards held on Ashland Avenue from 45th to 47th Street, celebrates community with live music, dance, carnival… (Festivals - Cultural)
06/20/26 11:00a 06/21/26 11:00a	Chicago Pride Fest. This two-day festival in Chicago's Northalsted neighborhood celebrates LGBTQ+ culture with live music on three stages, drag show… (Festivals)
06/24/26 5:00p	Flavors of Albany Park. Annual event showcasing local businesses where guests sample bites and sweets. A passport-style ticket to sample diverse cuisine… (Festivals - Culinary)
06/26/26 5:00p 06/27/26 11:00a	Chicago Taco & Tequila Fest. Tasting event features tacos, tequila, margaritas, and a throwback hip-hop festival with live music. Enjoy street tacos, craft m… (Festivals - Cultural)
06/26/26 12:00p 06/27/26 12:00p 06/28/26 12:00p	Logan Square Arts Festival. Held at the Logan Square traffic circle (Milwaukee, Fullerton, and Kedzie), this festival features live music, art installations… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
06/27/26 10:00a 06/28/26 10:00a	Millennium Art Festival. An array of artwork, including paintings, ceramics, photography, and furniture, showcases the talents of more than 110 juried ar… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
06/28/26 11:00a	Chicago Pride Parade. An annual celebration featuring floats, marching bands, performers, and community groups honoring LGBTQ+ pride & visibility. The… (Festivals - Parade)
07/04/26 9:00p	Glen Ellyn's 4th of July. Glen Ellyn lights up the skyline celebrating. Grab your blanket and be awed by this star spangled spectacle of fireworks. Held a… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party)
07/04/26 10:00a	Aurora 4th Of July Parade. Starting at Benton & Broadway, the parade travels along Broadway (Rt. 25) and Downer Place, ending on Middle Avenue. Expect patr… (Festivals - Parade)
07/11/26 10:00a 07/12/26 10:00a	Southport Art Festival. The two-day festival will showcase some of the city's best and most diverse artists. A special kid's area has been designed with… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
07/17/26 5:00p 07/18/26 12:00p 07/19/26 12:00p	Tacos and Tamales Festival. Honors Chicago's Latin cultures through food, lively music, colorful art, and dynamic dance performances. Street cantinas add to… (Festivals - Cultural)
07/17/26 5:00p 07/18/26 11:00a 07/19/26 11:00a	Roscoe Village Burger Fest. Sample creative burgers from local restaurants, enjoy live music, browse arts & crafts, and kids zone. Don't forget to vote for… (Festivals - Culinary)
07/17/26 5:00p 07/18/26 11:00a	Taste of River North. Enjoy a mix of food and drink vendors, live music, kids zone and entertainment at this lively event. Sample signature dishes fro… (Festivals - Culinary)
07/24/26 4:00p 07/25/26 11:00a 07/26/26 11:00a	Taste of Lincoln Avenue. Annual street fest on Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Park features food from local eateries, live music on multiple stages, arts and… (Festivals - Culinary)
07/24/26 4:00p 07/25/26 12:00p 07/26/26 12:00p	Algonquin Fest. A celebration of the village's heritage, bringing the community together at Spella Park for family-friendly fun and live enterta… (Festivals - Carnival / Fair)
07/25/26 11:00a 07/26/26 10:00a	Chinatown Summer Fair. Street festival kicks off with a lion dance procession at 12:30pm. Enjoy cultural performances, kung fu demos, food tastings fro… (Festivals - Cultural)
07/25/26 5:00p 07/26/26 12:00p 07/27/26 12:00p	Wicker Park Fest. A three-day summer street fest in Chicago on Milwaukee Avenue (between Damen Avenue and Wolcott Avenue), showcasing local art, f… (Festivals)
08/07/26 08/07/26 5:00p 08/08/26 More...	Northalsted Market Days. A LGBTQ+ celebration in Chicago's historic Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood. Features non-stop live music on five stages, over… (Festivals)
08/14/26 6:00p 08/15/26 11:00a 08/16/26 11:00a	Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest. A street art fair with over 130 artist-vendors, & live entertainment on three outdoor stages featuring over 40 acts. Experience… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
08/21/26 08/22/26 08/23/26	Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest. Takes place in Chicago Gaelic Park, a three-day celebration of Irish music, dance, and culture. It features 40+ performances, in… (Festivals - Cultural)
08/21/26 4:00p 08/22/26 11:00a 08/23/26 11:00a	Lakeview Taco Fest. The fest offers a lively mix of beer and taco pairings, featuring seasonal brews that perfectly complement the flavorful fare. T… (Festivals - Culinary)
08/22/26 7:00a 08/23/26 6:00a	Chicago Triathlon. Offering sprint and international distance courses throughtout the weekend. These races, held in downtown Chicago, begin at Monr… (Health & Fitness)
08/28/26 4:00p 08/29/26 11:00a 08/30/26 11:00a	Taste of Greektown. Annual Taste of Greektown brings Mediterranean flavor and festive energy to Halsted Street in Chicago's West Loop. Enjoy authent… (Festivals - Cultural)
09/06/26 6:30a	Bike the Drive. An annual bike ride that closes Chicago's DuSable Lake Shore Drive to cars and opens it to cyclists for a few hours. After the r… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit)
09/11/26 5:00p 09/12/26 12:00p 09/13/26 12:00p	Chicago German-American Oktoberfest. Celebrate German culture with traditional food, beer, live music, dancing, carnival games, a festive parade, and a kid-friendly… (Festivals - Beer)
09/12/26 10:00a 09/13/26 10:00a	Printers Row Lit Fest. Enjoy an outdoor literary festival featuring author talks, readings, and literary events on multiple stages, plus hundreds of bo… (Festivals)
09/13/26 11:00a 09/14/26 11:00a	Ravenswood ArtWalk Tour of Arts and Industry. The Ravenswood ArtWalk (RAW) features open studios, pop-up performances, an outdoor market with 80+ makers, live music, a beer g… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
09/18/26 5:00p 09/19/26 12:00p 09/20/26 12:00p	Retro on Roscoe. Walk down Roscoe Street in Roscoe Village and enjoy the throwback atmosphere with music from across the decades on multiple stag… (Festivals)
09/19/26 12:00p 09/20/26 12:00p	West Loop Art Fest. highlights diverse art forms, including paintings, sculptures, jewelry, & crafts, with artists showcasing and selling their work… (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair)
09/26/26 12:00p 09/27/26 1:00p	Hyde Park Jazz Festival. Hyde Park Jazz Festival turns Chicago's South Side into a jazz haven, this two-day event unites top-tier jazz artists, emerging…
10/02/26 3:00p 10/03/26 9:00a 10/04/26 9:00a	Lincoln Square Apple Fest. Held each fall in Chicago's Lincoln Square, this harvest-themed festival celebrates the season with apples, local vendors, food… (Festivals)
10/08/26 6:00p 10/09/26 9:00a 10/10/26 10:00aMore...	Chicago Fashion Week. Chicago Fashion Week includes more than 50 events across the Chicagoland area. Features runway shows, retail pop-ups, and educat… (Retail - Fashion Show / Fair) 217-504-1905.
10/09/26 5:00p 10/10/26 11:00a 10/11/26 11:00a	Lincoln Park Wine Fest. At Jonquil Park, enjoy wine tastings from various producers, delicious food pairings, live music, and multiple sessions througho… (Festivals - Wine Tasting)
10/09/26 5:00p 10/10/26 11:00a 10/11/26 11:00a	Lincoln Park Wine Festival. A 3-day outdoor event held each fall at Jonquil Park in Chicago, featuring curated wine tastings, food pairings, live music, and… (Festivals - Wine Tasting)
10/24/26 9:00a	Halloween Hustle 5k. Grab your fa-boo-lous ghoulfriends and boofriends and register today for this Halloween themed race. Come for the 5k, stay for t… (Health - Fundraiser Walk / Run / Bike)
10/24/26 6:00p	Arts in the Dark. Annual Halloween parade in Chicago highlights the city's creative spirit with eye-catching floats, giant puppets, and vibrant ar… (Festivals - Parade)
10/31/26 7:30p	Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade. A high-energy, LGBTQ-friendly celebration on Halsted Street (Belmont to Brompton) featuring a costumed parade, live performances… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party)
11/26/26 8:00a	Chicago Thanksgiving Parade. Held on State Street in downtown Chicago, this Thanksgiving parade features marching bands, giant balloons, and festive floats,… (Festivals - Parade)

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