SUMMER NAVY PIER FIREWORKS May – August Navy Pier It’s not summer in Chicago without this dazzling fireworks display lighting up the lakefront. MAXWELL STREET MARKET May – October Maxwell Street A local tradition since 1912, this sprawling alfresco market features a mix of crafts, live music, artists, food vendors, and more. LOGAN SQUARE ARTS FESTIVAL June Logan Square Held in the heart of Logan Square, this art-focused fest also includes local foods and performers. CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL June 5 – 8 Millennium Park A genre with deep Chicago roots, blues is the star of this outdoor summer festival that attracts some of music’s biggest names. RIBFEST June 6 – 8 North Center In the North Center neighborhood, this annual food festival draws more than 60,000 attendees with the sweet smell of barbecue. MIDSOMMARFEST June 13 – 15 Andersonville The Andersonville neighborhood celebrates its Swedish roots and LGBTQ+ pride with live music, drag shows, artisans, and food and drink. CHICAGO PRIDE FEST & PARADE June 21 – 22 & June 29 Northalsted This joyful celebration of LGBTQ+ community and culture takes place in the nation’s oldest official gay neighborhood. SUNDAYS ON STATE June/July State Street This summer event series turns one of Chicago’s most iconic Loop streets into a giant block party, with food, drinks, shopping, art, and more. SUMMERDANCE June – September Citywide Learn some new moves or just enjoy the music when this summer event series turns Chicago parks into open-air dance floors. FIESTA DEL SOL July Pilsen This family-friendly festival has been celebrating Mexican culture and music in the Pilsen neighborhood for more than 50 years. CHINATOWN SUMMER FAIR July Chinatown Immerse yourself in Chinese culture at this annual celebration, featuring cuisine, lion dances, kung fu demonstrations, and more. NASCAR CHICAGO STREET RACE WEEKEND July 5 – 6 Loop Hear the roar of the engines as NASCAR takes over downtown Chicago for this one-of-a-kind street race. Lollapalooza 10 choosechicago.com
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