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Event Series Chicago Blues Festival

Chicago Blues Festival

Millennium Park New Michigan Avenue and Washington Street, Chicago, IL, United States

With a diverse lineup celebrating the blues’ past, present and future, the Chicago Blues Festival shares the great Chicago-born music tradition while shining a spotlight on the genre’s contributions to soul, R&B, gospel, rock, hip hop and more.

Free
Event Series Artisan Market

Artisan Market

Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, United States

The Oak Brook Artisan Market is returning to Oakbrook Center for two outdoor markets in 2023. Meet and shop the Midwest's finest artisans in fashion, food, home goods + art on Saturday, June 10 from 10am to 6pm, Sunday, June 11 from 11am to 6pm, Saturday, September 30 from 10am to 6pm, and Sunday, October...

Free
Event Series Midsommarfest

Midsommarfest

Swedish American Museum 5211 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

For three nights and two days, this vibrant and diverse community will bring together over 75,000 people to celebrate a proud Swedish summer tradition with eclectic music, great vendors, food and free kids’ activities. Midsommarfest kicks off Friday, June 9, 5 p.m. -10 p.m. from Catalpa to Foster and continues Saturday, June 10 and Sunday,...

Free
Event Series West Fest

West Fest

Maine West High School 1755 S Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL, United States

Kiddie Midway, Spectacular Rides, Family Favorites. Unlimited Ride Specials.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer Festivals.

Juneteenth Festival

Fifth Third Arena 1801 W Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States

This second annual event brings awareness to the African-American culture, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans. The festivities will offer a time to reflect on history, support local businesses, learn about health and wellness, and introduce hockey to an underrepresented community within the sport. Fifth Third Arena's Juneteenth Festival is free and open to the...

Event Series Chicago Blues Festival

Chicago Blues Festival

Millennium Park New Michigan Avenue and Washington Street, Chicago, IL, United States

With a diverse lineup celebrating the blues’ past, present and future, the Chicago Blues Festival shares the great Chicago-born music tradition while shining a spotlight on the genre’s contributions to soul, R&B, gospel, rock, hip hop and more.

Free

Juneteenth Community Picnic

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

We are gathering as a community to celebrate African-American culture and the historical significance of Juneteenth. Picnic attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the cultural heritage of Juneteenth through music, art and other activities. This event is free with reservations to the Conservatory. Community members can also register for a β€œPicnic Pack” (sandwich,...

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