Chicago renters are making their way to the telltale events of spring and summer, with block parties starting and more farmers' markets kicking off. Below is a list of some outdoor events that renters can find during their summer explorations of Chicago.
Boystown Street Festivals
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Northalsted Market Days August 10 - 11, 2024
Live music is featured at this 3-day event that bills itself as "the largest street festival in the Midwest" while celebrating life, diversity, and community. Proceeds from the event go towards the Center on Halsted, a community center for Chicago's LGBTQ+ population. -
Chicago Pride Fest June 22 - 23, 2024
The three-day street festival leading to the Chicago Pride Parade will return to N. Halsted St. in June to celebrate the city's LGBTQIA+ community.
Lakeview Street Festivals
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Southport Art Fest July 13 - 14, 2024
During this summer festival, attendees will see the Southport Corridor in all its splendor, bringing fine arts, great food, and live music together along Waveland Ave and Southport Ave. -
Octoberfest Chicago September 27 - 29, 2024
Grab that lederhosen and dust off the Alpine caps because it's time to raise a glass and say, "Prost!" This Bavarian-themed block party is on the cusp of celebrating three decades in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood.
Lincoln Park Street Festivals
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Taste of Lincoln Avenue July 26-28, 2024
Live musical performances mingle with food, arts/crafts vendors, and fun for the whole family at this popular street festival on N. Lincoln Ave between Fullerton and Wrightwood. It sounds like a classic formula for a good Chicago block party. -
Lincoln Park Wine Fest October 4-6, 2024
Jonquil Park will host this festive fall gathering, allowing guests to kick back with excellent wine tastings. We could all use an opportunity to relax .
Hyde Park Street Festivals
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Hyde Park Jazz Festival September 28-29, 2024
Chicago's historic Hyde Park neighborhood hosts the annual Hyde Park Jazz Festival every fall. This year's fest promises to delight guests with good tunes, great food, and an excellent atmosphere this September.
South Loop Street Festivals
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Pride In The Park June 28-29, 2024
Grant Park's Petrillo Bandshell will be home to good tunes to get people moving at this celebration of LGBTQ pride. Food and merchandise vendors are also part of the plan announced by this Pride Month party organizers in the South Loop.
West Loop Street Festivals
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Chicago Craft Beer Fest July 5 - 7, 2024
Chicago has a robust craft beer scene, and this street fest is the perfect place to sample a few pints from some of the city's finest breweries. Event organizers claim to have samples from more than 35 local, regional, and national brewers at this early summer street festival in the West Loop. -
Taste of Greektown August 23-25, 2024
At this late summer block party along Halsted St between Van Buren and Adams, guests can appreciate Mediterranean culture and cuisine. -
West Loop Art Fest August 31 - September 1, 2024
Late summer is shaping up to be a pretty active part of the year for street festivals, and this West Loop fest is part of the action. Artist exhibitions will be displayed along Washington St near N. Halsted St in the heart of the West Loop.
River North Street Festivals
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Clark After Dark August 15, 2024
This block party bash in River North is held at the corner of W. Hubbard St and N. Clark St. Proceeds from the event go toward the USO of Illinois, and guests can enjoy food, drinks, and live music performances, Clark, After Dark.
Rogers Park Street Festivals
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Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest August 16-18, 2024
This long-running street festival showcases artists from Chicago and the Rogers Park neighborhood. Live entertainment is part of the event; over 100 artists demonstrate their art along N. Glenwood Ave.
