Chicago Connected | Street Festivals + Fairs
Nothing showcases the vibrancy and creativity of Chicago citizens than the street festivals, art fairs, and artisan markets on display all summer long throughout every neighborhood. Not only are these events the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon, but they can also be a great source for locally made goods, great food, and a great way to support Chicago artists! See our full list below to find an upcoming street event near you.
MAXWELL STREET MARKET
Near West Side • 800 S. Desplaines St.
Sundays, May 28-October 29, 2023
Live Music • Handmade Crafts • Clothing • Street Food • Family Friendly
Whiskies on Lincoln
Lincoln Park • 2500 N Lincoln Ave
July 22, 3PM-8PM
Whisky Tasting • 21+
WELLS STREET ART FESTIVAL
Old Town • Wells St Between North Ave and Division
June 10- 11, 10AM - Dusk
Artist Booths • Live Performances • Children’s Play Area • Food Vendors
CHINATOWN SUMMER FAIR
Chicago Chinatown • 2200 S. Wentworth Ave
July 29, 12PM-10PM | July 30, 10AM-7PM
Live Performances • Local Artisans • Local Cuisine • Family Friendly
DO DIVISION STREET FEST
West Town • 2000-2200 W Division St
June 2, 5-10PM | June 3 & 4, 12-10PM
Live Music • Food Vendors • Family Fun Fest • Fashion Show
NORTHALSTEAD MARKET DAYS
Northalstead • Halsted Street from Belmont to Addison
August 12-13th, 11AM – 10PM
Live Performances • Arts & Crafts • Food & Drink • Dancing
76TH ANNUAL 57TH STREET ART FAIR
Hyde Park • 57th St and Kimbark
June 3, 11AM-6PM | June 4, 10AM-5PM
Art Booths • Music • Food • Family Friendly
PAINTER’S ROW ART FEST
Loop • 701 S Dearborn St
August 12-13, 10AM-5PM
Local Artists • Live Performances • Local Restaurants
TASTE OF GREEKTOWN
Greektown • 315 S Halsted St
August 25, 4PM-10PM | August 26, 12PM-10PM | August 27, 12PM-10PM
Local Cuisine & Spirits • Live Entertainment • Family Friendly
SUNDAYS ON STATE
Loop • State St between Lake and Adams
July 16 & August 13, 11AM-6PM
Live Performances • Art & Culture • Recreation • Food & Drink • Shopping
WEST FEST
West Town • 1800-2000 W Chicago Ave
July 7, 5-10PM | July 8, 12-10PM | July 9, 12-10PM
Live Music • Local Artists • Kid Fest • Pet Fest
ROSCOE VILLAGE BURGER FEST
Roscoe Village • 2000 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
July 7, 5-10PM | July 8, 11AM-10PM | July 9, 11AM-10PM
Local Restaurants • Street Food • Live Music • Arts & Crafts • Family Friendly
SOUTHPORT ART FEST
Wrigleyville • W Waveland Ave & N Southport Ave
July 8-9, 10AM-7PM
Local Art • Family Friendly
This guide is part of our Chicago Connected: Summer Edition series. Stay tuned for more ways to enjoy Chicago this season!