Chicago Music And Food Guild 2019
Summer is almost here! Events will be popping up all over the City but check below for some great free music festivals and a list of a variety of food fests from all over the city that will meet the tastes of any Chicago visitor!
FREE MUSIC FESTS
CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL
JUN 7 – 9
MILLENNIUM PARK (Loop)
The Chicago Blues Festival is the largest free blues festival in the world. Over three days and on five stages, more than 500,000 blues fans and a line up of renowned musicians prove that Chicago is indeed the “Blues Capital of the World.”
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GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL
JUN 12 – AUG 17
JAY PRITZKER PAVILION, MILLENNIUM PARK
The nation’s only free, outdoor classical music series of its kind. Grammy-nominated Grant Park Orchestra and special guest performers and conductors, bring the sounds of Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and more to Millennium Park.
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CHICAGO JAZZ FESTIVAL
AUG 23 – SEP 1
CHICAGO CULTURAL CTR. / MILLENNIUM PARK (Loop)
The festival promotes awareness and appreciation for all forms of jazz through free live musical performances at two stunning downtown venues.
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FOOD FESTS
MOLE DE MAYO
MAY 24 – 26
18th St & Ashland Ave (Pilsen)
The 9th annual Mole de Mayo festival in Chicago’s historic Pilsen neighborhood features mole, pitting local chefs and restaurants against one another to discover whose version of the Mexican staple is the best.
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LINCOLN PARK GREEK FEST
MAY 31 – JUN 2
Sheffield between Diversey & Schubert (Lincoln Park)
You don’t have to travel all the way to the Mediterranean to find authentic Hellenic cuisine. Experience live music, dance performances and authentic dishes at this annual neighborhood event.
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TASTE OF MEXICO
MAY 31 – JUN 2
26th & Sacramento (Little Village)
Taste of Mexico hosts what promises to become one of the Midwest’s premier culinary and cultural events.
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WINGOUT CHICAGO
JUN 1 – 2
St. Michael’s Parking Lot, 1633 N. Cleveland Ave. (Old Town)
Celebrate (and feast on) the top chicken wings in town! Wingout Chicago in Old Town gives you the opportunity to taste what the best restaurants are serving up in the wing department. Discover your favorite flavor while enjoying live music.
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WINDY CITY RIBFEST
JUN 4 – 6
4700 N Broadway Ave (Uptown)
Dig into some of the best BBQ from top local and national rib pros at the annual Windy City RibFest in Chicago’s Uptown.
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PILSEN FOOD TRUCK SOCIAL
JUN 8 – 9
18th St. & Allport St. (Pilsen)
Up to 35 Illinois Food Truck Owner Association-affiliated food trucks congregate, offering mobile delicacies and treats – everything from tamales to Kobe beef and mac n’ cheese to cupcakes.
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RIBFEST CHICAGO
JUN 14 – 16
Lincoln Avenue at Irving Park Road and Damen Avenue (North Center)
Ribfest attracts thousands of attendees every year, and features pound upon pound of fall-off-the-bone, mouthwatering ribs. Throw in some awesome indie music and you’re in store for three days of nonstop summer fun.
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TASTE OF RANDOLPH STREET
JUN 14 – 16
900 W. Randolph St., Randolph at Peoria (West Loop)
Located in the hip culinary destination known as “Restaurant Row” in the West Loop, the six-block stretch features some of the city’s best-known chefs and top-rated restaurants, including Girl and the Goat, Publican Quality Meats, La Sirena Clandestina, City Winery, and many more. This is a truly epic weekend of food and music.
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CHICAGO FOOD TRUCK FEST
JUN 22 – 23
2400 S Dearborn (South Loop)
This family-friendly food festival highlights Chicagoans’ obsession with over 50 food trucks.
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TASTE OF CHICAGO
JUL 10 – 14
GRANT PARK (Loop)
No Chicago food festival list would be complete without mentioning Chicago’s biggest food festival.
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ROSCOE VILLAGE BURGER FEST
JUL 13 – 14
2000 W BELMONT (Roscoe Village)
Savory patties and a rockin’ musical lineup are in the spotlight for the 11th annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest.
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TASTE OF RIVER NORTH
JUL 19 – 21
Ward Park, 630 N. Kingbury St. (River North)
Line up along the banks of the Chicago River to enjoy this alfresco event in a neighborhood known for outstanding dining options. Along with an extensive list of renowned restaurant vendors offering sizable tasting portions, this event features non-stop live music highlighted by an electrifying party and tribute bands, kitchen demos, local artisans and plenty of cold Goose Island beer.
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TASTE OF LINCOLN AVENUE
JUL 27 – 28
Lincoln Avenue & Fullerton Parkway (Lincoln Park)
One of the city’s largest and most popular summer celebrations, this trailblazing fest celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2018. Taste of Lincoln Avenue features the neighborhood’s top restaurants, as well as more than 30 music acts on three stages, and activities for the kids.
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GINZA HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
AUG 9 – 11
Midwest Buddhist Temple, 435 W. Menomonee St (Old Town)
The 63rd annual Ginza Holiday Festival celebrates all things Japanese with delicious food and spectacular cultural arts performances, including Japanese Folk dance and Taiko drumming.
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CHICAGO HOT DOG FEST
AUG 9 – 11
Chicago History Museum (Lincoln Park)
The fabulous frankfurter is celebrated at this annual event, sponsored by and hosted at the Chicago History Museum.
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LITTLE ITALY FESTA
AUG 13 – 18
Taylor St & Ashland Ave (Little Italy)
Longtime family-owned restaurants and neighborhood newcomers serve up some of the best Italian food in the city.
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TASTE OF GREEKTOWN
AUG 23 – 25
400 S Halsted St (West Loop)
Taste of Greektown blends old world traditions with modern food trends. Delectable Hellenic cuisine from neighborhood eateries.
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