From music festivals to cultural events, there’s never a dull moment in Chicago. If you’re traveling to Chicago or live here in the city, you’ll have a chance to experience festivals and events all summer long.
We’ve put together a list of events that can help you get a taste of the city this summer. You’ll also find a few events located in other parts of the city to give you an opportunity to explore what Chicago has to offer.
Get ready to experience the beat, the flavor, and the soul of Chicago like never before. If you like our work or want to support the mission of Chicago Southsider, you can subscribe to our weekly newsletter and share this article with your network.
2024 Chicago Southsider Festival Guide
77h Annual 57th St Art Fair
Saturday, June 1st and Sunday, June 2nd, 2024
Location: Hyde Park – 57th St between Woodlawn & Kenwood Ave
Cost: Free
Learn more about the 57th St Art Fair here.
Chicago Blues Festival
Friday, June 7th – Sunday, June 9th, 2024
Millennium Park: Randolph & Monroe St Entrances (different location on June 6th)
Cost: FREE with online RSVP
Learn more here.
Tai Festival Chicago
Saturday, June 8th from 10-9pm & Sunday, June 9th from 11-7pm
Irving Park Rd: Thorek Hospital Parking Lot
851 Irving Park Rd Chicago, IL 60613
Learn more about the Tai Festival Chicago here.
Summer at Chicago Public Library
Sing & Dance at the Library
Saturday, June 8, 2024, 12-2pm
Location: Bronzeville Library
4801 S. Michigan, Chicago, IL
Cost: FREE
Learn more about Summer at Chicago Public Library here.
Jazzin on the Steps – 2nd Tuesday Jazz Jam
Tuesday, June 11th 2024, 7-10 pm
Location: St. Moses the Black Parish Ministry Center
7749 South Vernon, Chicago, IL
Cost: FREE
Learn more about Jazzin on the Steps here.
Taste of Chicago Pop Up
Saturday, June 15th, 2024
Location: Rogers Park
Cost: FREE
Learn more about the Taste of Chicago Pop Up here.
Bronzeville’s 2024 Juneteenth Celebration: Unity Rising
Saturday, June 15, 2024 11-5:00 pm CDT
Location: Absolutely Anything Essential – 3521 South King Drive Chicago, IL 60653
Cost: FREE
Learn more here.
Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour 2024
Friday, June 21, 2024 (and every 3rd Friday through September)
Location: Gallery Gouchard and other participating venues in Chicago
Spaces: Blanc Gallery, Bronzville Artists Lofts, Faie Afrikan Art,Gallery Gouchard, Southside Community Arts Center
Cost: FREE
Learn more here.
Chicago Vegandale Festival 2024
Saturday, June 22nd & 23rd, 2024
Location: Grand Park, Butler Field – 100 S. Lake Shore Dr. Chicago, IL 60603
Cost: Varies
3rd Annual Ida B. Wells Festival
Saturday, June 29th 2024, 8am-4pm
Location: Bronzeville, IL
Learn more about the Ida B. Wells Festival here.
What festivals are you attending this summer? Did we miss a festival? Comment below and let us know!
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