Are you already looking forward to the upcoming weekend? That’s when the Taste of Chicago kicks off, starting this Friday.
Aside from the tasty lineup of food, there are some street closures you need to know about, starting Tuesday morning.
- Columbus from Balbo to Monroe will be shut down.
- Ida B. Wells from Michigan to Columbus will also be closed.
Additionally, Jackson from Michigan to Lake Shore will close starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday and won’t reopen until 4 p.m. on September 11.
The festival will continue in its longtime home near Grant Parks’ Buckingham Fountain, bringing more than 35 vendors and 15 food trucks along with three stages for musical performances, dance classes and more, officials announced. There will also be a beer hall, wine garden, cocktail lounge and a new frozen adult beverage station. For families, there will be bounce houses and a number of games.
The Taste of Chicago schedule also includes a diverse mix of national and international music artists, along with a dancing lineup.
The Taste runs through Sunday, so don’t miss out on the delicious and entertaining event! More information on food vendors, activities, and performances can be found here.
