Mole de Mayo
May 24th – 26th
Historic Pilsen (at Ashland & 18th Street)
This latino fest puts a spotlight on mole and includes crafts, live entertainment and even a wrestling ring!
Red, White, and Bar-B-Q
May 24th – 26th
Westmont
Illinois’ largest BBQ completion returns complete with live music, a carnival and all the barbecue food you could ever want!
Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest
May 24th – 26th
Oak Forest
This cultural party will feature Irish music, dancing, food and fun for the whole family.
Volta
Through July 6th
Soldier Field
See the newest from Cirque du Soleil under a heated tent. The acrobatics and costumes are always amazing!
Ticket Deals HERE
Live on the Lake
Through September 2nd
In the beer garden at Navy Pier
Live music will play throughout the summer for free. Take a trip to the pier!
Hamilton: The Exhibition
Through September 6th
Northerly Island
This amazing tour of the Broadway hit show features a tour that is narrated by Hamilton star Lin-Manuel Miranda. You’ll learn everything from the history that inspired the show to the technical feats that went into creating the show!
Ticket Deals HERE
Memorial Day Parade
May 25th
on State Street (from Lake to Van Buren)
The parade kicks off at noon! Before that, the annual wreath laying ceremony takes place at 11AM in Daley Plaza.
Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival
May 25th – 26th
N. Sheffield Avenue (from Belmont to Roscoe)
Local bands and entertainment will provide music to the street as you can wander through the surrounding vendors.
Mayfestiversary
May 25th – 26th (12 to 10 p.m.)
Ravenswood Avenue (from West Belle Plaine to West Cuyler Avenue)
Music, food and family fun at this fest!
Barrington Art Festival
May 25th – 26th
Barrington
More than 130 juried artists will proudly display their work. This free event will include live music, food and more!
St. Charles Fine Art Show
May 25th – 26th
downtown St. Charles
Head out to the west burbs to see this art show, that will include live music and food for sale.
Bike the Drive
May 26th (morning)
Lakeshore Drive
Lake Shore Drive will be closed for this 15-miles bike ride. If you ever wanted to bike LSD, this is the time to do it! There is an after-fest at noon in Butler Field.
Chicago Attractions
Through June 21st
These discount prices include all taxes and fees.
- Aquarium + SkyDeck + Field Museum + more
- Architectural Boat Tour (90 minutes)
- Chicago History Museum
