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Chicago Events Calendar / Things-To-Do
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Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
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29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
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There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.
Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]
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Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location:
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
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With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]
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Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
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Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
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29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
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There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.
Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue July 3 Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pier offer a number of great...[more details]
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Shoreline July 4th Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Shoreline celebrates the nation's birthday with special Fireworks Cruises July 3rd and 4th! Enjoy a Lake Michigan Tour and spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display with patriotic theme. For information call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.lin...[more details]
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29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
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There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.
Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Independence Day Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Independence Day Cruises
This Independence Day, take the family down to Navy Pier and celebrate the holiday aboard a Chicago Independence Day Cruise that the whole family can enjoy. Our Brunch and Dinner Cruises offer a bountiful menu, spe...[more details]
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Shoreline July 4th Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Shoreline celebrates the nation's birthday with special Fireworks Cruises July 3rd and 4th! Enjoy a Lake Michigan Tour and spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display with patriotic theme. For information call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.lin...[more details]
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Spirit of Chicago Independence Day Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier
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Splash aboard Spirit of Chicago and get front-row seats to a spectacular fireworks show, the biggest and brightest display of the year! The city has never looked so stunning beneath the illuminated night sky. Celebrate America's birthday with festiv...[more details]
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29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
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There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.
Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]
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29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
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There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.
Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]
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The Chicago Chamber Musicians FREE First Monday Concert!
Location:
The Chicago Cultural Center, Preston Bradley Hall, 78 E Washington
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The Chicago Chamber Musicians is excited to present our Free First Monday Concerts. The most recent First Monday Concert attracted nearly 350 audience members and filled all of the seats! We hope you will share this news so we can achieve the same au...[more details]
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Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
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Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
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Midwest Film Festival
Location:
Landmark's Century Centre Cinema 2828 N. Clark st. Chicago IL
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The Midwest Independent Film Festival is the nation's only film festival solely dedicated to the Midwest filmmaker, presenting audiences with regionally produced independent cinema every first Tuesday of the month at Landmark Century Centre Cinema, 2...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
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Bastille Day 5K Run, Walk and Block Party
Location:
1100 W. Jackson Blvd
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Party like a Parisian and mark the start of the French Revolution of 1789 with a run and walk through the West Loop. Includes a T-shirt, gift bag and a post-race party with food, beer and live music.
Event Phone Number: 773-868-3010
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Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location:
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
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With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]
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Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
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Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
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Jazzin' at the Shedd Aquarium
Location:
1200 South Lake Shore Drive on Chicago’s Museum Campus.
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Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier
Irish American Heritage Festival
Location:
Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Avenue
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The festival features three days of music on 5 stages and showcases the finest in local and international Irish and American music, dance and family activities.
More at http://irishfestchicago.com
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Chicago Tribune Magnificent Mile Art Festival
Location:
Pioneer Court 401 N Michigan
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Award-winning painters, sculptors, potters, jewelry-makers and photographers from across the country showcase artwork at the 18th annual juried event. Pieces range in price from $15 earrings to $20,000 sculptures
Event Phone Number: 954-472-3755
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Old St Pat's World's Largest Block Party
Location:
West Loop - Madison & DesPlaines
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Two stages of live music set the backdrop for this annual fest that boasts a yearly attendance of 18,000 party people. Includes five drink tickets (choice of beer, wine, soda or bottled water). Stay tuned for band lineups and more details about this...[more details]
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Chicago French Bastille Day Festival
Location:
Lincoln Park High School / Oz Park
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Bastille Day is an annual French celebration marking the historic date (July 14th) of the end of monarchy in France. On July 11, all Chicagoans are invited to become French for a day and participate in this exciting celebration of the French language...[more details]
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Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 9:30 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
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Spirit of Chicago Gospel Lunch Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Gather the family at Navy Pier for an inspirational afternoon.
Enjoy live entertainment, an all-you-can-eat-buffet, and good fellowship. Come aboard and enjoy the most entertaining lunchtime experience in Chicago featuring our Grande Buffet! This...[more details]
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Irish American Heritage Festival
Location:
Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Avenue
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The festival features three days of music on 5 stages and showcases the finest in local and international Irish and American music, dance and family activities.
More at http://irishfestchicago.com
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Chicago Tribune Magnificent Mile Art Festival
Location:
Pioneer Court 401 N Michigan
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Award-winning painters, sculptors, potters, jewelry-makers and photographers from across the country showcase artwork at the 18th annual juried event. Pieces range in price from $15 earrings to $20,000 sculptures
Event Phone Number: 954-472-3755
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The McDonalds LATE Ride
Location:
500 S Columbus Dr., Chicago, 60605
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Chicago's only after-midnight bicycle ride through the city! The 25-mile ride begins and ends in downtown Chicago at Buckingham Fountain.
This is not a race. It's a massive group ride through the streets of Chicago. We're a non-profit organizatio...[more details]
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Old St Pat's World's Largest Block Party
Location:
West Loop - Madison & DesPlaines
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Two stages of live music set the backdrop for this annual fest that boasts a yearly attendance of 18,000 party people. Includes five drink tickets (choice of beer, wine, soda or bottled water). Stay tuned for band lineups and more details about this...[more details]
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Irish American Heritage Festival
Location:
Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Avenue
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The festival features three days of music on 5 stages and showcases the finest in local and international Irish and American music, dance and family activities.
More at http://irishfestchicago.com
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Chicago Tribune Magnificent Mile Art Festival
Location:
Pioneer Court 401 N Michigan
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Award-winning painters, sculptors, potters, jewelry-makers and photographers from across the country showcase artwork at the 18th annual juried event. Pieces range in price from $15 earrings to $20,000 sculptures
Event Phone Number: 954-472-3755
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The McDonalds LATE Ride
Location:
500 S Columbus Dr., Chicago, 60605
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Chicago's only after-midnight bicycle ride through the city! The 25-mile ride begins and ends in downtown Chicago at Buckingham Fountain.
This is not a race. It's a massive group ride through the streets of Chicago. We're a non-profit organizatio...[more details]
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Bastille Day Luncheon Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier
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Passengers will enjoy a traditional French luncheon plus a presentation by one of Shoreline’s professional and entertaining docents highlighting the role of the French community in the history, architecture and culture of Chicago. Here’s an advance...[more details]
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Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
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Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
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Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
Location:
Butler Field in Grant Park
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Recapture the fun of the Drive-In movie with Chicago's magnificent skyline as your backdrop. Classic American films are shown on a gigantic screen plus a state-of-the-art sound system. Films are shown on seven consecutive evenings in the summer at du...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
|
Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location:
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
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With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]
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Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
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Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
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Jazzin' at the Shedd Aquarium
Location:
1200 South Lake Shore Drive on Chicago’s Museum Campus.
|
Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
|
Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
|
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier
Italian Style
Location:
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave Chicago
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Italian Style is America's largest three-day expo celebrating Italian excellence and Italy's best products in the areas of cuisine, fashion, design, tourism, culture and entertainment. Featured at the expo will be the luxury automobiles of Ferrari, L...[more details]
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Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
|
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 9:30 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
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Italian Style
Location:
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave Chicago
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Italian Style is America's largest three-day expo celebrating Italian excellence and Italy's best products in the areas of cuisine, fashion, design, tourism, culture and entertainment. Featured at the expo will be the luxury automobiles of Ferrari, L...[more details]
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101st Chicago Race to Mackinac Parade of Boats
Location:
East end of the second tier of Navy Pier
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Take in the magnificent sight of over 350 sailboats as they begin the world’s longest freshwater race, the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Lands’ End Business Outfitters. The Mac will be held this Saturday, July 18, 2009.
Everyone...[more details]
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41st Annual Sheffield Garden Walk
Location:
Webster and Sheffield (2200 N & 1000 W)
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Check out the 41st Annual Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival, sponsored by the Sheffield Neighborhood Association (SNA), a non-profit community organization. The "Summer's Best Festival" features self-guided tours of more than 100 Gardens, a Garden Cen...[more details]
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Taste of River North
Location:
630 N. Kingsbury, Chicago
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A taste that truly reflects the eclectic characteristics of its environs - spectacular cuisine and a world-renowned art and design scene. Revelers will enjoy two-full days of great River North restaurants, galleries, local merchants, live cutting-edg...[more details]
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Mayor's Cup Youth Soccer Tournament
Location:
Montrose Harbor in Lincoln Park
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Families and friends are invited to participate in the 16th Annual Mayor’s Cup Youth Soccer Tournament (advance registration required for team participation). One of the largest youth soccer tournaments in the United States. This FREE tournament take...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Saturday tours occur on the 3rd Saturday of...[more details]
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30th Annual Chinatown Summer Fair
Location:
2200 S. Wentworth Ave.
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A colorful lion dance procession highlights the annual neighborhood festival. Live music and dance performances, food from Chinatown restaurants, street vendors, arts and crafts and kids' activities are also on tap
Event Phone Number: 312-225-6198
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NorthShore University HealthSystem Grand Prix
Location:
Downtown Evanston, Davis St.
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Evanston hosts Stage 10 of the U.S.'s largest multi-category cycling event, the 17-day-long Point Premium Root Beer International Cycling Classic™ bicycle race. After a full morning of serious amatuer races, the men's and women's pro cyclists come on...[more details]
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The 51st Dearborn Garden Walk
Location:
1300 Dearborn Parkway, Chicago
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The North Dearborn Association, a Chicago non-profit neighborhood organization, will sponsor its 51st Dearborn Garden Walk. The event runs from 12pm-5pm and begins at 1300 N. Dearborn Parkway.
During the walk, guests are treated to dramatic garden...[more details]
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Italian Style
Location:
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave Chicago
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Italian Style is America's largest three-day expo celebrating Italian excellence and Italy's best products in the areas of cuisine, fashion, design, tourism, culture and entertainment. Featured at the expo will be the luxury automobiles of Ferrari, L...[more details]
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41st Annual Sheffield Garden Walk
Location:
Webster and Sheffield (2200 N & 1000 W)
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Check out the 41st Annual Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival, sponsored by the Sheffield Neighborhood Association (SNA), a non-profit community organization. The "Summer's Best Festival" features self-guided tours of more than 100 Gardens, a Garden Cen...[more details]
|
Taste of River North
Location:
630 N. Kingsbury, Chicago
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A taste that truly reflects the eclectic characteristics of its environs - spectacular cuisine and a world-renowned art and design scene. Revelers will enjoy two-full days of great River North restaurants, galleries, local merchants, live cutting-edg...[more details]
|
Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
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Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
|
Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
Location:
Butler Field in Grant Park
|
Recapture the fun of the Drive-In movie with Chicago's magnificent skyline as your backdrop. Classic American films are shown on a gigantic screen plus a state-of-the-art sound system. Films are shown on seven consecutive evenings in the summer at du...[more details]
|
Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
|
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
|
Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
|
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]
|
Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
|
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
|
Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location:
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
|
With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]
|
Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
|
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
|
Jazzin' at the Shedd Aquarium
Location:
1200 South Lake Shore Drive on Chicago’s Museum Campus.
|
Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
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Newberry Library 25th Annual Book Fair
Location:
Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton St., Chicago
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Calling all bibliophiles to the Newberry Library 25th anniversary Book Fair!
Celebrate 25 years of inexpensive used books at the Newberry's annual Book Fair. We have a record number of books to sell this year! More than 110,000 donated books will be...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
|
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier
Newberry Library 25th Annual Book Fair
Location:
Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton St., Chicago
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Calling all bibliophiles to the Newberry Library 25th anniversary Book Fair!
Celebrate 25 years of inexpensive used books at the Newberry's annual Book Fair. We have a record number of books to sell this year! More than 110,000 donated books will be...[more details]
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Shoreline Sightseeing Venetian Night Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Shoreline celebrates Chicago's famous Venetian Night with special Fireworks Cruises on July 25th. Enjoy a dramatic Lake Michigan Tour and spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! For information: www.shorelinesightseeing.com 312-222-9328.
More i...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
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52nd Annual Venetian Night
Location:
Lake Shore Dr & Congress Parkway
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Approximately 35 boats will be decorated with lights and props as they sail along beautiful Lake Michigan, between the Shedd Aquarium at Roosevelt Road and the Chicago Yacht Club at Monroe Street. People of all ages stake out spots along the lakefron...[more details]
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Newberry Library 25th Annual Book Fair
Location:
Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton St., Chicago
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Calling all bibliophiles to the Newberry Library 25th anniversary Book Fair!
Celebrate 25 years of inexpensive used books at the Newberry's annual Book Fair. We have a record number of books to sell this year! More than 110,000 donated books will be...[more details]
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Randolph Street Market Festival
Location:
1350 block of W. Randolph Street
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The Randolph Street Market Festival encompasses several smaller markets in one kinetic energy-filled environment including the Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market, Fancy Food Market, the Vinyl Swap Meet and the Global Goods Bazaar. For mor...[more details]
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Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Location:
Lincoln Avenue from Fullerton to Wrightwood Avenues
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Covering six city blocks, the 26th annual affair features dozens of national and local music acts on five stages and more than 350 food, beer and arts vendors.
Event Phone Number: 773-868-3010
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Wicker Park Fest 2009
Location:
Milwaukee Avenue between North Avenue and Wood Street
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The sixth annual street fest features live indie music on two stages, local cuisine and arts and crafts vendors.
Event Phone Number: 773-384-2672
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8th Annual Arts Adventure
Location:
Superior & Rush, Chicago
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Artists & craftsartists from far & near will exhibit work they themselves created in this juried show. From paintings to glassworks, from photogrpahy to jewelry, artwear & much more. American Society of Artists, ASOA@webtv.net 312/751-2500
More i...[more details]
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Chicago Criterium Bike Race
Location:
Grant Park-Buckingham Fountain
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The all-day event features 10 professional and amateur criterium bike races on a closed circuit loop, approximately 1.1 mile in length with the start/finish line at Buckingham Fountain. Best described as NASCAR on bikes, spectators are captivated wit...[more details]
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15th Annual Lou Gehrig Day at Wrigley Field
Location:
The Vic Theatre & Wrigley Field
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Join the Les Turner ALS Foundation for Lou Gehrig Day at Wrigley Field. Enjoy unlimited food and beverages at a pre-game party emceed by 93XRT's Lin Brehmer followed by a match-up between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds.
Call 847-679-3311 f...[more details]
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Newberry Library 25th Annual Book Fair
Location:
Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton St., Chicago
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Calling all bibliophiles to the Newberry Library 25th anniversary Book Fair!
Celebrate 25 years of inexpensive used books at the Newberry's annual Book Fair. We have a record number of books to sell this year! More than 110,000 donated books will be...[more details]
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Randolph Street Market Festival
Location:
1350 block of W. Randolph Street
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The Randolph Street Market Festival encompasses several smaller markets in one kinetic energy-filled environment including the Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market, Fancy Food Market, the Vinyl Swap Meet and the Global Goods Bazaar. For mor...[more details]
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Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Location:
Lincoln Avenue from Fullerton to Wrightwood Avenues
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Covering six city blocks, the 26th annual affair features dozens of national and local music acts on five stages and more than 350 food, beer and arts vendors.
Event Phone Number: 773-868-3010
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Wicker Park Fest 2009
Location:
Milwaukee Avenue between North Avenue and Wood Street
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The sixth annual street fest features live indie music on two stages, local cuisine and arts and crafts vendors.
Event Phone Number: 773-384-2672
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Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
|
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
|
Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
Location:
Butler Field in Grant Park
|
Recapture the fun of the Drive-In movie with Chicago's magnificent skyline as your backdrop. Classic American films are shown on a gigantic screen plus a state-of-the-art sound system. Films are shown on seven consecutive evenings in the summer at du...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
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Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]
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Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier
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Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]
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Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location:
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
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With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]
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Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
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Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.
More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
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Jazzin' at the Shedd Aquarium
Location:
1200 South Lake Shore Drive on Chicago’s Museum Campus.
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Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
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Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz
Location:
Millennium Park-Jay Pritzker Pavilion
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Come hear jazz with a distinctively Chicago flavor as we celebrate hometown heroes from Fred Anderson to Benny Goodman. Beginning in July, talented jazz artists including Elbio Barilari & Kahil El Zabar, Rudresh Mahanthappa, Robert Irving III, Bunk...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier
Gold Coast Art Fair
Location:
700 N. La Salle St.
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The 52nd annual festival features work from more than 350 juried artists, food and wine vendors, music, painting and sculpting demos and more.
Event Phone Number: 847-926-4300
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Chicago Traveler
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