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May 13-15
Chicago Cultural Center and other locations
Immerse yourself in the 2nd annual Lake FX Summit + Expo - the Midwest's largest free convening of artists and creative entrepreneurs. Join national leaders in the arts and creative industries for conversations, panels and workshops, connect with Expo resources, shop our artisan Marketplace and network with others working in the culinary, fashion, film and media, music, performing arts, technology and visual arts fields. Admission is free.
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May-October
Citywide
The Farmers Markets season has arrived. Chicago Farmers Markets presented by COUNTRY Financial will once again sell healthy, fresh and local products throughout Chicago's neighborhoods. The kick-off is Thursday, May 12, at Daley Plaza, with music and free reusable bags featuring the winning Chicago Public Schools student design. A complete list of city-run and independent markets, along with dates and times can be found at chicagofarmersmarkets.us.
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May 5-15
Storefront Theater
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May 7-August 21
Chicago Cultural Center
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May 9, 16, 23 & 30
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May 10, 12, 14 & 23
Chicago Cultural Center and other locations
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May 11, 18 & 25
Chicago Cultural Center
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May 13
Chicago Cultural Center
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May 14-August 21
Chicago Cultural Center
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May 14-August 21
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May 20 & 21
Chicago Cultural Center & Garfield Park Conservatory
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May 20
Chicago Cultural Center
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May 21
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May 27
Chicago Cultural Center
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May 28
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May 28
State Street, between Lake Street and Van Buren Street
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May 28-June 26
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Through May 29
Chicago Cultural Center
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Through July 31
Chicago Cultural Center
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Sundays
800 S. Desplaines St.
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Featured News
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May/June Preview Events for Chicago Gospel Music and Blues Festivals
Leading up to the June festivals, don't miss the schedule of preview events showcasing Chicago Gospel and Blues music talent. Several events take place at the Chicago Cultural Center, with others happening at the Sulzer Regional Library, Woodson Regional Library and Harold Washington Library. There is more information on the Chicago Gospel Music Festival and Chicago Blues Festival websites.
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Taste of Chicago Petrillo Music Shell Tickets on Sale Now!
Don't miss what Chicago Magazine is calling this Summer's best music festival! Tickets are on sale for the seating area at Taste of Chicago concerts. Headliners include The Roots (July 6, Presented by Illinois Lottery), Kongos (July 7), The Decemberists (July 8, Presented by 93XRT), Billy Idol (July 9, Presented by Bud Light) and The Isley Brothers featuring Ronald and Ernie Isley (July 10). Visit tasteofchicago.us for more information and to buy concert seating tickets. Admission to the festival is free.
For a complete list of festival, events and concerts happening this summer, click here.
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