Now in its 18th year, Ribfest Chicago continues to be Chicago’s most anticipated street festival—averaging 50,000 pounds of pork and 60,000+ attendees who love to kick off summer at this three-day event. As featured in local and national media, Ribfest Chicago invites all Chicagoland restaurant BBQ masters to compete for the title of “Best Ribs” and “People’s Choice.” Returning for its seventh year in 2016, RibMania is the only sanctioned rib-eating contest in the Midwest. While ribs reign supreme, Ribfest Chicago is also a nationally recognized indie music festival, hosting two stages that feature all original music from top local and national acts. And parents love our “Kids Square” with two days of family fun allowing children to slide, climb, jump, ride, dance and enjoy live entertainment all weekend long. Ribfest provides a memorable weekend of lively music, family fun and satisfied appetites as we celebrate 18 years of unforgettable barbecue. We continue to strive to maximize exposure, increase market share and enhance the image of Ribfest Chicago and our partners. Reserve your space now and be part of this incredible promotional opportunity!
Northalsted Market Days annually showcases some of the best food, arts and crafts, and live music Chicago has to offer! Spanning 6 city blocks with more than 400 vendors and 3 music stages, thousands from around the country flock to this unique event--which happens to be the largest street event in the Midwest! Northalsted Market Days take place on N. Halsted between Belmont and Addison. The suggested donation is $10.
One of the city’s largest and most popular summer celebrations, the Taste of Lincoln Avenue celebrated its BIG 30th in 2013! We are excited to have even more good times in 2015! This iconic event sprawls over six city blocks on a major artery in the heart of Lincoln Park where high incomes meet the vibrant DePaul University population. Once home to Chicagos original club scene, today the neighborhood is home to many of the citys acclaimed theaters and music venues as well as top restaurants. Taste of Lincoln Avenue began as a small neighborhood fundraiser and has grown to become the second largest street festival in the region. The event features more than 150 vendors and more than 30 music acts on 3 stages. Every music genre is represented: from Funk and country to rock and folk. Another up-and-coming Taste of Lincoln Avenue highlight is the Lill Street Craft Fair, a juried art event featuring unique DIY and handmade art. There’s also a wildly popular one-block Kids’ Carnival area with live entertainment, art and crafts activities, carnival style games, facepainting and much more!
Hosted by the Northalsted Business Alliance, this crowd-pleasing gay and lesbian celebration of community pride showcases an eclectic lineup of arts and crafts, food and other vendors. It also features entertainment on two stages with one dedicated to some of Chicago's fine performers in the gay community. Suggested $10 donation for entrance into the festival.
Join us as 40,000 people experience the Lakeview Neighborhood's ultimate music and culinary fare. If you like to enjoy delicious food and listen to music, then this event is a must see!
We're serving up Chicago's BEST comedians every LAST SUNDAY of the month at the infamous Schubas Tavern!! Come see acts from the top Comedy clubs, Comedy Central, late night talk shows, HBO, and more. You never know who'll stop by! Afterwards, stick around for one of Chicago's best rock and roll acts, partying, dancing and djs! Ever thought something needed a "woman's touch?" WE'VE GOT THIS. We are: MEREDITH KACHEL HEIDI BUTLER ALI CLAYTON LAINIE LENERTZ DEANNA ORTIZ Follow us on Twitter @HooHacomedy and individually @MeredithKachel @lainielenertz @ThisisheidiB @ACountryClayton @deanna_nicole92 xoxo
Chicago Market Days is conducted every year in chicago august 13th and 14th. Rain or shine its always a awesome party with great music, food, venders and helps support the community. Marketing & Sponsorship Opportunities Looking to connect with active consumers at this event? For pricing and a customized benefits package, please contact Kevin Turk at 773.584.6684 or Laura Wilke at 773-584-6669. Event Logistics Still have questions regarding event logistics? Please contact Noelle Coronado at 773-584-6680. Exhibitors/Vendor Opportunities Click here for more information and applications on how to exhibit at this event and others. If you have additional questions, please contact Gabe Coronado or at 773.584.6674. Music Bookings Any bands or entertainers wishing to be considered for future bookings must submit the following information via email only. Please email us your website, your MySpace links, any other promotional links, a bio is also appreciated. If you are currently playing any Chicagoland venues or clubs, that's important information to include. Last but not least, give us a price range on the band. If you feel your act is especially suited for one specific event, tell us why you're a great fit for that event! Please email to Gehrig Peterson, our Music Director at [email protected].
DemonTHON is a year-long fundraising event benefiting Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago that culminates in a 24-hour Dance Marathon. Dancers are asked to raise $250 for the children at Lurie Children's hospital. At this event they will have a chance to meet families from Lurie Children's and view a variety of entertainment acts. A Dance Marathon is an event where individuals commit to stay on their feet for any given length of time. This experience strives to connect individual dancers and teams to the great cause we are dancing to support. By giving up this one day, we are remembering all of the children who spend days, or even months at a time in the hospital receiving treatments. DemonTHON works towards making this year long event something every Blue Demon can be proud of— For the Kids.
Dancers tell a story with their body. At Dennis PáSamba Dance Company/Studio we emphasize the idea of dance as a form of art whose basis is education. Like any other artistic expression, dancing requires passion, motivation, and perseverance and it is inspiring to see those qualities in our students. Our instruction is designed to allow both first-time and veteran students progress quickly and build on what they already know. We are determined to cater to our students’ needs and we pride ourselves on attracting a loyal student customer base. Dancing is a universal language that we want to make accessible to all by offering top-notch professional instruction and a wide range of classes at unbeatable prices. Come join our dance community and start telling stories of your own to the sound of music.
Chicago's largest and longest running independent adult education program, now celebrating over 35 years! The classes are stimulating and fun, presented by qualified independent instructors who enjoy introducing others to their subjects. Learn among friends. There are no exams, no grades, no degrees. The programs are for your own personal enjoyment and growth. The instructors are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Your comments and suggestions concerning the programs are always welcome. Stop by and see for yourself what fun informal learning can be!
Our goal is to empower people to embrace and celebrate their creativity by bringing fun and educational crafting projects to them through one-of-a-kind birthday parties and exciting crafting classes for kids, teens and adults! We're located at the southeast corner of 2320 N. Damen Ave. in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood. Sew Crafty Studio - Create/Celebrate.
The Oktoberfest this year is running Friday, Sept 30th through Sunday, Oct 2nd Friday 3pm - 10pm, The Bratwurst Brothers 6-10 Saturday 1pm - 10pm The McGowen's 1-5 Second Hand Soul Band 6-10 Sunday 1pm - 8pm The Paloma 3-7 For beer we have Spaten Premium German Lager and PBR served in large and small sized refillable Steins! Activities will include Food & Drink, Music & Dance, Carnival Rides and More!