THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Summer Just Keeps on Rockin’ in Chicago!
Well, here we are again, with a summer here in Chicago that just keeps on rockin’ with neighborhood street festivals as the sweltering heat of this past week decides to take a break (hopefully)!
Take a trip back in time as Retro on Roscoe returns for its 20th year to the Roscoe Village neighborhood at Damen Avenue and Roscoe Street (2000 W. Roscoe St.) this Saturday and Sunday (12:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.). Three stages spanning a six-block stretch will provide live music of oldies and throwbacks as well as popular hits to keep festival goers moving all day & night along with neighborhood restaurants serving up summer treats, and a family area that offers inflatables, balloon artists, face painting, music, rides and more. And, once again, Four Treys Bar will host the Retro’s Antique Car Show showcasing over 50 antique, classic and muscle cars. This fest is definitely the place to be if you’re looking for a blast from the past with music enthusiasts, gearheads and families!
Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, Northalsted Market Days returns to Halsted Street between Belmont Avenue and Addison Street (3190 N. Halsted St.) in the Lakeview neighborhood this Saturday and Sunday (11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.). Billed as the largest outdoor street festival in the Midwest, this fest features four stages of live music with a vast array of national talent as well as hundreds of unique vendors from food & drink to arts & crafts to general merch all spanning several city blocks!
The 61st Annual Ginza Holiday Festival will once again be held at the Midwest Buddhist Temple (435 W. Menomonee St.) in the Lincoln Park neighborhood this Saturday (11:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.) and Sunday (11:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.). This large Japanese cultural festival features four master craftspersons, known as Waza and flown in from Tokyo, to demonstrate their generations-old unique crafts; other exhibits and booths selling Japanese snacks, t-shirts, textiles, kimonos, artwork, jewelry and more; ongoing stage performances of Japanese dance, taiko drumming, ukulele performances, various forms of martial arts and Saturday night Asian Jazz with Yoko Noge and her band! And, of course, let’s not forget the food with items such as Sushi, Chicken Teriyaki, Edamame, Kintoki and much more!!
Returning for its 7th year, Festival Cubano sets-up in Riis Park (6100 W. Fullerton Ave.) in the Belmont/Cragin neighborhood this Saturday and Sunday (10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.) with world-renowned musical performers, dance shows, DJ sets, chef-grade and authentic Cuban street fare. Additional activities include carnival rides, animal rides, a classic car show, a Domino tournament, a salsa contest, a beer & cigar tent and so much more! This festival definitely features the best of Cuba’s rich, colorful and lively culture!!
Making its anticipated debut this summer, the Reggae Fest Chicago takes place at Adams/Medill Park (1301 W. 14th St.) in the Pilsen neighborhood this Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This family-friendly fest features two stages of live music celebrating various reggae genres and world music performances as well as a variety of local food vendors & food trucks, handmade artisans and free trade vendors! Here’s your opportunity to experience Caribbean style and flavors!
Finally, the 87th Annual Bud Billiken Parade will be held this Saturday with a new start time of 9:00 a.m. at King Drive and Oakwood Boulevard and ending at Garfield Boulevard (55th St.) and Elsworth Drive in the Bronzeville neighborhood as they focus on getting kids ready for back to school! Afterwards, head on over to Washington Park (51st St. & King Dr.) for free giveaways and other treats!
This weekend’s Movies in the Parks are –
Saturday
“War Room” – Bradley Park (9729 S. Yates Ave.) – Jeffery Manor
“Inside Out” – Ellis Park (707 E. 37th St.) – Douglas
“Jurassic World” – Winnemac Park (5100 N. Leavitt St.) – Lincoln Square
Sunday
“Jaws” – Jonquil Playlot Park (1001 W. Wrightwood Ave.) – Lincoln Park
“Jurassic World” – Wolfe Playground Park (3325 E. 108th St.) – East Side
Will You Be Out There Rockin’ With Us?
SUE MOSS & DEAN’S TEAM CHICAGO
