THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – A “Tasteful” Summertime Experience Awaits!
A “tasteful” summertime experience awaits you with the arrival of milder and less humid temps for your weekend outdoors!
There’s no better way to begin your “tasteful” experience than at the The Taste of Chicago; held every summer since 1980 at Grant Park (337 E. Randolph St.) in The Loop. Known as the nation’s premier outdoor food festival, the Taste not only showcases the diversity of Chicago’s favorite restaurants with an array of delicious food, but it also features chef demonstrations, music, exciting activities for the entire family and much more. Check it out from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday!
The Chicago Margarita Festival heads to its new location at Navy Pier (600 E. Grand Ave.) in the Streeterville neighborhood this Saturday (tastings 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.) and Sunday (12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.). This year’s outdoor festival will feature multiple DJs blending beach and island sounds along with live music, dancing, Chicago food trucks, a fireworks show over Lake Michigan on Saturday and of course, margarita tastings! So, head to the Pier for a fun day off the beach!!
Returning for its 11th tasteful, mouth-watering anniversary, the Roscoe Village Burger Fest is being held at Fellger Park (2000 W. Belmont Ave.) in the Roscoe Village neighborhood this Saturday and Sunday (11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.). More than a dozen local restaurants will be throwing the tastiest party around along with two stages of non-stop music, a fun-filled Kid’s Zone, artists and merchants, and the Plus Critics’ Choice and Visitor “Best Burger” Awards! Fire up those grills!!
The Square Roots Craft Brew & Music Festival sets up shop in the Lincoln Square neighborhood at 4700 N. Lincoln Ave. between Montrose & Wilson this Saturday (12:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.) and Sunday (12:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.). Live entertainment on 4 stages (2 indoor/2 outdoor), more than 40 selections from the best Chicago and regional craft breweries, eclectic cuisine from amazing Lincoln Square and Ravenswood restaurants, and a local market of unique products and fine art from regional vendors and retailers makes this 6th annual fest a cut above your typical food and music festival!
Explore the cultural offerings of the West Town neighborhood at its annual West Fest this Saturday and Sunday (12:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.) at Chicago and Damen Avenues. This street festival features neighborhood retailers and restaurants, fine artists, crafters, a live music stage, DJs and two specialty fests within the fest! Kid Fest (12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. both days) on Wolcott Street offers quality children and family activities and Pet Fest (12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. both days) with proceeds benefitting Alive Rescue and One Tail at a Time!!
The 32nd annual Irish American Heritage Festival is this Saturday (12:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.) and Sunday (12:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.) at the Irish American Heritage Center (4626 N. Knox Ave.) in the Mayfair neighborhood. In addition to a great music lineup of local and international Irish and American music, this festival is packed with Irish and American food and drink, step dancing, cultural exhibits, kid’s activities, vendors selling Irish gifts, contests for adults & kids, and much, much more! Come get your Irish on!!
This weekend’s Chicago’s Movies in the Park are:
Saturday
The Secret Life of Pets – Ken-Well Park (2945 N. Kenosha Ave.) – Hermosa
Queen of Katwe – Loyola Park (1230 W. Greenleaf Ave.) – Rogers Park
Jaws – Oz Park (2021 N. Burling St.) – Lincoln Park
Will You Be Working Your “Taste” Buds This Weekend? Bon Appétit!!
