Chicago Events

Chicago has many annual events that take place. These include:

AEM's New Year's Eve Gala at Navy Pier
Botanic Gardens Antiques & Garden Fair
Celtic Fest
Chicago Marathon
Crosstown Classic
Chicago Air & Water Show
Chicago Antiques Fair
Chicago Blues Festival
Chicago Country Music Festival
Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Chicago Improv Festival
Chicago Jazz Festival
Chicago Venetian Night
Gay Pride Parade
Grant Park Free Concerts
Latino Film Festival
Saint Patrick's Day parade - The Chicago River turns green!
Tall Ships
Taste of Chicago - Annual event in the week leading up to U.S Independence Day holiday in which hundreds of restaurateurs sell samples in Grant Park while bands play (usually several headlining acts of nationally popular artists). This event draws millions each year.
Bud Billiken Parade and Picnic - Chicago's main African American public event
Gay Pride Parade - A parade to celebrate being gay or celebrate those who are gay. Similar to all pride parades in major cities around the world. Runs on N. Halsted St. in Lakeview for most of the parade.

'Neighborhood Street Festivals

Annual events from May through September occurring in the various Chicago neighborhoods. These include: