Honor Chicago’s diverse cultures this week with the Lincoln Park Greek Fest, Taste of Mexico in Little Village and Hyde Park Brew Fest.
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When:
May 31-June 3
Where: Lincoln Square
How much: Free
The skinny:
Celebrate the arrival of spring in a traditional German way. Enjoy German foods, live music and dancing.
When: June 1-2
Where: Loop
How much:
$20-$79
The skinny:
The name says it all. Come sample all of the finest Chicago ales in one place.
When:
June 1-2
Where: Loop
How much: Free
The skinny: Be moved by the music at this celebration of urban gospel.
When: June 1-3
Where: West Town
How much:
$10 donation
The skinny:
This street fest and sidewalk sale features two live music stages, a family stage, a variety of local vendors and food, beer and wine, kid’s activities, a fashion show and more.
When: June 1-3
Where: Lincoln Park
How much:
Free – donations accepted
The skinny:
Check out the fest bringing the aromas, sounds, tastes and traditions of Greece to Lincoln Park.
When:
June 1-10
Where: Edgewater
How much: Free to $30
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The skinny: Participate in the sixth annual celebration of innovation in theater, dance, music and puppetry.
When: June 1-3
Where: South Lawndale
How much: $3.75 for kiddie rides and $7.50 for adults
The skinny:
The food and music happenings include Mexican fare from nearly a dozen Chicago restaurants, live music, cooking demonstrations, carnival rides and crafts.
When: June 2-3
Where: Hyde Park
How much: Free
The skinny:
It’s a two-day outdoor celebration of the visual arts. Enjoy art, music and lectures at this event featuring local arts organizations.
Chicago Alternative Comics Expo (CAKE)
When: June 2-3
Where: Boystown
How much: Free
The skinny:
Fans of comics and independent publications flock to this weekend exposition that includes workshops, discussions and many opportunities to support writers and publishers.
When: June 2-3
Where: Hyde Park
How much: $30
The skinny:
The fifth year of the Hyde Park Brew Fest combines booze and music producers. Enjoy food, music and vendors while sampling more than 50 beers and ciders.
When:
June 2-3
Where: Lincoln Park
How much:
$35-$55
The skinny:
Get your hands (and face) messy at this outdoor chicken wing block party offering all-you-can-eat wings from the top vendors in the city.
Chicago Underground Film Festival
When:
June 6-10
Where: Logan Square
How much:
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$80-$200
The skinny: The longest running underground film festival in the world features experimental, independent and documentary movies from around the globe.