This week, head to the iconic Taste of Greektown, and if you’re up for more exploring, check out Logan Square Food Truck Social, Bucktown Arts Fest or Villapalooza.
When:
Through Aug. 30
Where: Loop
How much: $11 per showing
The skinny:
Check out Chicago’s annual showcase of films that relate to the African-American, black African and African diaspora experience.
When:
Aug. 23-26
Where: Lakeview
How much:
$15 single tickets; Passes $40-$60
The skinny:
Women prove once again that they can and will be funny with more than 500 performers across 80 shows.
Logan Square Food Truck Social
When:
Aug. 24-26
Where: Logan Square
How much:
$5 suggested donation
The skinny:
Get your mobile eats on while listening to live music programmed by the Empty Bottle.
When:
Aug. 24-26
Where:
Near West Side
How much: $5 suggested donation
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The skinny: The acclaimed annual culinary fest returns to Halsted Street with live music and entertainment for the whole family.
When:
Aug. 25-26
Where: Bucktown
How much: Free
The skinny:
A nonprofit festival dedicated to local Bucktown artists.
When:
Aug. 25-26
Where:
West Town
How much:
Suggested donation $5
The skinny:
A celebration of Ukrainian Independence Day that showcases live music, dance performances and food.
When: Aug. 25
Where:
South Lawndale
How much: Free
The skinny:
Free, all-day, all-ages music festival that features performances from local and international musicians.
Wicker Park Bucktown Summer Sidewalk Sales
When:
Aug. 25-26
Where: Wicker Park and Bucktown
How much: Free
The skinny:
Shop until you drop as dozens of businesses along Damen Avenue, Division Street, North Avenue and Milwaukee Avenue host special promotions. There will also be a neighborhood fashion show and live music.
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