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Check out live music around the city with World Music Festival and Riot Fest and quench your thirst (and munchies) at the Independence Park Beer Festival and Sam Adams’ Lakeview Taco Fest.

World Music Festival

When:

Sept. 7-23

Where:

Various locations

How much: Free

The skinny:

A citywide multi-venue celebration of various genres and artists.

Riot Fest

When:

Sept. 14-16

Where:

North Lawndale

How much:

$130 for three-day GA pass

The skinny: A punk rock music fest in Douglas Park.

Independence Park Beer Festival

When:

Sept. 15

Where:

Irving Park

How much:

$40-$50

The skinny:

A neighborhood craft beer, music and grub festival.

Ravenswood ArtWalk

When:

Sept. 15-16

Where:

Ravenswood

How much: Free

The skinny:

Enjoy local art, films, food and booze along Ravenswood Avenue.

Sam Adams’ Lakeview Taco Fest

When:

Sept. 15-16

Where:

Lakeview

How much:

$10 suggested donation

The skinny:

Eat all the tacos you can while you enjoy local beers and music.

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