Honor all things creative this week with Expo Chicago, Edgewater Arts Festival and Hyde Park Jazz Festival.
When:
Sept. 27-30
Where:
Near North Side
How much:
Single day pass: $20; Three-day pass: $30
The skinny:
Kick off fall art season at this exposition of contemporary and modern art.
When:
Sept. 28-29
Where:
Hyde Park
How much: $5 suggested donation
The skinny:
A two-day festival showcasing the finest local jazz.
When:
Sept. 28-29
Where: Logan Square
How much: $5 suggested donation
The skinny: Revolution Brewing’s annual celebration of food, music and, of course, beer.
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When:
Sept. 28-30
Where:
Lakeview
How much:
$50 for 20 samples
The skinny:
Handmade bratwursts, cold beer and authentic German music.
When:
Sept. 29-30
Where:
Loop
How much:
$40+
The skinny:
The 11th anniversary of the swankiest (and most delicious) Chicago festival.
When:
Sept. 29-30
Where:
Edgewater
How much:
$5 suggested donation
The skinny:
This neighborhood arts festival features local and visiting artists.