West Loop Summer Fest
See yacht-rock and tropical inspired tribute bands and enjoy tasty food and beverages at this annual festival in the West Loop.
Event cost: Contact for details
Event time: noon-10 p.m. July 9-10, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/west-loop-summer-fest/
Roscoe Village Burger Fest
Come out to this festival to try and vote for Chicago's Best Burger. In addition to food, there will be music, arts/crafts and a "Kids' Zone" for children and families to enjoy.
Event Cost: $10 suggested donation
Event times: 5-10 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday July 15-17, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/roscoe-village-burger-fest/
Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Enjoy a main stage with local and regional entertainment, food, arts and crafts and more.
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Event Times: Noon-10 p.m. July 22-24, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/taste-lincoln-avenue/
Lincolnwood Fest
This fest features live music, carnival rides, games, BINGO, classic car show, arts and crafts and more.
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Event time: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, 5-11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday July 28-31, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/lincolnwood-fest/
Jeff Fest
This annual fest, also known as the Jefferson Park Arts and Music Festival, offers food, music and a kids zone with fun, family activities.
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Event Times: 5-10 p.m. Friday, 2-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, July 29-31, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/jeff-fest/
Chicago Hot Dog Fest
This three-day festival offers hot dogs and other various foods, activities for kids, live music shows and much more. Organized by The Chicago History Museum.
Event Cost: $5/suggested donation or $20/family suggested donation; fees for food
Event Times: Aug. 5-7, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/chicago-hot-dog-fest-lincoln-park/
Retro on Roscoe
This 25th annual event is a great time for families, music enthusiasts and Gen X'ers to celebrate. There will be live music on three stages, antique vendors and merchants and a family area. The family area features inflatables, face painting, balloon artists, rides, crafts and more.
Event Cost: $10 suggested donation
Event times: 5-10 p.m. Friday; noon-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Aug. 12-14, 2002
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/retro-on-roscoe-chicago/
Ribfest Chicago
Enjoy ribs and other food and listen to bands while the kids hang out at "Kids Square" featuring entertainment, inflatables and games. Plus, celebrity-judged "Best Ribs" award and amateur and professional rib-eating competitions.
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Event Times: 5-10 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Aug. 19-21, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/ribfest-chicago/
Taste of Greektown
This annual event returns for its 31st year. It features Greek food, music and entertainment, including Greek bands, artisans and games for both kids and families.
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Event Times: 4-10 p.m. Friday and noon-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Aug. 26-28, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/event-taste-greektown/
Lakeview Taco Fest
The taco gets the spotlight treatment at this fest in the heart of the Southport Corridor. In addition to tacos and music, features beer and taco pairings, Mexican wrestlers, a kids' activity area and arts/crafts.
Event Cost: $10 suggested donation
Event Times: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 17-18, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/lakeview-taco-fest/
Evanston Art Fest
Shop from over 130 juried artists from around the country at this annual event. For three days, art lovers will have the opportunity to see the masters at work with live art demonstrations along with one-on-one booth chats.
Event Cost: Free
Event times: Noon-5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Aug. 19-21, 2022
https://www.chicagoparent.com/events/evanston-art-big-fork-festival/