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Festivals

Hearing live music outside has long been a prized Chicago tradition, especially when the summertime hits.

Imagine the heat, with the breeze kicking in just at sunset and the skyline surrounding you, or maybe just a neighborhood block, complete with a booming stereo system and crowds of people collectively looking in the direction of the stage. Whether it’s Lollapalooza or the SquareRoots festival in Lincoln Square, with the familiar smell of fried food and sunscreen, or simply stretching out on a lawn with some good friends, a picnic, and the stage at a distance, every music lover looks forward to these summer events. Often free and open to the public, and with countless genres represented, there is truly a festival opportunity for everyone this summer.

Just announced: CIty Festivals Dates 2013

Chicago Neighborhood Festivals              May - September

Downtown Sound: New Music Mondays   May 27-July 29

Loops and Variations                             June 13-July 18

Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz         July 25-August 29

30th Annual Chicago Blues Festival        June 6-9

28th Chicago Gospel Music Festival        June 20-23

17th Annual Chicago SummerDance        June 27 – September 15

33rd Annual Taste of Chicago                 July 10-14

35th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival          Aug. 29-Sept 1

15th Annual World Music Festival           September 12-22