The summer festival season in Chicago is upon us, and this weekend is no exception. From blues to art, the next few days will have something for everyone to…
The summer festival season in Chicago is upon us, and this weekend is no exception. From blues to art, the next few days will have something for everyone to enjoy.anniversary run starting at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Ramova Theatre with performances from Shemekia Copeland and Ronnie Baker Brooks.
Starting Friday, and continuing through Sunday, the event moves to Millennium Park, where three stages will be set up to host over 35 performances featuring over 250 artists throughout the course of the weekend, according to the city of Chicago website. The three stages include the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, the Visit Mississippi Juke Joint Stage, and the Rosa’s Lounge stage.
Thursday is a free admission “community day,” featuring arts, carnival, music, dancing, and appearances from Boricua influencers Dean Huertas and Funky Bacalao. Saturday is the people’s parade down Division Street, with live music in the park during and after. Tickets are $10, and tickets to the 21+ VIP Lounge are $55.th
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