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CHICAGO — Celebrate Pride with Pride Fest Chicago in Northalsted, special Pride shows with The Neo-Futurist Theater, a 63rd Street Beach celebration and more. There’s also a slew of festivals, including the Magnificent Mile Art Festival along Michigan Avenue, Vegandale in Grant Park, the House of Coffee Music Festival and a summer celebration with the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Plus, Juneteenth festivities are on deck all weekend, from a BBQ and block party at the DuSable Black History Museum to a Boxing Out Negativity community celebration. **Here’s a roundup of 25 things to do in Chicago this weekend:** ## All Weekend ### Vintage On The Avenue 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday The Shops at North Bridge, 520 N. Michigan Ave. Shop high-end vintage clothing, jewelry and more from seven premier local vendors at this three day summer shopping event. There will be pop-ups by vendors including Wine & I, Shytowngirl Vintage, Schlesak Vintage, Suzanne Garner Vintage and JCR Luxury. Learn more and RSVP here. The Neo-Futurists ensemble. Credit: Provided ### Pride With The Neo-Futurists: 30 Queer Plays In 60 Straight Minutes 10:30 p.m. Friday, 7 and 10:30 p.m. Saturday, 7 p.m. Sunday (with ASL interpretation) The Neo-Futurist Theater, 5153 N. Ashland Ave. The Neo-Futurists’ annual Pride tradition returns with 30 “glow’d-up, sweat-soaked, lipstick-smeared, gender euphoric, gay-panic-inducing” plays performed in an hour’s time. On Sunday, all proceeds will go to Pushing Envelopes Chicago, a volunteer-run organization that supports LGBTQ+ and incarcerated individuals through penpal relationships, legal aid and re-entry support. Tickets are $25 or pay-what-you-can. Learn more and buy tickets here. Art on display at a past Magnificent Mile Art Festival on Michigan Avenue. Credit: Provided/Amdur Productions ### The Magnificent Mile Art Festival 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday 875 N. Michigan Ave. This art fest showcases the work of 60 juried artists from around the country, including jewelry, fashion, glass, painting and photography. Admission is free. Learn more here. Vegandale Chicago 2022 at Grant Park. Credit: Provided ### Vegandale 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Grant Park-Butler Field, South Lake Shore Drive and East Monroe Street North America’s largest vegan festival is making its way to Chicago this weekend with more than 100 food, dessert and drink vendors. They’ll be serving up global eats, from Hawaiian to Indian to Chinese to Southern comfort. There will also be live entertainment and interactive art. Learn more, find the full vendor lineup and buy $15 tickets here. A fan cheers at drag queen Derby Lynn Cartwright at the 2019 Chicago Pride Fest. Credit: Facebook/Chicago Pride Fest ### Pride Fest 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Halsted Street from Addison to Grace streets The annual celebration of LGBTQ+ life, culture and community is back with live music across three stages, Chicago drag performances, dance exhibitions, a Youth Pride space for teens and over 150 food and merch vendors. There is a suggested $20 donation upon entry. Learn more here. ## Thursday Fati, lead singer of Patch of Blues, leads her band during Juneteenth celebrations at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center on June 19, 2023. Patch Of Blues is an all female blues band from Chicago. Credit: K'Von Jackson/Block Club Chicago ### Juneteenth BBQ & Block Party 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Thursday DuSable Black History Museum, 740 E. 56th Place This 13th annual Juneteenth celebration offers free admission to the museum, children’s activities, vendors, food trucks and libations. Learn more here. ### North Lawndale Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade 9 a.m. Thursday 1457 S. Kenneth Ave. to 3401 W. Ogden Ave. There will be a free community breakfast, special artist performances and floats at the first North Lawndale Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade. Learn more here. ### Boxing Out Negativity Juneteenth Celebration 3-8 p.m. Thursday 1616 S. Avers Ave. Celebrate freedom, community and culture at Boxing Out Negativity’s Juneteenth street carnival in North Lawndale. There will be food, family-friendly games, food from local vendors, live music and DJs and raffles. Learn more and RSVP for free here. The Summer Nature Festival returns Friday to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Credit: Provided/Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum ### Summer Nature Fest 4-8 p.m. Friday Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N. Cannon Drive Enjoy live animals, live music, nature walks, scientist tables, food vendors and face painting at this indoor/outdoor fest. The family-friendly event also allows visitors to explore the new hands-on exhibit, “By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience.” Learn more and register for $5-$10 here. ## Friday > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by Urban Luxe Cafe (@urban_luxe_cafe_chicago) ### Black Culture Week Job Fair 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday Urban Luxe Cafe, 2911 E. 79th St. Urban Luxe Cafe is hosting a Black Culture Week Job Fair with networking and career opportunities. There will be employers from various industries in attendance, including City of Chicago Human Resources, the Chicago Fire Department, Rush Hospital and the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Guests should register online and attend in business attire. Learn more and sign up here. Attendees at a past Navy Pier music event. Credit: Provided/Navy Pier ### Navy Pier Open Air: CamelPhat 4 p.m. Friday Navy Pier – East End Plaza, 600 E. Grand Ave. English DJ and production duo CamelPhat is performing at Navy Pier this weekend, alongside Massano, Franky Wah, Amari and Yulianna. Tickets start at $50.39 here. ## Saturday > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by Ruth Page Center for the Arts (@ruthpagecenter) ### Ruth Page Center School Of Dance Open House Various classes from 9:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Saturday Ruth Page Center For The Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn St. The Ruth Page Center’s School of Dance is hosting a morning of free pre-dance classes for kids ages 3-7. Families can check out the center and join free dance class trials. Learn more, find the schedule and RSVP to attend here. ### 312 RiverRun 5K 10 a.m.-noon Saturday Clark Park, 3400 N. Rockwell St. Run, walk or stroll a 5K while weaving through various Chicago parks for the fourth annual 312 RiverRun. The course takes participants through Clark, California and Horner Parks for a scenic, family-friendly race day, followed by an afterparty at Burning Bush Brewery, 4014 N. Rockwell St. Registration is $44.52-$55.20, or $44.52 for youth. Proceeds benefit the Clark Park and Horner Park Advisory Councils. Participants will receive a 312 RiverRun bandana and snacks and water. There will also be free gear check for the first 500 registrants. Learn more and sign up here. ### House Of Coffee Music Festival 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday Grant Park – Butler Field, South Lake Shore Drive and East Monroe Street The multi-city House of Coffee Music Festival is stopping by Chicago for an “ultimate daytime party” that blends house music and coffee culture. Sip on unlimited drip coffee, enjoy espresso martinis and coffee cocktails, groove to local and international DJs and enjoy pastries from local bakeries. Tickets are $15-$20 for general admission and $30-$45 for VIP. Learn more and get tickets here. ### Bronzeville Vendor Fair & Wildflower Music Festival 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday 3201 S. State St. At this third annual Bronzeville bazaar, 33rd Street between State and Michigan will transform into an outdoor market and day-long music fest. Shop merchants and makers, dance to local musicians and enjoy kid-friendly activities like a bounce house. Learn more and get free tickets here. > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by Slow Jams For Queer Fam (@slomoparty) ### Color On iPad Workshop With Queer Fam Pride Jam 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday Apple Michigan Avenue, 401 N. Michigan Ave. This Pride-themed workshop hosted by the organizers of Queer Fam Pride Jam offers kids and families to color and draw on pages from a queer parent coloring book. Led by visual artist AndyB, this event is recommended for ages four and older. Learn more and sign up to attend here. ### South Side Fireflies: Kids Music Program 11 a.m. Saturday Arts + Public Life, 301 E. Garfield Blvd. This free early childhood music program introduces toddlers and preschoolers to sound and play through the Earth, Wind and Fire songbook. The family-friendly event is led by teaching artists Shanta Nurullah, Zahra Baker, Angel Bat David and Julian Otis. It’s presented by Arts + Public Life in partnership with Music Moves Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music. Learn more and register for free here. 63rd Street Beach in Woodlawn on June 11, 2025. Credit: Colin Boyle/Block Club Chicago ### Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day 2-7 p.m. Saturday 63rd Street Beach, 6300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive Lighthouse Foundation of Chicagoland is hosting its second annual Black LGBTQ+ Beach Day this weekend with hundreds of attendees, music, food and wellness activities. Learn more and register for free here. Subterranean is a popular live music venue in Wicker Park, hosting iconic rock shows for more than three decades. Credit: Provided ### Daft Disko: A French House & Disco Party 9 p.m. Saturday Subterranean, 2011 W. North Ave. Daft Disko is a French house and disco party inspired by the music of acts such as Daft Punk, Stardust, Breakfast, Justice, Cassius, Kavinsky, DJ Mehdi and The Bucketheads. This is a 21+ event and tickets are $27.98. Learn more and buy tickets here. ## Sunday Participants at a past Climb For Air event by the American Lung Association. Credit: Provided ### Fight For Air Climb Chicago 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Climb 1,600 stairs alongside neighbors to raise funds and awareness for lung health and for people with lung disease. Hosted by the American Lung Association, this all-levels event also features interactive vendor tables, music and cheerleaders. Register online through Thursday for $35 or register on the day of for $50. Learn more and register here. > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by Lakeview Roscoe Village (@lakeviewroscoevillage) ### Lakeview Coffee Stroll 10 a.m. Sunday 1409 W. Addison St. Sample coffee from various Lakeview cafes while strolling and shopping through the neighborhood. Participants will get exclusive discounts at participating retail locations. Tickets start at $31.09 and proceeds support Friends of Lakeview, a nonprofit organization supporting businesses and residents in Lakeview. Learn more and buy tickets here. ### South Shore Juneteenth Pop-Up Shop Noon Sunday Precious Jewels Boutique, 2602 E. 87th St. Enjoy music, food and games at this community event in South Shore. Learn more here. > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by Chi City Bakes (@chicitybakes) ### Chi City Bakes Summer Community Bake Sale Noon-4 p.m. Sunday Gracie O’Malley’s Edgewater, 6334 N. Clark St. Chicago neighbors will be serving up sweet treats at this community bake sale to benefit the Broadway Youth Center. Learn more here. > View this post on Instagram > > A post shared by City Plant Party (@cityplantparty) ### Chicago Plant Party Noon-5 p.m. Sunday Ramova Theatre, 3520 S. Halsted St. Shop more than 30 plant vendors at Ramova’s plant party this weekend, featuring plant shops, propagators, potters and artists. There will also be a vinyl set by Rust Belt Boss Reggae. Tickets are $9.21-$20.51 here. ### Witch-O-Rama Noon-6 p.m. Sunday 1857 W. 16th St. Shop unique small business vendors, get tarot readings, energy cleansing and fresh ink, sip on specialty cocktails or enjoy a drag show at Witch-O-Rama in Pilsen. There will also be food, sweet treats and a raffle. Admission is $3. Learn more here. The Jefferson Park sign as seen on Sept. 12, 2024. Credit: Molly DeVore/Block Club Chicago ### Back Porch Music Series 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, 4822 N. Long Ave. This monthly summer concert series features artists who will perform from the porch of the Esdohr House. This weekend, singer-songwriter, Nashville recording artist and former high school principal Buzz Hunter. This is a free event and happens shortly after the Jefferson Park Sunday Market, “so make a day of it,” organizers say. The market is 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. behind the field house. Guests are also invited to bring lawn chairs and snacks for the show. Learn more here. * * * **Support Block Club’s Birthday!** **Help us get 700 supporters for our 7th birthday** so we can sustain the hyperlocal community journalism you rely on.**As a thank you,when you subscribe today**, we’ll send you a coupon to pick a free T-shirt, tote or print from our merch store! 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