Food, music, architecture, and art… The city of Chicago really does have it all, but there’s a reason why us locals always tell our friends and family to come visit in the summer. So what makes summer in Chicago so special?

Chicago summer street festivals of course! Starting before Memorial Day and stretching beyond the kiddies returning to school, you can find city streets blocked off and tourists and locals alike heading out each weekend to the many neighborhoods that comprise the Windy City for the best food, drink, crafts, and music each community has to offer.

So how do you get to see it all this summer, and then some? Our handy guide details the best festivals in the city...

Our Favorite Summer Festivals

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