
Party at a Chicago street festival
It's summer, so there's probably a street fest happening near your neighborhood on any given weekend.
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Experience the summer in Chicago you deserve with our guide to festivals, beaches, rooftops and more.
Welcome to summer, Chicago! We've only got a few precious months of warm weather and long days to enjoy, so let us help you make the most of it with our guide to the city's best season. A few ideas: Maximize your time outside at rooftop bars and restaurants, catch outdoor movies in city parks, sample bites at the newly revamped Taste of Chicago festival and spend your weekends dancing to live music at the best summer festivals in Chicago. And if you're looking for free things to do in Chicago, it's tough to beat a long day at the beach! Summer won't stick around forever—scroll through and get ready to explore the best of the city's warm weather offerings.
It's summer, so there's probably a street fest happening near your neighborhood on any given weekend.
Spend some time on the city's gorgeous lakefront this summer.
Grab a buddy, some blankets and some snacks!
Grab tickets for Lolla, Pitchfork, Riot Fest and more.
Snag food and drinks by the river or lake at these waterfront spots.
Order cocktails and beers to enjoy high above the city's streets.
Soak up the AC while you explore galleries filled with amazing art.
There's only one thing that can truly cool you down on a scorching-hot summer day.
Everything tastes better when you're eating outside.
Enjoy the bounty of the Midwest!
Appreciate architectural wonders from a new vantage point.
A warm, sunny day is the ideal time to explore Chicago's public installations.
Check out some of Chicago's longest trails and go for an extended ride.
Worthwhile destinations that you can visit in a weekend—no vacation time required.
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