Chicago June 2024

Chicago June 2024 Events

Chicago June 2024 Events

Chicago in June is an Extravaganza of Events and Festivals

Average temperature low and high: 53°-66°
In June, Chicago is the belle of the Midwest ball, donning her best weather for you. Fancy a run with the critters? "Run for the Zoo" invites you to scamper amidst animal habitats. Blues your groove? The world's largest Blues Festival has you covered. A smorgasbord of events await: Swedish culture at Andersonville Midsommarfest, a sizzling Pride Bar Crawl, the genre-hopping Heatwave Music Festival, the colorful Pride Fest, and the drool-worthy Food Truck Fest. Pack your dancing shoes and an appetite.

June Event Calendar

Run for the Zoo

Run for the Zoo

Run for the Zoo is celebrating its 46th year, raising money for the Lincoln Park Zoo. Athletes of all levels can participate in a 5K, 10K, or even a kid's course. Participants can choose to run or walk the path, and all proceeds benefit the zoo's programs and conservation efforts. The course winds through the zoo, allowing participants to admire the animals and habitats. The finish line celebration includes food and an awards ceremony. Choose your race and sign up today.

Chicago Blues Festival

Chicago Blues Festival

Considering the city's rich blues culture, the annual, world-famous Chicago Blues Festival is an event you don't want to miss. This admission-free, 4-day fest is a celebration of the past, present, and future of blues music with performances from popular and upcoming blues musicians. Hosted by the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, it is the largest music festival in Chicago and the largest blues festival in the world.

Country Day Party: Brunch, Booze & Live Music

Country Day Party: Brunch, Booze & Live Music

Chicago country day drinking party with a brunch buffet, beer, bloody marys, mimosas, live music and giveaways. Dress in cowboy boots and daisy dukes for a fun day with friends. Your tickets also include freebies such as DoorDash cash, Bitcoin, food from Ritual and more. All offers are valid for first-time users only and are subject to change without notice.

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Summerfest

Summerfest

Take part in one of Milwaukee’s most popular events. Summerfest is celebrating its 56th anniversary with three weekends of musical entertainment. 

Summerfest includes 12 stages featuring over 1,000 performances and 800 acts, making this a festival unlike any other. Enjoy the musical stylings of local artists and famous musicians such as Carly Rae Jepsen and Keith Urban. 

In addition, Summerfest presents numerous food vendors, beverage options, and a unique shopping selection. Other interactive experiences include face painting, henna, and tie-dye. 

Summerfest takes place Thursday through Saturday on three consecutive weekends: June 20-22, June 27-29, and July 4-6, 2024, from noon to midnight. There are multiple ticket options, ranging from general admission to multi-day passes.

Strawberry Festival

Strawberry Festival

Take a trip to Historic Downtown Long Grove for this sweet annual event. Strawberry Fest is a tradition that's been around for decades, and it's returning to its pre-pandemic scale. There will be live music, activities, and of course, lots of local restaurants and chefs serving strawberry-inspired cuisine. Admission information will be announced soon.

Chicago Pride Fest

Chicago Pride Fest

The weekend before Chicago's big Pride Parade, the city puts on an annual 2-day festival. Each year, Pride Fest is huge. This celebration of equality, love, and the LGBTQ+ community will feature live music performances across 3 stages, drag shows, over 100 arts/merchant vendors, a pet parade, DJs, dancing, and more.

Chicago Events in June

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Things to do in Chicago

Things to Do in Chicago in June

Kayak Down the Chicago River

Kayak Down the Chicago River
Chicago is awesome for outdoor lovers too. Consider going for a Kayak ride down the Chicago River; there are tons of places you can go to get a unique view of the city's skyline and surrounding nature areas.

Visit the Smart Museum of Art

Visit the Smart Museum of Art
While you're in town, make a stop at this museum on the University of Chicago's campus. The David and Alfred Smart Museum of Art has a permanent collection of 15,000 works of art, often used for students at the university, but also open for public viewing.