Let’s hope May brings more sunshine after Chicago’s rainiest spring on record. At least the city looks beautiful in full bloom!
May marks the start of the season for events and festivals, with highlights like Maifest in Lincoln Square and the opening of outdoor farmers’ markets across many Chicago neighborhoods. The lakefront is becoming increasingly popular for walking and biking by both locals & visitors alike.
It is a great month to enjoy patio dining and take advantage of the city’s cultural scene before the summer crowds arrive. Locals know that it doesn’t really get & warm until July in Chicago, so bringing layers is a good idea.
Note that the events listed here, without dates, run through May and some extend beyond. Check back often, as I keep adding to this list.
Until May 3 Doc10 Film Festival
May 3 Chicago Artisan Market
May 9 Chicago Pickle Fest
Until May 10 Glow Wild: A Lantern Festival of Hope
Until May 10 I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
May 15 & 16 Lincoln Park Mayfest
May 16 Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk
Until May 16 MoCP at Fifty: Collecting Through the Decades
May 17 Maxwell Street Market
May 22, 23 & 24 Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
May 23 Chicago Memorial Day Parade
May 23 & 24 Oddball Market
May 23 & 24 Sueños Music Festival
May 23 & 24 Warm Love Cool Dreams
May 24 & 25 Randolph Street Market
May 29, 30 & 31 Do Division Street Fest
May 29, 30 & 31 Maifest in Lincoln Square
May 29, 30 & 31 Windy City Hot Dog Fest
Crafting Character: The Costumes of Paul Tazewell