Summer is wrapping up and temperatures are cooling off, but things are still heating up in Chicago this month! For your consideration: a number of fun things to do while traveling in Chicago during the month of September.
Midnight Circus in the Parks is an event that runs from September 10th to October 16th. This is an eclectic group of eccentrics, aerialists, and acrobats performing at various parks all over Chicago for this Big Top event. Check them out at Gately Park, McKinley Park, Oriole Park, Wicker Park, and more! Tickets run from $15-$20 for these midnight events. https://www.timeout.com/chicago/things-to-do/midnight-circus-in-the-parks#tab_panel_3
Renegade Craft Fair takes place in September on the 10th and 11th. Come out to Division Street (between Damen Street and Ashland Avenue) and see the serious crafters selling their art work and hand made goods. You might even find some fantastic holiday gifts while you’re at it! https://www.timeout.com/chicago/things-to-do/renegade-craft-fair-2
Riot Fest Music Festival runs from September 16th to 18th this year and features music, food, fun, and great local beers. It’s located at Douglas Park in Chicago and will have both well known artists like Morrissey and The Misfits performing on the stage, as well as underground and local artists. But the party doesn’t stop when the festival ends each night. The After Party goes on at local venues around the city. Check out their website for more information and to get tickets. https://www.timeout.com/chicago/music/12-acts-you-must-see-at-riot-fest-2016
Taco Fest returns on September 17th and 18th in Lake View, a Chicago suburb. Taco Fest invites local area restaurants to put their best taco forward with their own personal twists on this Mexican favorite. Go to Southport Avenue and Addison Street and stuff your face with tacos! There is an $8 suggested donation. https://www.timeout.com/chicago/events/festivals/lakeview-taco-fest
Chicago Gourmet kicks off on September 23rd and runs through the 25th at Millennium Park. It features tastings, cook offs, and book signings from 6am – 11pm. See their site for details and to buy your day pass or weekend pass. chicagogourmet.org/
Chance the Rapper’s Magnificent Coloring Day is a one-day music festival on Saturday September 24th at US Cellular Field featuring a plethora of hip hop and rap artists from all over the country including EDM heavyweight Skrillex, R&B singer John Legend and Odd Future Head Honcho Tyler the Creator. Alicia Keys, Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, Young Thug and Lil Uzi Vert. The show starts at 1PM and tickets run $35-$150. http://chanceraps.com/
ACTIVATE: with the help of local artists and deejays, the Chicago Loop Alliance throws a party in a nondescript alley each month. It’s a roving event that takes on a new theme. This summer the theme is celebrating each of the five senses. September’s event takes place on the 15th and is free to attend. You can RSVP to receive a free drink when you arrive as well. Check out their website for more information: http://loopchicago.com/activate
Check out 100 Proof Stand Up at CSz Theater for an evening of national and local comedians as they take the stage. This is an ongoing event beginning on September 29th. Tickets are $10. Check out their website for more information and to get tickets: http://www.chicagoplays.com/
ParqEx is a leader in the parking space sharing economy. If you have a parking space you want to rent out, download their app and follow the simple instructions to let the world know. If you are going to be in the Chicago area in September and want to attend one of these fun family friendly events, download the ParkEx app to find reliable parking spaces without spending a lot of dough. Often times you will save money over paying for event parking in public parking lots and garages.
