Festival season is here! This weekend, don’t miss Chocolate Fest in Long Grove, Lincoln Park Wine Festival, or the Skokie Festival of Cultures. Plus, enjoy Central Street Evanston’s annual Art Walk and a new exhibit at the Chicago Children’s Museum.
And if you’re hosting a royal wedding watch party, here’s everything you need to know to serve a proper tea.
3rd Annual Central Street Art Walk
May 18-19
Evanston
In celebration of community, art, and commerce, participating Central Street businesses will display paintings, jewelry, photos, and more from local artists.
Chocolate Fest
May 18-20
Long Grove
If you love chocolate, you’ll love this festival featuring chocolate-inspired treats like chocolate cotton candy, chocolate-covered bacon, chocolate funnel cakes, chocolate popcorn, and more. Visitors will also enjoy live music and family activities.
Lincoln Park Wine Festival
May 18-20
Chicago
Chicagoans will be able to sample from more than 80 wines at this expanded annual wine fest. Plus, there will be food, artisans, and DJs.
28th Annual Skokie Festival of Cultures
May 19-20
Skokie
You’ll be able to tour the world right here at home during this two-day festival that will feature ethnic folk music and dance, food, arts and crafts, cultural booths, shopping, and more.
“Boats”
Opens May 19
Chicago
Chicago Children’s Museum’s newest original exhibit will let kids create their own nautical adventure with a variety of boats and boating equipment, props, and clothing. “Boats immerses children in a rich, dramatic play environment that expands their play possibilities and inspires them to explore new perspectives,” says CCM President and CEO Jennifer Farrington.
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Anna Carlson writes the weekly 5 Things to Do column and monthly Recommended Events. A graduate of the University of Missouri, her work has been published in Chicago Parent, Inside Columbia Magazine and Central California Parent Magazine. She is a proud supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
