Head to Chicago for free staged readings at Goodman Theatre and to get a taste of Latin America. Or, stick around the suburbs for a new taco fest, Summerfest or festival of art.
Highwood Days & North Shore Taco Fest
July 20-24
Highwood
Highwood’s oldest festival, Highwood Days, takes place alongside the first ever North Shore Taco Fest. Don’t miss these five days filled with carnival rides, a beer and margarita garden, music and food.
Playwrights Unit
July 21-23
Chicago
Goodman Theatre will present free staged readings of new work from female playwrights. Readings include Jenni Lamb’s “Messina,” a look at balancing work and motherhood, and Kristiana Rae Colón’s “Florissant & Canfield,” set in Ferguson, Missouri. Each reading is free, but reservations are required.
Wilmette Summerfest
July 22-23
Wilmette
Downtown Wilmette will host a sidewalk sale, antique car show, live music, beer and wine garden, and kids’ activities during this annual summer event.
Taste of Latin America
July 23-24
Chicago
Dine on cuisine from Puerto Rico, Honduras, Venezuela, Mexico and more while also enjoying live music, wine tastings (new this year!), cooking demonstrations and arts and crafts.
North Shore Festival of Art
July 23-24
Skokie
Westfield Old Orchard hosts this free Amdur Productions festival with more than 100 juried artists showcasing paintings, photos, jewelry, furniture and more. Plus, dine on food from Uncle Julio’s, Maggiano’s, Shake Shack and Blaze Pizza.
Looking Ahead
- Navy Pier’s Centennial Celebration continues with PEPSI® Tall Ships® Chicago July 27-31. This year’s lineup includes the world’s largest Viking ship as well as vessels from Spain, Canada and the United States. Buy your tickets today!
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