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  • October 2022

  • Mon 10

    Indigenous Peoples Day

    October 10, 2022 @ 8:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    Gary and Laura Maurer Concert Hall 4544 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Two days of dance, music, and other performances to celebrate the Indigenous peoples of the Western Hemisphere. Sky People Entertainment and the Old Town School of Folk Music bring Chicago […]

  • Sun 16
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    Journey Chicago: We Walk: A Celebration of Black Community

    October 16, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    • Alliance Events
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    Douglas Boulevard and Central Park Ave W Douglas Blvd & Central Park Ave, Chicago

    This event is part of Journey Chicago, the Chicago Cultural Alliance's annual citywide festival of cross-cultural events. The Haitian American Museum of Chicago will bring its outdoor, community, traveling exhibition […]

    FREE
  • Fri 21

    Oktoberfest Stammtisch | Open Haus

    October 21, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Dance
    • Food and Drink
    • Talks and Gatherings
    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Cap off your Oktoberfest season at the best fest in town! Our indoor Oktoberfest features live music from Paloma Band of Chicago, authentic German food and drinks, and more! Attendees […]

    $5
  • Sat 29

    Not So Scary, Scary Halloween

    October 29, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    Bronzeville Children's Museum 9301 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Get ready! Our annual “Not So Scary, Scary Halloween ”celebration is BACK! Bring your kids for a great time. Saturday October 29 from 1pm to 3pm! We can’t wait to […]

  • November 2022

  • Sat 5

    Native American Artisan and Craft Fair

    November 5, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Native American Artisan and Craft Fair
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    West Lake Forest Train Station 911 Telegraph Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

    Native American Heritage Month The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce, Native American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois, and North Shore Chapter NSDAR Saturday, […]

    Free
  • Sat 5

    Celebration Dia de los Muertos Y Mercado Artesanal

    November 5, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Dance
    Trickster Cultural Center 190 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL, United States

    Join us, in our collaboration with the Teolecuilli Aztec Dance Group, for a cultural and educational series. Join us with ofrenda y altares, traditional pan de muerto, dances from Peru […]

    FREE
  • Sun 6

    Native American Artisan and Craft Fair

    November 6, 2022 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Native American Artisan and Craft Fair
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    West Lake Forest Train Station 911 Telegraph Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

    Native American Heritage Month The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce, Native American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois, and North Shore Chapter NSDAR Saturday, […]

    Free
  • Sat 12

    42nd Annual Holiday Delight & Kodomo Matsuri

    November 12, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    Japanese American Service Committee 4427 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Family fun for all ages at the 42nd annual Holiday Delight. The festival hosts a wide variety of vendors selling one-of-a-kind goods such as fine art, jewelry, fabric arts, pottery, […]

    Free
  • Sat 12

    The Spirit of Vodou: Understanding the Cosmos

    November 12, 2022 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Talks and Gatherings
    IL, United States

    Did you know that African religions -- some of the 3,000 practiced in the U.S. -- are the fastest growing systems in this country? Learn more and about the theology […]

  • Sat 19

    NAVI-ARTS FESTIVAL 2022

    November 19, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

    On Saturday, November 19th, and Sunday, November 20th, the National Puerto Rican Museum will turn into a free family gathering space that extends through the museum premises, including the galleries. […]

  • Tue 29

    Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

    November 29, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    Trickster Cultural Center 190 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL, United States

    Join us in "Celebrating Native American Heritage Month" with a Trickster Open House on November 29 from 5-7 PM and special guests, Larry Yazzie and Iron Bear.

  • December 2022

  • Fri 2

    Holiday Bingo

    December 2, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Sporting Events
    American Indian Center 3401 West Ainslie Street, Chicago, IL, United States

    Holiday CASH Bingo! Tell your friends, family, and neighbors! The higher in attendance, the higher the payout per game. Coverall will be $200! Food TBD! Mark your calendars!

  • Fri 2

    St. Andrew’s Day Gala “Feast of the Haggis”

    December 2, 2022 @ 6:30 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Bring your passion for Scotland and be part of history as Chicago Scots, the first and oldest charity in Illinois, returns to the Chicago History Museum for our grandest evening of the […]

    $250
  • Sat 3

    Try Your Hand at Calligraphy: A Calligraphy Fair with the Chicago Calligraphy Collective

    December 3, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Exhibitions and Gallery Events
    • Workshops and Classes
    Newberry Library 60 West Walton Street, Chicago, IL, United States

    Calligraphy evolved into a fine art practice in the mid-20th century, and it continues to be reimagined by artists today. To keep the art of beautiful lettering alive, it must […]

    Free
  • Sat 3

    Julmarknad

    December 3, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Julmarknad
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Dance
    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Julmarknad is the Museum’s annual Christmas Bazaar, where traditional Scandinavian and modern handicrafts will be available for purchase. Visit the Children’s Museum for crafts, games and a special visit from […]

  • Sun 4

    Christmas Bazaar and Breakfast

    December 4, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Food and Drink
    Irish American Heritage Center 4626 N. Knox Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Deck the IAHC halls at the annual Christmas Bazaar on Sunday, December 4th from 9am-9pm. Festivities include Mass, breakfast, craft and bake sale, music, dance, children’s activities and visit from […]

    $10 – $20
  • Sun 4

    Julmarknad

    December 4, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Julmarknad
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Dance
    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Julmarknad is the Museum’s annual Christmas Bazaar, where traditional Scandinavian and modern handicrafts will be available for purchase. Visit the Children’s Museum for crafts, games and a special visit from […]

  • Sat 10

    Breakfast with Tomten

    December 10, 2022 @ 9:00 am Breakfast with Tomten
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Food and Drink
    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    One of our most popular family event of the year! Join us on either Saturday or Sunday for a Swedish pancake breakfast with traditional crafts, a special visit from Tomten, […]

  • Sat 10

    NATIVE AMERICAN HOLIDAY ART & GIFT MARKET

    December 10, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    American Indian Center 3401 West Ainslie Street, Chicago, IL, United States

    NATIVE AMERICAN HOLIDAY ART & GIFT MARKET SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2022 10AM-5PM LIVE DRUM & DANCE EXHIBITION (12PM & 3PM) INDIAN TACO SALE (11AM-4PM) ART VENDOR SPACE AVAILABLE (ONE 8' […]

  • Sat 10

    DANK HAUS WEIHNACHTSMARKT-INDOOR CHRISTMAS MARKET

    December 10, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    • Cultural Festivals and Fairs
    • Food and Drink
    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Come join us for a warm indoor Weihnachtsmarkt with German-inspired Christmas shopping, Glühwein, food, music and more! Our Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market) takes place on Saturday, December 10th, 2022 from 11:00am to 6:00pm. We will have German […]

    $5
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