• Elternabend on the Terrace: A Parent’s Night Out

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Need a night out, but don’t know what to do with the kids? DANK has you covered! Join us on Thursday, May 19  from 6-8 pm for a parent's night out. We will provide childcare and fun, enriching activities at the Haus for your kids, while you get to enjoy drinks, dinner, and the view of the […]

    $15 – $35
  • Closing Reception: Sichtverrückt.Lost and Found

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Join us in the DANK Haus's new first-floor gallery space, the DANK Treffpunkt, for the final chance to view Beate Axmann's exhibition Sichtverrückt.Lost and Found. If you attended the opening reception, be sure to stop in for the closing – new artworks will be shown as they are added over the course of the exhibition.

    Free
  • Open Haus Stammtisch – Maifest on the Terrasse

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Friday, May 20th is a night of fun at our Open Haus! This month’s theme is Maifest on the Terrace! We will have German Bier on tap and food for purchase! Our Open Haus is a great way to meet new friends, or bring your friends and introduce them to the Haus! This event is […]

    Free admission; drinks available for purchase
  • Neighborhood Nights

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Come enjoy a beverage with a spectacular experience in our iconic 2nd floor Brauhaus Room! A perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize. Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM. Proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum RSVP here: https://dankhaus.com/event-4491654

    Free admission; drinks available for purchase
  • Maifest | Celebrate with the DANK Haus!

    DANK Haus Small Bar at Maifest 4715 N. Western Ave. (the parking lot at Leland/Western)

    We're so excited to see Maifest happening again this year after years off due to the pandemic! DANK Haus will be there, running the smaller bar at 4715 N. Western Ave. Support the DANK Haus during the festival with purchases at our bar! We welcome all to stop by, say hi and learn more about […]

    Drinks available for purchase
  • Opening Reception: Harry Ahn: ‘I am not worthless, just homeless’

    Korean Cultural Center of Chicago 9925 Capitol Dr, Wheeling, IL, United States

    Ahn’s affinity for people who are struggling came from his own experiences as a refugee in Korea. In all his rendering of the homeless, we are called to recognize the worth and dignity of every human being, knowing that each has untold stories behind their homelessness.

  • Midsommarfest

    Midsommarfest

    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    For three nights and two days, this vibrant and diverse community will bring together over 75,000 people to celebrate a proud Swedish summer tradition with eclectic music, great vendors, food and free kids’ activities. Midsommarfest kicks off Friday, June 10, 5 p.m. -10 p.m. from Catalpa to Foster and continues Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, […]

  • Piyesta Pinoy (Philippine Fest)

    Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    PIYESTA PINOY IS BACK IN-PERSONI SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, June 11, 2022 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT The Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL We are very happy to announce that Piyesta Pnoy will be back in-person after 2 years off due to the pandemic. This will be […]

    FREE
  • Midsommarfest

    Midsommarfest

    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    For three nights and two days, this vibrant and diverse community will bring together over 75,000 people to celebrate a proud Swedish summer tradition with eclectic music, great vendors, food and free kids’ activities. Midsommarfest kicks off Friday, June 10, 5 p.m. -10 p.m. from Catalpa to Foster and continues Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, […]

  • Midsommarfest

    Midsommarfest

    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    For three nights and two days, this vibrant and diverse community will bring together over 75,000 people to celebrate a proud Swedish summer tradition with eclectic music, great vendors, food and free kids’ activities. Midsommarfest kicks off Friday, June 10, 5 p.m. -10 p.m. from Catalpa to Foster and continues Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, […]

  • 2022 Scottish Festival & Highland Games

    Hamilton Lakes Park Blvd. & Pierce Road, Itasca, IL, United States

    The CHICAGO SCOTS invite you to join us for the Midwest's Largest Scottish Event, the 36th annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games. About this event Kids enter for FREE for the much anticipated return of the 36th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games features an extravaganza of activities and attractions - from the Caber Toss […]

  • Open Haus Stammtisch | Schlagernacht with Pieptone!

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    It's time for another Schlagernacht with live entertainment by Pieptone! For those unfamiliar with the band, Pieptone! plays German-language pop hits, rarities, and oddities of the 1950s and 60s, everyone from pop idols of the day like Rex Gildo, Gitte, and Peter Alexander to American stars like Connie Francis and Chubby Checker. There will be […]

    $10
  • JUNETEENTH AT THE HOUSE

    South Side Community Art Center 3831 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    SSCAC CELEBRATES JUNETEENTH WITH MUSIC, POETRY, COMEDY, AND FAMILY ART MAKING ACTIVATIONS – FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! FAMILY ART MAKING ACTIVITIES: 12 – 2PM  *POLAROID PHOTO ACTIVATION *CYANOTYPE ACTIVATION *LIMITED EDITION TOTE BAG LAUNCH FEATURING THE WORK OF ARTIST BRANDON BREAUX *PRINT WORKS BY ARTIST ERIC VON HAYNES *PHOTO ACTIVATION WITH ARTIST CATALYST CECIL […]

    FREE
  • Kulturküche with Carol | Rahm Schnitzel

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    We are so excited to offer an in-person cooking class with Lincoln Square's own Chef Carol Himmel of Himmel's restaurant! She will be teaching students how to make Rahm Schnitzel, a delectable pork tenderloin in a mushroom cream gravy and one of the restaurant's most popular dishes! Have you ever wondered the best way to […]

    $25 – $30
  • Neighborhood Nights

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Come enjoy a beverage with a spectacular experience in our iconic 2nd floor Brauhaus Room! A perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize. Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM. Proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum. RSVP here: https://dankhaus.com/event-4491654

    FREE; drinks available for purchase
  • Sommerfest on the Terrasse

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Are you ready for summer? We sure are! Come celebrate the arrival of summer with us at the DANK Haus! Our very first Sommerfest will be taking place on the terrace Friday, June 24th from 6-10 PM! The beer will be cold and the brats will be hot! Cool off with a drink while you […]

    $1 – $22
  • Ida B. Wells Festival

    Light of Truth Ida B. Wells National Monument 3729 South Langley Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

    IDA B. WELLS FESTIVAL - A CELEBRATION FOR ALL AGES. Family fun to enjoy poetry, music, hopscotch, face painting, Panel Discussion 1PM SATURDAY, June 25, 2022 8am - 2pm at Ida B. Wells National Monument 37th & Langley Celebrating her 160th Birthday 8:00am - 9:00am : Morning Meditation and Healing Ritual Led by Sylvia Ewing - […]

    FREE
  • Unter 30 | Under 30 Haus Party

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! COME OUT FOR A (FREE – KOSTENLOS) EVENT WITH TODAY'S HOTTEST GERMAN/EURO/U.S. HITS, FOOD, DRINKS, AND MORE. This event will be fun for college students, young professionals, au pairs, exchange students, and young adults interested in contemporary German culture or wants to have a fun night out! We'll have ping pong, […]

    Free entry; drinks and food available for purchase
  • LAWNDALE Block Party

    2652 W Ogden Ave 2652 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    The LAWNDALE Block Party hosted by Sinai Chicago is meant to bring people from North Lawndale and South Lawndale together to promote Wellness and Unity in our community. The event is FREE and open to the community! We invite you to join us on July 9th from 10am to 2pm at Ogden Commons Parking Lot […]

    FREE
  • Barrio Arts Festival

    Barrio Arts Festival

    The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

    The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is organizing the 22nd edition of its signature festival called BARRIO ARTS FEST! This yearly summer event brings together a selection of local artists, merchants, craft makers, food vendors, dancers, and music performers and family workshop activities for the community to enjoy. During the weekend of […]