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Chicago Mayfest

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Friday May 17, 2024 5pm - 10pm
Saturday May 18, 2024 12pm - 10pm
Sunday May 19, 2024 12pm - 9pm
 
Chicago's First Festival of the Summer
Location
Lincoln Park 1000 W Armitage Ave
CHICAGO, IL
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Chicago Mayfest has been a staple of the community for 27 incredible years, and this year promises to be the best one yet! From May 17th to May 19th, prepare to experience a weekend full of all the best Chicago has to offer in both art and music, as we kickoff the summer season with a bang in the heart of Lincoln Park.

Join us as we turn every inch of Armitage into an endless celebration showcasing all the amazing talent and businesses based in Chicago! Featuring two stages of the city’s most acclaimed bands and up-and-coming house talent. Indulge your taste buds with mouthwatering bites from your favorite local restaurants, browse through endless paintings and sculptures in the Armitage Art Show, discover unique treasures and one-of-a-kind finds at our artisan market.

Mayfest contributes to the vibrant tapestry of the surrounding community. Proceeds from this event benefit the Ranch Triangle Community Conservation Association, supporting their advocacy for the betterment of the beloved Lincoln Park community. By attending this event, you’re supporting their efforts to promote small businesses along the Armitage, Halsted and Clybourn shopping areas, improve schools, and grow both existing and new parks in the area. Together, let’s help make a difference in our city!

 

Live Music & Entertainment

The Schedule

The West Stage @ racine

FRIDAY, May 17th

8:00PM  Too Hype Crew

6:00PM  Kashmir

SATURDAY, May 18th

8:00PM Dancing Queen:

An Abba Salute

5:00PM The Ron Burgundys

3:00PM Motown Nation

1:00PM Jagged Little Pill

12:00PM Atomic

SUNDAY, May 19th

7:00PM 16 Candles

5:00PM Boy Band Night

3:00PM 7th Heaven 

1:00PM FiddleRock

12:00PM UpBeat Music & Arts

the East Stage @ sheffield

FriDAY, May 17th

9:00PM Monty Kiddo

7:45PM Nick C

6:00PM DJ G-String

SATURDAY, may 18th

9:00PM Nicky B

8:00PM Nsquared

7:00PM Witz

4:30PM Charlie Otto

3:00PM Robby Celestin Duo

1:30PM I Guess So

12:00PM Miss Foozie’s Pet Parade

SUNDAY, May 19th

8:00PM Mr. Simpson

7:00PM Jon Alfaro

4:30PM Timothy Triplett

2:30PM Tron Action

1:00PM Lisa Love

“The Whiskey Tasting was amazing! I went with all of my friends and we spent the whole day there, enjoying the food and bands. Two Hype Crew always brings the party, we could have danced for hours. I can’t wait for next year!”
–  2023 FESTIVAL ATTENDEE

“I consider Mayfest the official start to Chicago summer. I always have the best time getting together with friends to watch the bands and drink sangria all night long. If you are looking for something to do that weekend, you should definitely go!”
–  2023 FESTIVAL ATTENDEE

The Armitage Art Show This Year's Artists

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TIMELINE

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 30, 2024
($50 Late Fee for any application turned in after deadline)

ACCEPTANCE EMAILS: Rolling Acceptances 

LOAD IN DETAILS:  May 7, 2024

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If emailing your application, please send as an attachment to: [email protected]

If mailing your application, please mail to:
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1609 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Getting to Mayfest

Location

Sheffield @ armitage NEAR THE Armitage BROWN LINE STOP

FROM CTA TRAINS
Mayfest is located at the corner of Armitage & Sheffield, closest to the Armitage Brown Line stop.

FROM CTA BUSES
If you’re coming from the west or east, the CTA #73 bus will drop you off closest to Mayfest.

FROM NORTHWEST SUBURBS
Take I-90 towards Chicago all the way to W Armitage Ave in Chicago. Take exit 48A from I-90 E and head west on W Cortland St until you get to Armitage and then head East to Racine.

FROM SOUTHWEST SUBURBS
Follow I-88 E, I-294 N and I-90 E to North Ave in Chicago. Take exit 48B from I-90 E and head East to N Sheffield Ave. Then, go North to Armitage.

 

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