Archive
Taste of Randolph 2016 Photo Gallery
Commemorating the iconic street festival’s 21st Anniversary, Star Events and WLCO will bring together the biggest and brightest names in Chicago dining, featuring over 18 restaurants exemplary for delectable menus and irresistibly unique flavors. Silver Wrapper has curated a list of the nation’s hottest up-and-coming… Read more
Andersonville Midsommarfest 2016 Photo Gallery
One of Chicago’s most legendary street festivals and Andersonville’s quintessential yearly celebration, Andersonville Midsommarfest, returns for its 52nd year in 2017.
The yearly event, which, according to ChicagoPride, will “help kick off the Chicago summer neighborhood street festival season” will gather enthusiastic Chicagoans for a weekend filled with… Read more
Mole De Mayo 2016 Photo Gallery
Being held at Ashland and 18th Street in Chicago’s historic Pilsen neighborhood, the 8th annual Mole de Mayo festival will feature mole, pitting local chefs and restaurants against one another to find out whose version of the Mexican staple is best. In addition, the outdoor… Read more
Mayfest 2016 Photo Gallery
Chicago’s Mayfest is the annual kick-off event for summer our festival season. Join us this year as we celebrate our 22nd year and we’ll promise to give you a weekend of endless fun.
Our main stage at Mayfest is set up under a BIG-TOP tent, and features… Read more
Tips for keeping safe during Music Festival Season
As Music Festival season quickly approaches, Star Events offers a few tips on how to keep safe while still being able to soak in all the concert fun!
1.BEAT THE HEAT
Hot days and physical exertion, don’t always make the best combo. In order to avoid heat-related… Read more
How to Maximize Your Sales this Summer
As everyone in the festival world is ramping up for the upcoming season, StarEvents offers some great tips on how to maximize your sales this summer. Take a look!
1. One month before the festival:
Mail postcards to your established contact list about the festivals you… Read more
Ways to Gain Loyal Event Attendees
Many great events rely on repeat attendees in order to maintain success year after year. The challenge is providing an unforgettable experience, while also leaving your guests wanting more. If an attendee has a wonderful experience at your event, they will want to return next year… Read more
The Best St. Patrick’s Day Specials in Chicago
St. Patrick's Day falls on a Thursday this year, so you have a whole week to celebrate with St. Patrick's Day specials like green beer, Irish whiskey shots and bar food to soak it all up. These restaurants and pubs are celebrating the Irish holiday… Read more
How to Manage Event Feedback
Post event surveys are the key to staying one step ahead of your attendees and make sure you see both positive and negative aspects of your event.
AcknowledgeBad food? Poor service? No event planner wants to hear these things, but it’s the first step in knowing… Read more