30 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Taste Of Chicago, Square Roots, Chosen Few DJs And More
Chicago's summer festival season is in full swing as major city events draw crowds this weekend.
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The brief
Major outdoor festivals including Taste of Chicago and Windy City Smokeout have officially commenced. Additional local events scheduled for the weekend include Square Roots and the Chosen Few DJs.
Coverage from NBC 5 Chicago, the Chicago Tribune, the Chicago Sun-Times, ABC7 Chicago, and Block Club Chicago highlights a diverse mix of food, live entertainment, and cultural programming. Outlets are specifically showcasing international food offerings and themed events like the Godzilla exhibit in Rosemont.
Observers are looking toward the weekend to see how the combination of recurring festivals and niche events impacts city traffic and attendance. Specific operational details for these events remain the focus of ongoing local reporting.
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Quick answers
What major festivals are taking place?
The current festival lineup includes Taste of Chicago, Windy City Smokeout, Square Roots, and the Chosen Few DJs.
Are there events outside of the main festivals?
Yes, coverage notes additional activities such as a Godzilla exhibit located in Rosemont.
What is the primary focus of the Taste of Chicago this year?
Reporting emphasizes the city's international food scene and specific featured dishes.
Coverage (5)
- 2 iconic summer festivals begin: What to know about the Taste of Chicago, Windy City Smokeout NBC 5 Chicago · 1d ago
- What to do in Chicago: Taste of Chicago, Windy City Smokeout and all things Godzilla in Rosemont Chicago Tribune · 1d ago
- Taste of Chicago 2026 shows off city’s international food scene. Here are 5 must-try dishes. Chicago Sun-Times · 1d ago
- City summer festival season 2026: Taste of Chicago, Windy City Smokeout kick off with food, entertainment ABC7 Chicago · 1d ago
- 30 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Taste Of Chicago, Square Roots, Chosen Few DJs And More Block Club Chicago · 1d ago
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