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Chicago Unveils Exciting 2026 Summer Festival Lineup!

1/28/2026

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The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announced Chicago's 2026 summer festival lineup.
Taste of Chicago returns to July dates, July 8-12, after September 2023.
The Chicago Blues Festival runs June 4-7.
The Chicago Air and Water Show takes place August 14-16.
The season runs May through October with farmers markets, a focus highlighted by Mayor Brandon Johnson in celebrating the city's diversity, culminating in New Year’s Eve celebrations.

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The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announced Chicago's 2026 summer festival lineup.
Taste of Chicago returns to July dates, July 8-12, after September 2023.
The Chicago Blues Festival runs June 4-7.
The Chicago Air and Water Show takes place August 14-16.
The season runs May through October with farmers markets, a focus highlighted by Mayor Brandon Johnson in celebrating the city's diversity, culminating in New Year’s Eve celebrations.