Fire Up the Grills for Chicago’s Ultimate Patty Party! The <a href="https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Roscoe Village Burger Fest</a> is celebrating its 19th mouth-watering year! This sizzling food and music extravaganza features an awesome offering from eleven acclaimed Chicago restaurants. It's Friday-Sunday, July 17-19 at the intersection of Belmont and Damen (2000 W. Belmont). Hours are Friday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Beyond patties and sides, visitors will also be treated to two stages of eclectic music, a fun-filled daily Kids' Zone featuring face painting, inflatables, games, arts &amp; crafts and kids' music. Plus, artists/merchants over the weekend. Attendees can check outUnCommon Coasters (Local artist, coasters of common Chicago influences), Z's Cafe and Crochet (crochet animals and items) and
Terra and Talia (jewelry).
This year's burger vendors include: Bust Outs, Byron’s Hot Dogs, Chicago Dog House
Epic Burger, Fatso’s Last Stand, NADC Burger, Reclaimed Bar &amp; Restaurant. Reggies, Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs, Tandoor Char House and The StopAlong, the 2025 Critic’s Choice Award winner.
Each will vie for the “Critics' Choice” and “People’s Choice” Best Burger 
Awards! Fans can Text-to-vote for the Best Burger. The Critic’s Choice with esteemed judges will occur on Saturday, July18 at 2 pm. (Critic’s Choice Decision will be Sat. at 7:50 pm and People’s Choice Awards will be announced on Sunday at 7:20 pm).

Music acts include:
 
Damen Stage Entertainment 
Friday 
6:00pm – Second Hand Soul Band 
8:00pm – Hello Weekend 
 
Saturday 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:15pm – Blue Rose Band 
4:00pm – Without U2 
6:00pm – iPop
Critic’s Choice – Winner Announced Saturday at 7:50pm on the Damen Stage 
8:00pm – Southern Accents (Tom Petty Tribute) 
 
Sunday 
12:30pm – UpBeat Music &amp; Arts Academy 
2:00pm – The Wild Chicago 
3:30pm – Jessie’s Girl 
5:30pm – The Divas 
People’s Choice – Winner Announced Sunday at 7:20pm on the Damen Stage
7:30pm – 16 Candles

Leavitt Stage Entertainment 
Friday
6:00pm - Super Creeps
8:00pm - The Strangers

Saturday 
12:45pm – Rosie &amp; The Rivets 
2:30pm – The PriSSillas 
3:30pm – Jesse White Tumblers 
4:00pm – Live Band Karaoke 
6:00pm – Rearview – Pearl Jam Tribute 
8:00pm – Mr. Blotto 
 
Sunday 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:30pm – Four Star Brass Band 
4:30pm – The Gingers 
6:15pm – The Birkenrocks 
8:00pm – Mike &amp; Joe
“We are excited to bring the Roscoe Village Burger Fest back for its nineteenth year,“ said Becca Girsch, Executive Director of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. “Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested gate donation helps keep this annual fest strong for all to enjoy. The donations benefit the invaluable programs and services of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce”. <a href="https://www.saveourstreetfests.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">As a non-profit organization and not city funded, donations will help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.</a>
The suggested gate donation is $10.Proceeds benefit the Lakeville Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. For more info visit <a href="https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/</a>
or call 773-868-3010. 
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Local Event: 19th Annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest

Cook County

Chicago

Illinois

19th Annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest

Fire Up the Grills for Chicago’s Ultimate Patty Party!  The Roscoe Village Burger Fest is celebrating its 19th mouth-watering...

The ultimate foodie fest, <a href="https://www.tasteofrivernorth.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Taste of River North</a>™ allows attendees to sample the best of everything trendy River North offers. The event will take place on Wells Street (627 N. Wells) between Ontario and Chicago Avenue. Taste of River North will occur on Friday, July 17 from 5 to 10 pm and Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Presented by River North Residents Association (RNRA and East Bank Club), visitors will enjoy two days of great River North restaurants, live bands, DJs, artists, local merchants, and a family fun area, while Chicago’s best party bands rock the place. Expect many popular local restaurants serving up their delicious fare for you to taste including Chick-Fil-A, Fogo De Chao, Avli, Lure Fishbar, Mercadito, Moe's Cantina, Seoul Taco, Masala Pizza, Ambar
On Friday, July 17 from 6 -9:30 p.m., the fest will offer Wine Tasting.Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. You will receive 8 tastings. <a href="https://bucketlisters.com/experience/taste-of-river-north-wine-tasting" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>
On Saturday, July 18 at 11 a.m., bring your furry friend to the main stage for a Dog Parade presented by Dog.Hotel | Daycare <a href="https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/TasteofRiverNorthDogParade2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a> to participate for a chance to win prizes. For 100 dogs. All entrants receive a goodie bag!
Spray, Stencil, and Take It Home!Step up to the Studio W.I.P. station on Erie and Wells and customize a t-shirt or tote bag using real street art techniques on Saturday. Line up your stencils, choose your colors, and let our artists guide you as you build something raw and original. No experience needed — just bring your style. Every piece is yours to keep the moment the paint dries. *Guests have a choice of T-shirt, or Tote Bag* <a href="https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/StudioWIPXTasteofRiverNorth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>
The Kids Zone hours: Fri: 5-8 p.m. and Sat: 11 a.m-7 p.m.
Music acts include:
Main Stage Music:
Friday 
6:00pm – The Birkenrocks 
8:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press 
 
Saturday 
12 pm – Dog Parade presented by Dog. 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:30pm – Fletcher Rockwell 
4:30pm – Funky Monks 
6 pm – The Divas 
8 pm – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute

DJ Stage Presented by Spybar Chicago:
Dennis Ferrer (Fri Headliner) + Stacey Pullen (Sat Headliner)
Inphinity, The Avina Brothers, Garrett Belschner &amp; Mikey Hahn, NOSL33P, L3XX, + more
 
“We are thrilled to celebrate the Taste of River North™ for its 23rd year,” said Mickie Gordon, Executive Director for the River North Residents Association (RNRA). Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested $10 gate donation helps keep this annual fest possible for all to enjoy and is essential to cover the cost of the bands, security and clean-up. This is RNRA’s largest fundraiser supporting our neighborhood advocacy, which includes public safety, responsible development, responsible hospitality, infrastructure, environment, green space, and community building with free events such as Movies in the Park and Family events at Montgomery Ward Park.” 


<a href="https://www.saveourstreetfests.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">As a non-profit organization that is not city funded, donations from you help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.</a>

East Bank Club is a proud sponsor of this year's Taste of River North. "East Bank Club has sponsored the Taste of River North for more than 20 years as a way to give back to our vibrant neighborhood and support the River North Residents Association. It’s a fantastic event that brings our community together, and we’re always grateful to be a part of it," said Nathan Aydelott, Director of Marketing for East Bank Club. 
 For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.tasteofrivernorth.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.tasteofrivernorth.com/</a> and for more details on all that RNRA does visit <a href="https://rnrachicago.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://rnrachicago.org/</a>
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Local Event: 23rd Annual Taste of River North™

23rd Annual Taste of River North™

The ultimate foodie fest, Taste of River North™ allows attendees to sample the best of everything trendy River North offers....

CHICAGO (July 2026)— Fire Up the Grills for Chicago’s Ultimate Patty Party! The <a href="https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Roscoe Village Burger Fest</a> is celebrating its 19th mouth-watering year! This sizzling food and music extravaganza features an awesome offering from eleven acclaimed Chicago restaurants. It's Friday-Sunday, July 17-19 at the intersection of Belmont and Damen (2000 W. Belmont). Hours are Friday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Beyond patties and sides, visitors will also be treated to two stages of eclectic music, a fun-filled daily Kids' Zone featuring face painting, inflatables, games, arts &amp; crafts and kids' music. Plus, artists/merchants over the weekend. Attendees can check outUnCommon Coasters (Local artist, coasters of common Chicago influences), Z's Cafe and Crochet (crochet animals and items) and&nbsp;Terra and Talia (jewelry).
This year's burger vendors include: Bust Outs, Byron’s Hot Dogs, Chicago Dog House, Epic Burger, Fatso’s Last Stand, NADC Burger, Reclaimed Bar &amp; Restaurant. Reggies, Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs, Tandoor Char House and The StopAlong, the 2025 Critic’s Choice Award winner.
Each will vie for the “Critics' Choice” and “People’s Choice” Best Burger 
Awards! Fans can Text-to-vote for the Best Burger. The Critic’s Choice with esteemed judges will occur on Saturday, July 19 at 2 pm. (Critic’s Choice Decision will be Sat. at 6:50 pm and People’s Choice Awards will be announced on Sunday at 7:20 pm).

Music acts include:
 
Damen Stage Entertainment 
Friday 
6:00pm – Second Hand Soul Band 
8:00pm – Hello Weekend 
 
Saturday 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:15pm – Blue Rose Band 
4:00pm – Without U2 
6:00pm – iPop
Critic’s Choice – Winner Announced Saturday at 7:50pm on the Damen Stage 
8:00pm – Southern Accents (Tom Petty Tribute) 
 
Sunday 
12:30pm – UpBeat Music &amp; Arts Academy 
2:00pm – The Wild Chicago 
3:30pm – Jessie’s Girl 
5:30pm – The Divas 
People’s Choice – Winner Announced Sunday at 7:20pm on the Damen Stage
7:30pm – 16 Candles

Leavitt Stage Entertainment 
Friday
6:00pm - Super Creeps
8:00pm - The Strangers

Saturday 
12:45pm – Rosie &amp; The Rivets 
2:30pm – The PriSSillas 
3:30pm – Jesse White Tumblers 
4:00pm – Live Band Karaoke 
6:00pm – Rearview – Pearl Jam Tribute 
8:00pm – Mr. Blotto 
 
Sunday 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:30pm – Four Star Brass Band 
4:30pm – The Gingers 
6:15pm – The Birkenrocks 
8:00pm – Mike &amp; Joe
“We are excited to bring the Roscoe Village Burger Fest back for its nineteenth year,“ said Becca Girsch, Executive Director of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. “Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested gate donation helps keep this annual fest strong for all to enjoy. The donations benefit the invaluable programs and services of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce”. <a href="https://www.saveourstreetfests.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">As a non-profit organization and not city funded, donations will help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.</a>
The suggested gate donation is $10.Proceeds benefit the Lakeville Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. For more info visit <a href="https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/</a>
or call 773-868-3010. 
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CHICAGO (July 2026)— Fire Up the Grills for Chicago’s Ultimate Patty Party!  The Roscoe Village Burger Fest is celebrating its...

The ultimate foodie fest, <a href="https://www.tasteofrivernorth.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Taste of River North</a>™ allows attendees to sample the best of everything trendy River North offers. The event will take place on Wells Street (627 N. Wells) between Ontario and Chicago Avenue. Taste of River North will occur on Friday, July 17 from 5 to 10 pm and Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Presented by River North Residents Association (RNRA and East Bank Club), visitors will enjoy two days of great River North restaurants, live bands, DJs, artists, local merchants, and a family fun area, while Chicago’s best party bands rock the place. Expect many popular local restaurants serving up their delicious fare for you to taste including Chick-Fil-A, Fogo De Chao, Avli, Lure Fishbar, Mercadito, Moe's Cantina, Seoul Taco, Masala Pizza, Ambar
On Friday, July 17 from 6 -9:30 p.m., the fest will offer Wine Tasting.Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. You will receive 8 tastings. <a href="https://bucketlisters.com/experience/taste-of-river-north-wine-tasting" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>
On Saturday, July 18 at 11 a.m., bring your furry friend to the main stage for a Dog Parade presented by Dog.Hotel | Daycare <a href="https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/TasteofRiverNorthDogParade2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a> to participate for a chance to win prizes. For 100 dogs. All entrants receive a goodie bag!
Spray, Stencil, and Take It Home!Step up to the Studio W.I.P. station on Erie and Wells and customize a t-shirt or tote bag using real street art techniques on Saturday. Line up your stencils, choose your colors, and let our artists guide you as you build something raw and original. No experience needed — just bring your style. Every piece is yours to keep the moment the paint dries. *Guests have a choice of T-shirt, or Tote Bag* <a href="https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/StudioWIPXTasteofRiverNorth" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>
The Kids Zone hours: Fri: 5-8 p.m. and Sat: 11 a.m-7 p.m.
Music acts include:
Main Stage Music:
Friday 
6:00pm – The Birkenrocks 
8:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press 
 
Saturday 
12 pm – Dog Parade presented by Dog. 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:30pm – Fletcher Rockwell 
4:30pm – Funky Monks 
6 pm – The Divas 
8 pm – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute

DJ Stage Presented by Spybar Chicago:
Dennis Ferrer (Fri Headliner) + Stacey Pullen (Sat Headliner)
Inphinity, The Avina Brothers, Garrett Belschner &amp; Mikey Hahn, NOSL33P, L3XX, + more
 
 

“We are thrilled to celebrate the Taste of River North™ for its 23rd year,” said Mickie Gordon, Executive Director for the River North Residents Association (RNRA). Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested $10 gate donation helps keep this annual fest possible for all to enjoy and is essential to cover the cost of the bands, security and clean-up. This is RNRA’s largest fundraiser supporting our neighborhood advocacy, which includes public safety, responsible development, responsible hospitality, infrastructure, environment, green space, and community building with free events such as Movies in the Park and Family events at Montgomery Ward Park.”
<a href="https://www.saveourstreetfests.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">As a non-profit organization that is not city funded, donations from you help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.</a>

East Bank Club is a proud sponsor of this year's Taste of River North. "East Bank Club has sponsored the Taste of River North for more than 20 years as a way to give back to our vibrant neighborhood and support the River North Residents Association. It’s a fantastic event that brings our community together, and we’re always grateful to be a part of it," said Nathan Aydelott, Director of Marketing for East Bank Club. 
 For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.tasteofrivernorth.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.tasteofrivernorth.com/</a> and for more details on all that RNRA does visit <a href="https://rnrachicago.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://rnrachicago.org/</a>
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Fire Up the Grills for Chicago’s Ultimate Patty Party! The <a href="https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Roscoe Village Burger Fest</a> is celebrating its 19th mouth-watering year! This sizzling food and music extravaganza features an awesome offering from eleven acclaimed Chicago restaurants. It's Friday-Sunday, July 17-19 at the intersection of Belmont and Damen (2000 W. Belmont). Hours are Friday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Beyond patties and sides, visitors will also be treated to two stages of eclectic music, a fun-filled daily Kids' Zone featuring face painting, inflatables, games, arts &amp; crafts and kids' music. Plus, artists/merchants over the weekend. Attendees can check outUnCommon Coasters (Local artist, coasters of common Chicago influences), Z's Cafe and Crochet (crochet animals and items) and&nbsp;Terra and Talia (jewelry).

This year's burger vendors include: Bust Outs, Byron’s Hot Dogs, Chicago Dog House,&nbsp;Epic Burger, Fatso’s Last Stand, NADC Burger, Reclaimed Bar &amp; Restaurant. Reggies, Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs, Tandoor Char House and The StopAlong, the 2025 Critic’s Choice Award winner.

Each will vie for the “Critics' Choice” and “People’s Choice” Best Burger 
Awards! Fans can Text-to-vote for the Best Burger. The Critic’s Choice with esteemed judges will occur on Saturday, July19 at 2 pm. (Critic’s Choice Decision will be Sat. at 6:50 pm and People’s Choice Awards will be announced on Sunday at 7:20 pm).

Music acts include:
 
Damen Stage Entertainment 
Friday 
6:00pm – Second Hand Soul Band 
8:00pm – Hello Weekend 
 
Saturday 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:15pm – Blue Rose Band 
4:00pm – Without U2 
6:00pm – iPop
Critic’s Choice – Winner Announced Saturday at 7:50pm on the Damen Stage 
8:00pm – Southern Accents (Tom Petty Tribute) 
 
Sunday 
12:30pm – UpBeat Music &amp; Arts Academy 
2:00pm – The Wild Chicago 
3:30pm – Jessie’s Girl 
5:30pm – The Divas 
People’s Choice – Winner Announced Sunday at 7:20pm on the Damen Stage
7:30pm – 16 Candles

Leavitt Stage Entertainment 
Friday
6:00pm - Super Creeps
8:00pm - The Strangers

Saturday 
12:45pm – Rosie &amp; The Rivets 
2:30pm – The PriSSillas 
3:30pm – Jesse White Tumblers 
4:00pm – Live Band Karaoke 
6:00pm – Rearview – Pearl Jam Tribute 
8:00pm – Mr. Blotto 
 
Sunday 
12:30pm – School of Rock 
2:30pm – Four Star Brass Band 
4:30pm – The Gingers 
6:15pm – The Birkenrocks 
8:00pm – Mike &amp; Joe
“We are excited to bring the Roscoe Village Burger Fest back for its nineteenth year,“ said Becca Girsch, Executive Director of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. “Thanks to all fest attendees, the suggested gate donation helps keep this annual fest strong for all to enjoy. The donations benefit the invaluable programs and services of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce”. <a href="https://www.saveourstreetfests.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">As a non-profit organization and not city funded, donations will help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.</a>
The suggested gate donation is $10.Proceeds benefit the Lakeville Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. For more info visit <a href="https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoevents.com/event/roscoe-village-burger-fest/</a>
or call 773-868-3010.

Enjoy the 42nd annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue. Attendees can take advantage of five fests in one! Whiskey tastings, live bands, Best of Lincoln Park Cocktail Competition, kid’s carnival and a dog parade. The sprawling fest will take place Friday-Sunday, July 24-26 and is located at 2500 N. Lincoln Ave between Fullerton and Wrightwood in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul neighborhood. The hours are Fri: 4-10pm, Sat: Noon to 10pm and Sunday: 12-8 pm.
Attendees can try a variety of 100 percent local restaurants including Cafe Tola, Tandoor Char House, Paula’s Thai Kitchen, Mercadito, Mazala Pizza, Medi Kitchen &amp; Cocktail, Sapori Trattoria and Dog Haus Biergarten.
On Friday, the Lincoln Park Cocktail Competition will kick off the fest. The competition will bring together some of the neighborhood's most talented bartenders to compete for the title of Best Cocktail in Lincoln Park! $30 for six cocktails. <a href="https://bucketlisters.com/experience/taste-of-lincoln-avenue-cocktail-competition" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here for tickets</a>. 
On Saturday, July 25, from 3 to 5pm or 6 to 8pm visitors can taste “Whiskies on Lincoln – A Midwest Tasting Event.” This is a celebration of the finest Midwestern Distilleries. And who is behind this tasting? None other than <a href="https://www.delilahschicago.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Delilah’s Chicago</a>. Voted Bar of the Year at the 2019 at Icons of Whiskey (an international whiskey event), you can taste 8 samples in the tented area. The cost is $22.50. <a href="https://bucketlisters.com/experience/taste-of-lincoln" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>
Also, on Saturday, July 25 - Get that pup of yours ready to strut in the Taste of Lincoln Avenue Dog Parade. Grab your furry friend and head to the main stage to parade through the festival on Saturday at 11 a.m., it's FREE! Register your pooch <a href="https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/TasteofLincolnAvenueDogParades26" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>
Lastly, each day visit the Kids Area for inflatables, arts/crafts, and carnival games! 
After the tastings, guests will enjoy fabulous live bands on two stages in a variety of music genres.
Music acts include:
Main Stage @ Fullerton
Friday, July 24
5:45pm- Stache
8:00pm – Maggie Speaks
Saturday, July 25
12:30pm – School of Rock
2:00pm – The Strangers
4:00pm – Our Name is Jonas
6:00pm – Li’l Ed &amp; The Blues Imperials
8:00pm – Sixteen Candles
Sunday, July 25
11:00am – Silk Parlor
12:30pm – Nikki O’Neill Band
2:00pm – Love in October
3:30pm – Fletcher Rockwell
5:30pm – Rod Tuffcurls and The Bench Press
Irish Eyes Stage
Saturday, July 24
12:00pm – James Gedda
2:30pm – Molly Adamson
5:00pm – Dylan Hankey
Sunday, July 25
12:00pm – Brian Hoyt
2:30pm – Brendan Kelly 
The Taste of Lincoln Avenue is hosted by <a href="https://www.wrightwoodneighbors.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Wrightwood Neighbors Association</a> (WNA) an all-volunteer community organization that provides grants to local schools, police and fire departments, Lincoln Park Public Library and more.A $10 donation is suggested to support Wrightwood Neighbors to keep Lincoln Park a nice place to work, live, and play.
“We are ecstatic about the 42nd
Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue celebration,“ said Courtland Hickey, Chairman of the Taste of Lincoln Avenue ."Thank you to everyone who attends! Your donations have made this event and our community great for the past 42 years. Here’s to the next 42 years of fabulous food, entrainment and drink!"
<a href="https://www.saveourstreetfests.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">As a non-profit organization and not city funded, donations will help these festivals stay around for all to enjoy.</a>
For more information, please visit <a href="https://chicagoevents.com/event/taste-of-lincoln-avenue/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://chicagoevents.com/event/taste-of-lincoln-avenue/</a>
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Local Event: 42nd Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue

42nd Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue

Enjoy the 42nd annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue. Attendees can take advantage of five fests in one! Whiskey tastings, live bands,...

Local Event: 42nd Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue 

42nd Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue 

Emily Joel

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Lincoln Park

Bucktown-Wicker Park

Lakeview

North Center-Roscoe Village

Hyde Park

West Side

Lorraine Swanson

South Side

Lincoln Square

Oak Park-River Forest

Forest Park

Epiphany Center for the Arts

Join Anne and Mark Burnell for a special performance as they unlock musical treasures old and new for one night only. With Glenn DeMichele on bass and a surprise special guest! The evening begins with an interactive opening act, "Notes of You," an improvisational experience created in the moment by Dave Asher and Mark Burnell.&nbsp;

Local Event: From the Vault: An Evening with Anne & Mark Burnell

From the Vault: An Evening with Anne & Mark...

Join Anne and Mark Burnell for a special performance as they unlock musical treasures old and new for one night only. With...

From the Vault: An Evening with Anne & Mark Burnell

Morgan MFG

Join us this&nbsp;Sun, Jul 19th (11am-5pm) to shop small, local &amp; sustainable with 100+ talented artisans at our flagship Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market&nbsp;at historic Morgan MFG&nbsp;(401 N. Morgan St., Chicago). Get tix in advance &amp; save: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets</a>
 (Tip: Bring friends &amp; family with our 4 for $20 ticket option - in advance online.)
Locally owned &amp; operated, this curated INDOOR Sunday market celebrates the ingenuity of independently owned, small businesses who channel their passions into creating one-of-a-kind designs, home goods, art and food.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Get tickets at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets-fulton-market</a>
EVENT DETAILS:
* Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
* Hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
* Venue: Morgan MFG – 401 N. Morgan St., Chicago, IL 60642
* Cost: $8 General Admission ($10 at door) | 4 for $20 for groups (online in advance) | Deluxe CAM Tote + Gen Adm $10
Kids &lt;12 are free | Dog-friendly (leashed, well-behaved only)
TICKETS: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets</a>
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS:
* 100+ Chicago/Midwest artisans per market in food, fashion, home goods, &amp; art.
* We offer Bistro Seating, Plated Food &amp; a Fully Stocked Bar selling cocktails, wine &amp; beer -- so you can relax &amp; re-connect with friends, family &amp; co-workers.
* Food:&nbsp; Shop gourmet food items including pastries and confections, chocolate &amp; candy, sauces &amp; spices, healthy snacks, cocktail mixers, beverages, &amp; more.
* Fashion: Meet &amp; shop top clothing, jewelry, handbag, accessories designers
* Home Goods: Discover items showcasing smart design in home decor, bath &amp; body, natural skincare &amp; more.
* Decorative Art: Meet independent artists producing functional, decorative &amp; wearable art.
“Keep your friends close, and your supply chain closer." – Chicago Artisan Market
Gather &amp; re-connect with friends &amp; family , while shopping small, local, safe &amp; sustainable. <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get tickets now</a>.
Can't make it to Fulton Market in July? The Chicago Artisan Market will also be back at Morgan MFG for Fall &amp;&nbsp;Holiday '26 Markets (Sun, Oct 18 |&nbsp;&nbsp;Sun, Nov 15&nbsp; | Sun, Dec 13th), and in Ravenswood over Thanksgiving weekend for "Small Shop Saturday" &amp;&nbsp;Sun, Nov 28-29. We're also in <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville</a> &amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook</a> OUTDOORS on Sep 19-20 &amp; Oct 3-4.&nbsp;<a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/calendar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View our 2026 Market Calendar.</a>
About Us: We are a Chicago company based in Oak Brook, IL that has been showcasing independent artisans &amp; small businesses for 20+ years. We operate two City markets in the vibrant <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fulton Market</a> and <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-ravenswood" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ravenswood</a> neighborhoods. We also operate the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;at Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> at CityGate Centre in Naperville, IL, and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a> in downtown Winnetka, IL and downtown Northbrook, IL.
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Chicago Business Owners Fight Back Against Merchant Cash Advance Debt as Courts Scrutinize "Disguised Loans"
Cook County businesses squeezed by daily merchant cash advance withdrawals are increasingly challenging whether those contracts are loans in disguise &mdash; and whether they belong in an Illinois court at all.
CHICAGO &mdash; Small business owners across Chicago and Cook County are confronting a wave of merchant cash advance (MCA) collections, and a growing number are pushing back on the core premise of the contracts themselves.
The central question is characterization. A merchant cash advance is marketed as a purchase of future receivables, not a loan &mdash; a distinction that keeps it outside traditional usury limits. But when the daily payments never adjust to a business's actual revenue, when the funder retains recourse regardless of how the business performs, and when the funder bears no real risk, courts have grounds to treat the agreement as a loan in substance. That recharacterization is the pivot point of modern MCA defense, and it turns on how the deal actually worked rather than the label on the paperwork.
For Chicago's dense base of restaurants, logistics operators, contractors, and retail businesses, the pressure often escalates fast. What starts as a stacked set of advances taken during a cash crunch can spiral when fixed daily ACH withdrawals continue even as revenue falls &mdash; the classic cash-flow trap that pushes viable businesses toward default.
There is also a venue surprise many Chicago owners never see coming. Numerous MCA agreements contain forum-selection clauses routing disputes to New York courts. An Illinois business can find itself defending a lawsuit in a New York Supreme Court, and a resulting judgment can reach Illinois assets only if it was properly domesticated under Illinois procedure &mdash; a step an experienced attorney can scrutinize.
The enforcement mechanics are what make timing critical. Once a funder secures a judgment, it can freeze operating accounts and drain the capital a business needs to make payroll. Default judgments obtained through defective service or improper procedure can sometimes be vacated, but the window is narrow and shrinks once enforcement begins.
The consistent theme across these cases: the strongest position is the earliest one, before a judgment is entered and accounts are restrained.
Chicago business owners facing MCA collections, stacked advances, or a lawsuit filed out of state can review their options and connect with an experienced attorney through CredibleLaw's Chicago network at <a href="https://crediblelaw.com/chicago-mca-defense/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://crediblelaw.com/chicago-mca-defense-attorney/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">crediblelaw.com/chicago-mca-defense-attorney/</a>.
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