"No matter how challenging situations may be as long as we have faith in God, continue to hold true to his wordHes going to bring us through this," Pastor Anthony Spencer said. The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and are an important tool for ending the global pandemic. (For Grant Park Music Festival information, visit GPMF.org.). This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Hatch 41, 4311 S. State St. / Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. / DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th St. For complete details, visit LincolnParkGreekFest.com. Parking lots open at 2 p.m. and gates open at 4 p.m. For complete details and what you need to know before you go, visit SoldierField.net, Bank of America Chicago 13.1 Sunday, June 5 at 7 a.m.OEMC and Organizers are reminding the public about the first every half marathon on Chicagos West Side. FestivalNet is not the event & does not book the participants; we provide contact info to save you time in event research. The Chicago Gospel Music Festival has welcomed such performers as Grammy Award Winners - Queen of Gospel Music - Albertina Walker and Shirley Caesar, Fred Hammond, Hezekiah Walker, Byron Cage, Donnie McClurkin, Kirk Franklin, The Rance Allen Group, The Mighty Clouds of Joy, The Clark Sisters, Donald Lawrence and Company, Tye Tribbett & G.A., This years genre-spanning lineup of musical acts includes a powerful group of top talent. "It's going to feel like 2019, so we're really excited about that," said D-CASE Deputy Commissioner Nancy Villafranca-Guzman. Jun 03, 2022 at 5:00 am. May I smoke?Smoking is prohibited in the seating area of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Great Lawn, the Lurie Garden, the east and west arcades by the restrooms, and the east and west Exelon Buildings. var username = "info"; . Parking lot opens at 5 p.m., gates open at 6 p.m. and concert begins at 8 p.m. For complete details, visit PavilionNortherlyIsland.com. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Anointed voices filled Millennium. Every October, the Chicago, 2023 Choose Chicago. 150+ places to explore. If You See Something, Say Something is a national anti-terrorism public awareness campaign that emphasizes the importance of reporting suspicious activity to law enforcement authorities. Published June 3, 2022 Updated on June 3, 2022 at 8:00 pm. Serving students and their families in the Uptown, Albany Park, Back of the Yards, and Greater Grand Crossing neighborhoods. <. Wednesdays: July 27 / August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 / September 10 (Ghana Festival 10am-7pm), September 14 & 21, 4:30-6:30pm. Please note that Millennium Park is a safe and welcoming space for everyone. SSA 5, Commercial Ave. from 87th-90th St.; Main Stage on 90th St., West of Commercial Ave. IL Chicago Blues Festival (citywide and in Millennium Park including Jay Pritzker Pavilion): Thursday - Sunday, June 9-12 Taste of Chicago (citywide including Grant Park): Saturdays, June 11, 18. Chicago Gospel Music Festival: This free outdoor concert, celebrating the Chicago-born genre, brings together traditional choirs, contemporary urban gospel artists, and more. CIMAFUNK - An Afro-Cuban rockstar who brings out the best in Cuban rhythms and traditions, and infusing sounds and styles from Africa and the U.S. Hypnotic Brass Ensemble - Seven sons of jazz great Phil Cohran from the south side of Chicago carrying on his musical legacy, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble's musical style ranges from hip hop to jazz to funk and rock. Residents and motorists should be aware of the following large events: Chicago Gospel Music Festival in Millennium Park June 4, 2022, 3-9 p.m. A family friendly celebration of the music genre born in Chicago featuring the top gospel artists in the country. Chicago. Chicago Immigrant Orchestra - A 12-piece ensemble that consists of members of the Chicago immigrant community, representing musical traditions from all over the world. 470 0 obj CHICAGO (WLS) -- Anointed voices filled Millennium Park as hands were raised in prayer, marking the return of the Gospel Festival. From the elevated lines: exit at Washington/Wabash and walk east. 11132 S. St. Lawrence Ave. / Pullman Visitor's Center: 11141 S. Cottage Grove / Greenstone Church: 11211 S. St. Lawrence Ave. Pullman Arts will present a two day festival on the far South Side! It consists of live DJs, live jazz and musicians from North Lawndale. 496 0 obj Lineups for the Chicago Jazz Festival (Sept. 1-4), Chicago House Music Festival and Conference (starting Sept. 16), and World Music Festival Chicago (Sept. 30-Oct. 9) will be announced in the coming weeks. Free and ticketed concerts will be held at neighborhood venues,. "It's a sense of freedom. Featured in this years lineup are Shemekia Copeland, Toronzo Cannon, Billy Branch & The Sons of Blues, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Melody Angel, Keith Johnson & The Big Muddy Band, Demetria Taylor, Lil Ed & the Blues Imperials, and more. The eldest son of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo (Ransome) Kuti, he has expanded the genre's reach to embrace elements of punk, electro, and hip-hop. Enter the email address you used when you joined. Chicago Gospel Music Festival . OEMC also issues TEXT alerts for lakefront notices, issues affecting businesses or COVID-19 updates: CHILAKE: For lakefront notices, TEXT CHILAKE to 7-8-0-1-5 CHIBIZ: For alerts affecting businesses, TEXT CHIBIZ to 6-7-2-8-3 COVID: Get COVID-19 updates by TEXTING COVID19 to 6-7-2-8-3. Wilsons music is playful and poignant, with youthful innocence thats still ever-aware of the difficulties life may throw at you. OEMC advises Chicagoans to be aware of weather conditions and to follow instructions and heed all warnings from public safety officials. With a diverse lineup celebrating the blues past, present and future, the Chicago Blues Festival celebrates the world-renowned Chicago Blues legacy. 515 0 obj Chicago Jazz Festival (citywide and in Millennium Park including Jay Pritzker Pavilion): Thursday Sunday, Sept. 14. Argyle Mid-Autumn Moon Festival: Saturday, September 10, 2022, 3-9pm, Argyle Activation Walk: Saturday, October 8, 2022, 12-10pm, Asia on Argyle Corridor, from Broadway to Sheridan. Plan your visit at MillenniumPark.org, Mexican National Team v. Ecuador National TeamSunday, June 5 at 6 p.m.The 2022 World Cup Qualified teams face off at Soldier Field on Sunday. Held at Douglass Park on July 23rd, the festival will feature local music, visual artists and vendors. Wednesday May 11 2022 Earlier this year, the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs announced that some of the city's most beloved public programming would return this summer, from the dance. Live the Spirit Residency presents the 23rd annual Englewood Jazz Festival, September 1417, 2022. In the seating bowl, you may save only one seat prior to the start of each show. CPD officer shot, killed on SW Side, police say: LIVE. For complete event details, visit MayFestChicago.com. Celebrating the great influence of the music genre born in this city more than 80 years ago, the Chicago Gospel Music Experience will present the top gospel artists in the country. Visit Mississippi Juke Joint Stage - Schedule. Chicago Blues Festival (June 9 - 12), 2022 marks the first citywide Chicago Blues Festival bringing top talent to downtown and the neighborhoods where Blues originated in Chicago, including Soul City Blues in Austin (June 11) and Bronzeville Blues (June 12); in addition to Blues on the Riverwalk (June 9-10); a "Women in Blues showcase" in hb`````Zlz01G30ncde|`69:"'Oa^0AHI$:C>dfKG n6s/^F ~ For these events, alcohol at various price points may be purchased inside the venue. The popular Chicago Air and Water Show will expand to two days of aerial and nautical spectacles, lasting four hours each day, similar to pre-pandemic editions of the show. Millennium Park . The music stage will draw residents to the event where sidewalk activities are the main attraction. The Pavilion seats are not protected from the elements. Learn more atLearn more at Chicago.gov/COVIDVax. This includes fostering the development of Chicagos non-profit arts sector, independent working artists and for-profit arts businesses; providing a framework to guide the Citys future cultural and economic growth, via the Chicago Cultural Plan; marketing the Citys cultural assets to a worldwide audience; and presenting high-quality, free and affordable cultural programs for residents and visitors. The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off the holiday season with a fun-filled morning in the heart of, Free admission Citywide One weekend. Sunday, Aug. 28, 1-10pm: The DuSable, Black History Museum & Education Center - The event will celebrate queer performance artists; artisans, entrepreneurs, community based organizations, civic leaders and thought leaders. But instead of lamenting and brooding, Wilson chooses to bask in the beauty of it, dancing through the struggles while remaining acutely aware of his emotions. Millions didn't make it, but we were one of the ones that did! For complete details on street closures, visit chicago13point1.com/streetclosures, Maifest ChicagoThursday, June 2, 59:30 p.m.; Friday, June 3, 511 p.m.; Saturday, June 4, noon11 p.m. and Sunday, June 5, noon10 p.m.Held in Lincoln Square located at 4700 N. Lincoln Avenue, Maifest (Mayfest) Chicago is a traditional celebration of the arrival of spring. This free event in SSCACs new side lot will invite community members and artists of all disciplines to celebrate life and creativity post-pandemic, with music by Akenya and Black Monument Ensemble. All rights reserved.Privacy policy | Terms of use | Sitemap. The People's Music School Led by professionally trained faculty, students receive intensive tuition-free music education, The Peoples Music School transforms and empowers young lives. Now a full ten-week series is on the horizon, and the Festival is circling back to recover some things from a lost year. DakhaBrakha Global folk-fusion quartet from Kyiv, Ukraine that expands upon fundamental elements of sound and soul and combines them into a musical alchemy they call ethno-chaos.. endobj The shooting occurred about 4:30 p.m. Wednesday in the 5200 block of South Spaulding Avenue, according to police. is an event series in which outdoor markets activate underutilized or unexpected spaces, such as parking garages in Belmont Cragin with food, vendors, arts, and culture. The Chicago SummerDance Celebration in Millennium Park, August 2019 | Courtesy of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. <> Pre-Concert Lectures Open Rehearsals Visiting Masters Classical Campers Classical Campers 2022 Season Soul Children of Chicago directed by Walt Whitman A Gospel Jubilee Current Area When & Where Program Explore Featuring When & Where Concerts WedJul 2720226:308pmJay Pritzker PavilionInfo Learn about free seating options. In addition, concessions can be purchased throughout the Park, including from the concession carts located on the Chase Promenade and at thePark Grill and Cafon theMcCormick Tribune Plaza. Over the last week, Chicago has seen daily COVID cases dip by 48%, new hospital admissions by 41% and deaths by 44%. For the most up-to-date weather information, please tune into local media or download a weather app. Chicago SummerDance (citywide including pop-ups and special events, Night Out in the Parks events, programs at the Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park and the SummerDance Celebration in Millennium Park): select dates July 6 Sept. 17, Chicago Air and Water Show (North Avenue Beach and along the Lakefront): Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 20-21 at 10 a.m. 2 p.m.; practice runs on Friday, Aug. 19. Public Transportation: As for any largescale event, public transportation is encouraged and both CTA and Metra are providing additional service for the event. Lincoln Park Greek Fest Friday, June 3, 511 p.m.; Saturday, June 4, noon11 p.m.; Sunday, June 5, noon10 p.m.The annual event is held at St. George Greek Orthodox Church at 2701 N. Sheffield Avenue, public transportation is encouraged. The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and are an important tool for ending the global pandemic. And, we are free, today!" Connect South Shore is a 2-Day arts festival that uplifts the culture of South Shore through Art, Music, Food and entertainment. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Over the years, the festival has featured traditional choirs to contemporary urban gospel mixed with hip-hop and house music. Once the show has started, you must relinquish your seat. 2023 FOX Television Stations, is in effect, Lake County, Kenosha County, Maxwell Street Market (800 S. Desplaines St.): Sundays, April 3 Dec. 18, Chicago City Markets (citywide including Daley Plaza): May October, Chicago, Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony & Parade (Daley Plaza and State Street): Saturday, May 28, Millennium Park Summer Workouts (Great Lawn): Saturdays, May 28 Sept. 3, Millennium Park Summer Film Series (Jay Pritzker Pavilion): Tuesdays, July 12 Aug. 30, Chicago Gospel Music Experience (Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park): Saturday, June 4, Chicago Blues Festival (citywide and in Millennium Park including Jay Pritzker Pavilion): Thursday Sunday, June 912, Taste of Chicago (citywide including Grant Park): Saturdays, June 11, 18 and 25 (neighborhood Taste pop-ups) and Friday Sunday, July 810 (a bite-sized Taste in Grant Park), Millennium Park Summer Music Series (Jay Pritzker Pavilion): Mondays & Thursdays, June 20 Aug. 18. Copyright 2023 WLS-TV. Other special tributes at the festival will honor blues legends Erwin Helfer, Bob Stroger, Gene Barge, Cicero Blake and Willie Henderson. Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said the citys vaccine mandate for bar and restaurant patrons could be rescinded "quite soon" if COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations keep falling as drastically as they have. 471 0 obj While attendees said they won't let violence keep them from this park, police will still be on hand with checkpoints at each entrance through the summer. CHICAGOMayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) celebrate the return of six of the City of Chicagos iconic free summer music festivals with todays announcement of lineups for three of Chicagos most beloved summer events starting in June: Admission is free. For more information, visit CTA at TransitChicago.com and Metra.com. June 4: Chicago Gospel Music Festival. Lot Jams is a free, family-friendly outdoor concert series hosted by North River Commission and the Albany Park Chamber of Commerce. Up to 12 programs featuring local music (and one or two dance) performers in a variety of genres outdoors at the Austin Town Hall Park. The OEMC will monitor weekend events and weather conditions citywide from the Operations Center and coordinate public safety resources with critical stakeholders. Pheobe BridgersSaturday, June 4 at 8 p.m.Phoebe Bridgers is a multi-Grammy-nominated and highly acclaimed indie singer-songwriter. With countless events across multiple neighborhoods . Go here to update it. Chicago Tune-in Running from August 19 - September 19, this new citywide festival is will celebrate 2021 Year of Chicago Music. Annual event running from the first Thursday in June (June 2, 2022) until the third Thursday in September (September 15, 2022), Chess Records building, 2120 S. Michigan Ave. (held in the outdoor, green space, park setting of Willie Dixon's Blues Garden adjacent to the historic Chicago landmark). The From the Go Festival is a no-cost concert and community event to celebrate young Chicago creatives. May I bring a picnic basket?Yes! A series of free, outdoor blues concerts for residents of the neighborhood that has been the cradle of the blues. It was a testament, some said, of survival. Chicago's 2022 spring and summer event schedule provided by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events: Maxwell Street Market (800 S. Desplaines St.): Sundays, April 3 - Dec. 18. endstream hbbd```b``:"H D2`,`d DrEH`|i6Dj_Ej@},26HvF00120@Hs?{ o She is a two-time Native American Music Award winner. Chicago Cubs v. St. Louis CardinalsFriday, June 2 at 1:20 p.m., Saturday, June 3 at 12:20 p.m. and Sunday, June 5 at 6:08 p.m.For complete details on the game and Wrigley Field, visit mlb.com/Cubs/Ballpark, 57th Street Art Fair Saturday, June 4, 11 a.m.6 p.m. and Sunday, June 5, 10 a.m.5 p.m.Set in the Hyde Park neighborhood, the festival will celebrate its 75th year on 57th Street. . But that tragic past is not a deterrent from keeping attendees from enjoying the park. Free to all those looking for some soulful Gospel beats, Chicagoans can . . Gospel music has deep roots in Chicago. Now in its 35th year, the Chicago Gospel Music Festival has been hailed as the world's largest gospel festival with an attendance of over 100,000. 472 0 obj Beloved events like the Chicago Blues Festival and the Air and Water Show will be back (and in-person) this year. For additional information on emergency preparedness information, visit the OEMC website at Chicago.gov/OEMC. DCASE programming is supported by the Chicago Transit Authority. 1927 S. Michigan Ave. (lot next door to the South Asia Institute at the corner of Michigan Ave. and Cullerton Ave.). Join Festivalnet.com now to unlock additional details,