(from chicagotribune.com)
It’s felt like summer for a while now, but with the solstice behind us, the season is finally here. Celebrate our precious few months of warmth at the plethora of festivals happening this weekend featuring food trucks, mariachi bands and block parties. (MORE HERE)
Chicago Food Truck Festival
When: June 24-25
Where: South Loop
How much: $5
The skinny: Get your food truck fix at this festival while listening to live music.
Chicago Mariachi Festival
When: June 25
Where: Millennium Park
How much: Free
The skinny: This free festival showcases world-class mariachi bands from across the U.S. and Mexico.
Chicago Taco and Tequila Fest
When: June 24-25
Where: Jackson Park
How much: $15
The skinny: This inaugural event in Jackson Park will play host to tequila cocktail tastings—in various forms like margaritas to palomas—paired with tacos best suited to each flavor.
Ravenswood on Tap
When: June 24-25
Where: Ravenswood
How much: $5
The skinny: Jam out to live music while you imbibe booze from local breweries like Begyle Brewing Co., Half Acre Beer Co. and Koval Distillery.
Chicago Whiskey and Wine Beach Festival
When: June 24
Where: Montrose Beach
How much: $25-$55
The skinny: Bring your buds to try out over 40 whiskeys and wines, nosh on food truck grub and dance to live music.
Pride Parade
When: June 25
Where: Uptown
How much: Free
The skinny: The most joyous (and rainbow-filled!) day of the year is Pride Parade. Stake out a spot early.
Mamby on the Beach
When: June 24-25
Where: Oakwood Beach
How much: $61.11-$199.99
The skinny: Kick off your summer on the beach jamming out to your favorite artists of the moment.
