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TASTE OF CHICAGO 2026
Start 07/08/2026 at 09:00
End 07/14/2026 at 12:00
Local 337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
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The 2026 Taste of Chicago is scheduled to return to its traditional summer slot from Wednesday, July 8, to Sunday, July 12, 2026. The main event will take place in Grant Park along Chicago's lakefront, offering free admission to the public.
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2026 Event Highlights
  • Dates: July 8–12, 2026
  • Location: Grant Park, Chicago, IL
  • Admission: Free
  • Features: Dozens of local food vendors, food trucks, live music, dance performances, and family-friendly activities
  • Neighborhood Pop-ups: In addition to the main Grant Park festival, Taste of Chicago neighborhood pop-up celebrations are expected throughout the summer.
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Key Information for 2026
  • Return to July: The festival is moving back to July after being held in September in recent years to accommodate the NASCAR Chicago Street Race.
  • Vendor Info: Vendor applications for the 2026 festival closed on April 20, 2026.
  • Transportation: Public transportation is recommended, as the festival is accessible via CTA trains and buses.
  • Crowds: The event typically draws over 100,000 people to the lakefront.