Summer on Southport Festival
Enjoy a great Chicago summer weekend summer in one of the city’s finest shopping and nightlife districts!
Chicago is filled with fun, local street festivals in the summer—and Summer on Southport is no exception! Located near Wrigley Field, Southport prides itself on being one of Chicago’s finest shopping and nightlife districts. And every June, this annual two-day festival a “delicious, eclectic mixture of the culinary, visual and performing arts.” (Summer on Southport Facebook page)
During the day, Summer on Southport will include the 10th Annual Children’s Festival. Bring the kids during the afternoon, and enjoy all the kid-friendly activities and events: a balloon artist, face painting, a rock wall, an inflatable obstacle course, a jump house and mini golf! It’s something both kids and their parents are sure to love!
Adults can come out and “play” after 5:00 p.m. where there will be plenty of food and drinks from local eateries, local artists selling their works and tons of live entertainment, with past performances including Ralph Covert, Edwin McCain and Justin Roberts.
Come enjoy all the fun opportunities Southport has to offer to enjoy a great summer weekend in Chicago!
A portion of the proceeds will benefit SNA’s Granting Program, which donates funds to community concerns.
DETAILS
www.southportneighbors.com/sos_festival.html
Date: Saturday, June 29, 2013 & Sunday, June 30, 2013
Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturday; 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Sunday
Location: 3700 N. Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613
Suggested Donation: $5 to benefit the Southport Neighbors Association
WHERE TO STAY
City Suites Hotel
A sleek, retro property characterized by its unique Art Deco style. 933 West Belmont, Chicago, IL, 60657. 773.404.3400
www.chicagocitysuites.com
Majestic Hotel
This hotel has lots of charm with its comfortable, delightful atmosphere of an upscale English manor, amidst the energetic city life of the bustling Lakeview neighborhood.
528 West Brompton, Chicago, IL 60657. 773.404.3499
www.majestic-chicago.com
The Willows Hotel
The moment you arrive, you’ll feel the effortless charm of a French country home, accented by our 19th century-style furnishings and the warm welcome of our friendly staff. 555 West Surf, Chicago, IL 60657. 888.779.1904
www.willowshotelchicago.com