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Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is THIS WEEKEND!
The time has finally come. This weekend is our 20th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Art! On Saturday and Sunday, Broadway (from Belmont to Hawthorne) transforms into a vibrant open-air art gallery featuring 150+ artist booths, two live music stages, a Kids Zone, and plenty of delicious food and drinks.
Artist booths are open from 11 AM to 7 PM, and live music kicks off at noon each day.
Come shop, dance, eat, and celebrate at one of the final Chicago street festivals of the season, right in the heart of your favorite neighborhood!
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The Art
Over 150 incredible artists from across the country are joining us to showcase their one-of-a-kind creations. From ceramics, glass, and photography to sculptures, jewelry, and paintings, the festival offers an extraordinary range of styles and prices, there’s truly something for everyone. Get something to decorate a blank wall in your house, a gift that reminds you of someone, or something to spoil yourself with!
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Main Stage Saturday
12:00pm Dana Maragos
1:00pm Steve Dawson and Diane Christiansen
2:30pm Gerald Dowd
4:00pm Gerald McClendon
5:30pm Nelson Street Revival
7:30pm The Simple Remedy
9:00pm charlie otto + his gear
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Roscoe Stage Saturday
12:00pm John Huss
1:30pm Anxiety Patrol
3:00pm Back Alley
4:30pm Todd Allison & The Kind Force
6:00pm Shadowfields
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Main Stage Sunday
Main Stage Sunday
11:45am Gerry Hundt Trio
1:00pm The Band Calderisi
2:30pm Miss Barbara Clifford & The Shakin’ Tailfeathers
4:00pm Fox Crossing Stringband
5:30pm Mr. Blotto
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Roscoe Stage Sunday
12:00pm Steve Hashimoto Duo
1:30pm VRTUE
3:00pm Kent Rose & The Remedies
4:30pm Redbud Park
6:00pm Robert Rolfe Fedderson
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Saturday, September 13th
11:30am Wizard Ed’s Marvelous Magic Show
12:30pm Wizard Ed’s Magical Comedy Hour
2:00pm Abra-ka-dabra
3:00pm Planet Circus
4:00pm Mary Macaroni Sing-A-Long
5:00pm Mary Macaroni and The Impasta’s Blow Out Show!
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Sunday, September 14th
12:00pm Amazing Bibik’s: How’d He Do That!
1:00pm Dance on Broadway
2:00pm Amazing Bibik’s Hilarious Hocus Pocus
3:00pm Sing and Dance with Mr. Dave
4:00pm J G’s Reptile Show
5:00pm Mr. Dave Baby Rave
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We see your Taco Tuesday, and we raise you Tequila Tuesday. Mexican Independence Day is next Tuesday, September 16th, and we can not think of a better way to celebrate at a family-owned Mexican restaurant. El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill is hosting our September Lakeview East Supper Club, with Don Fulano Tequila! With three courses, three margaritas, AND a tequila flight, this is a fiesta you do not want to miss.
Come taste tradition on the beautiful, spacious patio! This event is 21+ and gluten-free, vegetarian, and dietary restrictions can all be accommodated.
Tickets are $79, which includes three courses, three margaritas, a tequila flight, tax, and tip.
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Menu for the Evening:
Starter: Flor de Calabaza Rellena
Zucchini blossom filled with queso panela. Battered, fried, and served over a silky avocado mousse.
Paired with: Avocado mango margarita
Main: Chile En Nogada
Roasted poblano pepper stuffed with a savory, sweet blend of ground beef and fresh fruit. Topped with a creamy walnut sauce. Sprinkled with pomegranate seeds and finished with fresh herbs.
Paired with: Pomegranate Margarita
Dessert: Pay de Queso con Platanos al Tequila
Cheesecake topped with plantains flambeed with Don Fulano Añejo Tequila and pecan crumble
Paired with: Plantain Pecan Margarita
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The East Lakeview Neighbors proudly present their 25th Annual Oktoberfest, a lively celebration to mark the end of summer. This beloved community event features live music, traditional German fare (including vegetarian options), a festive pig roast, beer, wine, punch, and plenty of Gemütlichkeit to carry everyone into the colder months.
Happening on September 20th, from 3:30 to 7:30 pm at Murphy's Bleachers
Guests can enjoy games, a raffle, and a $500 door prize, along with a silent auction boasting over $20,000 in items, including exclusive Cubs memorabilia.
| | | | Two things we love about September: Pumpkin spice is back on the menu, and football is back on the TV. Lakeview is a great neighborhood for college sports fans, as dozens of bars proudly rep different school from all over the country. From game-day specials to wall-to-wall screens showing your team in action, you'll find the perfect spot to gather with fellow fans, wear your colors, and shout your chants. | | | | The Chicago Marathon is a month away! Happening on Sunday, October 12th this year, the 47th Annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon is going to hit the ground running. This year brings an important change: for the first time ever, street closures will begin at 6 am on marathon morning. Be sure to plan ahead for travel, parking, and access around the course. Whether you're a participant, a volunteer, or a supportive spectator, it's going to be a day filled with energy, determination, and community pride. | | |
If you’re craving authentic French cuisine but don’t have a ticket to Paris, your next best stop is Café Paris, nestled at 3307 N Clark Street. From buttery, oven-fresh croissants and crusty baguettes to delicate macarons, rich quiche Lorraine, and the classic croque-monsieur, every bite captures the charm and flavor of a true Parisian café.
Rooted in sacred recipes born in the heart of Paris, Café Paris brings that same timeless authenticity to Chicago, no passport required. Using only the finest ingredients like European butter, artisanal unbleached flour, and real French chocolate, every item is crafted with care and tradition. Cozy up with a cappuccino, indulge in something sweet or savory, and take a moment to yourself to savor the finer things in life, right here on Clark Street.
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COMING SOON
Lucky Cat | 2806 N. Clark Street
Reading Room Gallery | 3356 N Broadway
Broadway Smokes | 3441 N. Broadway
Just Salad | 3025 N. Clark St
McGovern’s | 2925 N. Sheffield Ave
Dat Donut | 949 W. Addison
Fairy Nail Spa | 3418 N. Sheffield Ave
Apothecary Lounge | 3242 N. Clark
Naz's Halal Food | 907 W Belmont Ave
May Therapeutic Spa | 1033 W Belmont
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken | 3649 N. Clark Street
Flamin Bites | 2814 N. Halsted
NOW OPEN
Chazui Tea Tower | 3349 N. Clark
Neva Hangry | 3404 N. Clark
Dad’s Place | 3369 N. Clark St
Bar 19 | 3438 N. Clark
Cardvault by Tom Brady | 1027 W Addison
Coup de Thai | 2932 N. Broadway
Kpop Merch by Choc Choc | 3009 N Broadway | NEW LOCATION
Spa Ave | 935 W. Irving Park
Sushi Box | 2811 N Broadway
Nancy's Pizza | 2930 N Broadway | OPEN UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT
Playa Bowls | 2949 N. Broadway
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Kit Kat Lounge is Moving!
After 25 unforgettable years as Chicago’s iconic drag dining destination, Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club is entering an exciting new chapter. The beloved venue will be relocating to 3524 N. Halsted St. and reopening in late September under a new name: the Kit Kat Club. The new location promises to be larger, more glamorous, and more ambitious than ever before, featuring an Art Deco–inspired design, an elevated culinary program, and a dazzling lineup of entertainment.
The new 2,650-square-foot space, designed by Kaufman Segal Angyus Design Group, will accommodate up to 240 guests across several distinct areas, including a lively main dining room, a cozy semi-private dining space, and a 1,500-square-foot outdoor patio ideal for warm-weather gatherings.Guests can expect a truly immersive experience, with velvet-draped stages, mirrored brass-and-gold bars, custom marble restrooms, and more than 170 state-of-the-art visuals that set the stage for performances as striking as the setting itself.
Kit Kat Lounge will be under construction every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday in September, but will remain open Thursday - Sunday!
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If you're familiar with Lakeview East, you must be familiar with Nancy's Pizza. This pie shop has lived proudly on Broadway since the 80s, with a huge glowing sign that has been displaying that they are home of the original stuffed pizza! While this remains true, Nancy's Pizza is now under new management and has gotten a complete transformation. Staying true to being the king of stuffed pizza, Nancy's now has a full service bar, whipping up cocktails, wine, beer, and plenty of NA options. Other than pizza, guests can enjoy fresh pastas, healthy salads, and classic sides like fries, tomato bread, chicken wings, and more! Finish dessert with a cannoli, the way pizza night was intended.
Order online and view the menu here!
| | Wrigleyville News & Updates | | | | Chicago’s favorite annual Halloween-themed extravaganza is back for the 2025 season starting October 10th! Step inside Nightmare on Clark Street, where spooky season takes over Stolen Saddle! Enjoy over-the-top haunted décor, creepy-themed cocktails, and Instagram-worthy photo ops designed to get you into the Halloween spirit! The pop-up is running until November 3rd. Happy haunting. | | | | |
Throw on your cowboy boots, flannels and daisy dukes for the Wrigleyville Country Fest! For one day only Wrigleyville is turning into Nashville!
Picture it…you’re in the party hub of Chicago with your best friends and there's LIVE MUSIC all around. You're eating some delicious barbecue, jamming out with your friends. All of a sudden, you hear it. It’s your favorite country song and you know all the words. You’re arm in arm with your pals singing as loud as you can. You’re getting so into it that you almost spill your beer. ALMOST. And to think this is just the start to your day? Yeah…let’s party. Yeehaw!
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Every week, our neighborhood businesses send us their upcoming events, current specials, or promotions exclusive to LVE newsletter subscribers! If you hate to be the last to know about fun things happening, check this page often, as new submissions are always being added! | | | Business & Government Webinars & Affairs | | Check out all the BACP Webinars Here! | | |
Empower Hour: Klein’s Bakery & Cafe
September 18th 2025, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
In honor and recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 to October 15, this month’s Empower Hour will feature BACP Chief Small Business Officer Lotika Pai chatting with Jessica Klein and Dayana Klein, Owners of Klein’s Bakery & Cafe.
Klein’s Bakery & Cafe, a Venezuelan Bakery and Cafe, is owned by two passionate sisters chasing their dreams in creating the most beautiful and delicious pastries. Thanks to their abuela (grandmother), they learned how to bake and decorate cakes at a very young age. Soon after, a small hobby quickly turned into a very big passion. They now have locations in Uptown, Lakeview East and Lincoln Park offering custom cakes, coffee, breakfast, and pastries inspired from Venezuela.
The candid conversation will cover the start and growth of the business, site selection, product development and cultural influence. The webinar will end with a Q&A for attendees to ask questions.
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