It's Belmont Sheffield Music

Festival Weekend!

Drum roll please... the long wait is finally over. This entire weekend is the 40th annual Belmont Sheffield Music Festival, happening (appropriately) at the corner of Belmont and Sheffield, all the way down to Sheffield and Roscoe, right here in Lakeview East. This festival is the official unoffical kick off to summer, and we invite you to jon us for dancing, singing, shopping, eating, and drinking, in one of Chicago's most beloved neighborhoods. With the hottest headliners, iconic local legends, and festival food that is actually good, we can't think of a better place to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend.

Fri, May 23, 2025 | 5 pm to 10 pm

Sat, May 24, 2025 | 11 am to 10 pm

Sun, May 25, 2025 | 11 am to 10 pm

Friday Lineup

Main Stage:

6:00 pm – iPop

8:00 pm – Sixteen Candles

Belmont Stage:

6:30pm – The Strangers

8:00pm – DJ Greg Haus

Saturday Lineup

Main Stage:

12:15pm – School of Rock

2:15pm – Rearview: Pearl Jam Tribute

4:15pm – ‘Stache

6:00pm – Mike & Joe

8:30pm – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute

Belmont Stage:

12:30pm – Bear & Jake Acoustic

2:00pm – 3 Martini Jeannie

3:30pm – RAVIV – Electric Cellos

5:00pm – Sam Fazio 4 Music

6:30pm – Full Volume Band

8:15pm – Rosie & The Rivets

Sunday Lineup

Main Stage:

12:15pm – Four Star Brass Band

2:15pm – Hurricane Gumbo

4:00pm – Super Creeps: Music of David Bowie

6:00pm – Fletcher Rockwell

8:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press

Belmont Stage:

2:00pm – Fiddle Rock

3:30pm – Amanda Coppotelli

5:00pm – Band Calderisi

6:30pm – Nelson Street Revival

8:15pm – DJ TZME

Save Our Street Fests

When attending the Belmont Sheffield Music Festival this weekend, we ask you to kindly make a donation so we can keep street fests like this happening annually.

The Save Our Street Fests initiative is a citywide effort powered by local Chambers and nonprofits who work year-round to make these incredible festivals happen. We’re here to remind folks that these events aren’t bankrolled by the city—they’re funded by the community. That means your donations at the gate don’t just support the music, food, and fun—they keep the heart of our neighborhoods beating all summer long.

Memorial Day Weekend Happenings

Obviously, the hottest thing happening in Chicago this weekend is The Belmont Sheffield Music Fest! The festival ends at 10 pm every night, and we know this neighborhood likes to keep the party going. Check out what's going on before, after, and around the festival, and on Memorial Day itself (Monday, May 26th).

WOOGMS Memorial Day Parade – Starts at 11AM



Lakeview’s longest-running tradition returns! Since 1963, the WOOGMS Parade (“Where Everybody Marches, Nobody Watches”) has welcomed families, kids, and pets for a fun neighborhood march. Join the Jesse White Drum Corps and stick around for a performance by the tumblers!

Istmo Mezcal Tasting Supper Club

Some like it smoky. On Tuesday, June 10th, Istmo (3231 N Clark St) is hosting the June Lakeview East Supper Club, a four course meal with mezcal pairings and a mezcal cocktail! Chef Carlos Lopez Munoz has created a four course menu to pair with mezcal tastings from Prolijo Mezcal, an award-winning small batch mezcal from Oaxaca! Tickets are priced at $95 per person and include a mezcal cocktail AND mezcal tastings, four courses, tax, and tip.

Menu for the Evening:

Lenguado Ceviche Tostada: Fluke | Tangy salsa de molcajete | Cucumber & jicama mix | Red onions & cilantro | Tostada tatemada

Ensalada Istmeña: Grilled little gem lettuce | Sesame seeds & honey dressing | Dried age cheese | Hueva lisa (bottarga)

Mole Negro: Oaxacan black mole | Braised Short Ribs | Arroz Verde

Pay de Queso: Oaxacan cheesecake | Whipped cream | Alegria (candied puffed amaranth & pumpkin seeds)

Adopt + Shop on June 14th

Get ready for a tail-waggin’ good time at the 4th Annual Adopt and Shop event in Lakeview East! On Saturday, June 15th from 11 AM to 2 PM, Broadway (between Belmont and Roscoe) turns into a pet lover’s dream with adoptable pups, tasty treats, and fabulous local deals. Whether you're looking to grow your family with a furry friend or just want to soak up the cuteness, come out, show some love, and maybe even meet your new best friend!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS! Do you love pups and want to help them find their fur-ever homes? Email Marketing@lakevieweast.com to help us during the event!

Drum roll please... the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is happening on September 13th and 14th this year! The Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is Chicago’s premier fine art festival showcasing over 125 juried artists. The festival has been rated #1 Fine Arts Festival in Chicago and #2 in the state of Illinois by AFSB. Each year the festival attracts over 45,000 attendees from all around Chicago and the northwestern suburbs as well as patrons from all around the country! We are now accepting applications for food vendors to participate in this year's Festival of the Arts!  If you're interested in applying to be a food vendor, send an email to info@lakevieweast.com

COMING SOON

Lucky Cat | 2806 N Clark Street

Club Pilates | 2835 N Clark Street

Playa Bowls | 2949 N Broadway

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

Dad’s Place | 3369 N Clark St

Spa Ave | 935 W. Irving Park

Fairy Nail Spa | 3418 N. Sheffield Ave

Pilot Project Brewing | 3475 N Clark St

Apothecary Lounge | 3242 N Clark

Neva Hangry | 3404 N. Clark

Bar 19 | 3438 N Clark

May Therapeutic Spa | 1033 W Belmont

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken | 3649 N. Clark Street

NOW OPEN

Fred Astaire Dance Studio | 2825 N Halsted

Grace’s Eyelashes and Threading | 3220 N. Sheffield 

Levant Coffee | 3301 N Sheffield

Felix | 3301 N Clark

Rendang Republic | 3359 N Clark

Birdman Ramen | 800 W Belmont

Felix: Modern American Dining

From the owners of BITES Asian Kitchen and Flamingo Tea, comes a brand new restaurant at 3301 N Clark. Welcome to Felix: Modern American Dining! Felix is right at the corner of Clark Street and Aldine, and is serving up gourmet American cuisine. The appetizers are large enough to share, the flatbreads are delicious, and with a $59 Bone In Ribeye, you can even treat yourself to something upscale.

Happy Hour is served Monday-Friday from 4 pm to 6 pm, and brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm! Come in for bottomless mimosas for just $25 with the purchase of an entrée. Stop by and say hello to Felix!

Hours:

Mon & Tues: 4 PM – 9 PM

Wed & Thurs: 4 PM – 10 PM

Fri: 4 PM - 11 PM

Sat: 10 AM - 11 PM

Sun: 10 AM - 9 PM

Ay Beauty Nail Salon

Ay Beauty Nail Salon, located at 3343 N Broadway, is a premier destination for all things beauty and nails. The salon specializes in a wide range of nail services, from classic manicures and pedicures to intricate nail art and the latest trends in nail design. Its skilled technicians are committed to providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, ensuring that every client leaves feeling pampered and beautiful. With a strong focus on quality, hygiene, and customer satisfaction, Ay Beauty Nail Salon is the ideal choice for anyone seeking exceptional beauty care! Appointments can be booked by either calling 312-835-2657, or by booking online here.

This Sunday, Ay Beauty Salon is hosting a Stars & Sparkles Kids Nail Party! From noon to 1:30 pm, come by for manicures, sparkles, crafts, treats, and fun for everyone! For kids: Patriotic themed nail masterclass, glittery mini manicures, craft table, red white and blue photo zone. For parents, regular manicures are $25 and regular pedicures are $35! Celebrate Memorial Day in style, and come support this new business.

First Wrigley Field Concert of the Year is This Thursday!

Get ready to feel like a Rockstar. Thursday, May 22nd, Post Malone and Jelly Roll are unlocking concert season at Wrigley Field for the Big A** Stadium Tour! Special guests for the evening include Sierra Ferrell and Chandler Walters! Tickets are still on sale, don't miss out or you might Fall Apart.

The Mustache Crawl is Back

We mustache you a question... do you like having fun? Chicago's largest bar crawl is BACK, The Mustache Crawl is on Saturday, July 26th this year, and the earlier you buy tickets, the cheaper they will be! From 10 am to 8 pm, take over Wrigleyville with thousands of other attendees and hop from bar to bar. ​Whether you're wearing a fake 'stache or plan on growing your own, you're not going to want to miss The Mustache Crawl in Wrigleyville! You do NOT need to sport a mustache to participate...but everything is more fun when you have one!

The next round of early bird tickets will be released on Tuesday, June 3rd, at noon!

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!

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Protecting the Future of Your Business: Questions That Entrepreneurs Should Consider When Starting up and Growing a Business

May 30th 2025, 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Presented by Robert Newton, MBA- Financial Planner, Prudential Advisors and Tom O’Grady- Associate Managing Director, Prudential Advisors

As an entrepreneur in the start-up and growth phase of your business, you have a lot to consider. Decisions made now in areas such as product/service strategy, organization structure, marketing, sales, hiring, benefits, legal and exit plan, will have a significant impact on future outcomes and long-term success. Join this webinar to learn how to navigate these critical decisions and about important considerations that impact your ability to protect, grow, thrive, and ultimately reach the long-term objectives of your venture.

Located at 3214-54 N. Wilton Ave. and owned by the CTA, the parcels have been used for construction-related staging since 2006, including the soon-to-be completed Red-Purple Modernization Phase One project. Consisting of .46 acres, the available land is uniquely situated to provide housing aligned with equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD) goals. The site is valued at approximately $4.26 million.

The CTA expects to make the site available for development in late 2026. The City seeks its redevelopment in accordance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations, local plans and the development vision presented in the RFP. FTA regulations require not less than 40% of total housing units be restricted to households at or below 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). 

Interested respondents can submit proposals in two ways: through the ChiBlockBuilder.com web site or through the Department of Housing (DOH) Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) process. Refer to the RFP for submission guidelines and deadlines.

One or more selected development teams will be expected to begin vertical construction by early 2027.  

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