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🌈🎨 Art, Ale & Avenue Vibes at Glenwood Arts Fest 2025 πŸΊπŸ–ΌοΈ

🎨 Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest 2025 🎢

πŸ—“ Sunday, August 17 | 12:15 PM
πŸ“ Meet at 6900 N. Glenwood & 1400 W. Farwell (Main Gate)
πŸš‡ Steps from the Morse Red Line stop

This is one of Chicago’s best neighborhood fests, with 120+ artists and makers, open studios, free live music on multiple stages, performances, art demos, and tons of great street food + craft beer. For over two decades, the Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest (GAAF) has brought the creative energy of Rogers Park to life β€” and we're heading back because it's always a blast!

πŸ’₯ Why Join Us?

  • Explore 120+ artist booths and open studios
  • Catch live music & performances across two outdoor stages
  • Enjoy art demos, local eats, and craft beer
  • All set along the cobblestone streets of the Glenwood Avenue Arts District
  • It’s FREE and has a super chill, community vibe

We've done this one a few times and always leave with smiles, art, and maybe a little sunburn (bring your hat!).

πŸ—ΊοΈ Meetup Spot & Flow
We'll meet at 12:15 PM just outside the main gate at Glenwood & Farwell (see photo for exact meetup location).

Tentative itinerary:
πŸ–ΌοΈ 12:15–1:30 PM – Break into smaller groups to browse artist booths, eat, and drink
🎡 2:00–5:15 PM – Catch live music, relax, and vibe to the fest atmosphere

🧭 Festival Links & Info:
πŸ“Œ Official GAAF Website
πŸ“Œ Facebook Page
πŸ“Œ Choose Chicago Listing

πŸš‰ Getting There:
Take the Red Line to Morse β€” it drops you right by the action. Multiple CTA buses also serve the area.
Parking is tricky, so public transit is best. Or use SpotHero/Parking Whiz for garage options.

🎭 The district also features murals, quirky storefronts, and top-notch theaters like Lifeline & Rhapsody.

🎢 Entertainment Lineup:
Full schedule TBA, but the fest always delivers great local talent and variety. Check back closer to the date β€” we’ll post updates!
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🚨 RSVP & No-Show Policy
We totally understand plans change β€” just please update your RSVP by event start time if you can’t make it.
3 no-shows without updates = 3-month pause from RSVP’ing to events.
Be sure to check in with your event host when you arrive!

✨ See you at one of the best neighborhood art fests in Chicago!

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