Mayfest is Chicago’s annual kick-off event for the summer festival season. Join us this year as we celebrate our 27th year and we’ll promise to give you a weekend of endless fun.

Celebrate the weekend with the best music and ice cold beer! This event is known for showcasing some of the best music, entertainment, and festival food in all of Chicago. Now with the Armitage Art Show in the heart of the festival, you’ll get to experience Chicago’s top artists as they showcase and sell their work with interactive experiences.

What could be better? Celebrating summer, rain or shine!

It's easy to join us. Mayfest is located in the heart of Lincoln Park at Armitage and Sheffield, less than one block from the Armitage brown line stop. May 17 - 19, Friday 5p - 10p, Sat Noon - 10p; Sun Noon - 9p. FREE, Donations accepted.