Taste of Chicago
About this event
The Taste of Chicago is a food festival in Chicago, Illinois, at Grant Park. The 2026 event takes place Jul 8–12, 2026. The nation's largest free outdoor food festival returns to lakefront Grant Park for its 46th year, with dozens of Chicago restaurant vendors, live music, dance lessons, and family activities celebrating the city's culinary diversity.
Annual, five days in early July
Location & directions
Grant Park, Jackson Blvd. and Columbus Dr., Chicago, IL 60602
Frequently asked questions
When is Taste of Chicago 2026?
Taste of Chicago takes place Jul 8–12, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. Annual, five days in early July
Where is Taste of Chicago held?
Taste of Chicago is held in Chicago, Illinois, at Grant Park, Jackson Blvd. and Columbus Dr., Chicago, IL 60602.
What is Taste of Chicago?
A food festival in Chicago.
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