12 Jun - Guide to Chicago: June 12-18

Chicago Local Guides

It’s festival season in Chicago! Check out the most anticipated events here.

Ribfest

6/12, 5pm: Get your hands dirty with a slab of ribs at Chicago’s very own festival dedicated to the good ol’ summer BBQ  necessity. (Free)

Solo Salon Braid Bar

6/13, 11am: Our friends at Solo Salon are taking over the den and hooking you up with a new ‘do for Spring Awakening.   Come get pretty before heading out to the festival. (Free)

Spring Awakening Music Festival

6/14, 1pm: Shout out to Solo Salon for jazzing up your look for day 2 of Spring Awakening. The festival comes to a close today with live sets from your favorite artists & DJ’s. ($90+)

South Loop Bike Tour

6/15, 6pm: Celebrate Chicago Bike Week with a 2 hour ride through the Loop. All levels/riders are welcome! (Free)

Lincoln Park Farmers Market

6/16, 10am: Stock up on the green stuff with a variety of local vendors offering fresh fruits + veggies. (Free)

Movies in the Park: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

6/17, 8:30pm: Think you can name all the Chicago landmarks Ferris Bueller visited when he played hooky? Pack a blanket + some grub and refresh your memory of the 80’s classic with a picnic in the park.  (Free)

Level Up Your Instagram

6/18, 6:30pm:  Up your Instagram skills with an advanced workshop taught by the lovely ladies of Lost Girls Vintage. The duo will be tackling hashtags, filters, and hands-on photography skills. Expect specialty cocktails to go along with your ‘gramming. ($50)