With temperatures warming and getting nicer, in conjunction with Memorial Day weekend, there are plenty of things to do in the Chicago area.
From trying a variety of moles in Pilsen to going to a concert, here’s a list of things to do in Chicago during Memorial Day weekend.
May Mole
If you’re craving mole or want to experience other areas of traditional Mexican culture, then May Mole may be what you are looking for. You’ll be able to taste a variety of different moles, listen to a variety of live music, and even watch wrestling.
When?: Pilsen and 18th Street from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26. The event is free to enter and is open to the public from 5 pm on Friday. For more information, you can visit the event website here.
Dreams Music Festival
For Latin music lovers, the Sueños Music Festival returns to Grant Park. The two-day festival will have performances by singers such as Peso Pluma, Ivan Cornejo, Rauw Alejandro and Maluma.
When?: The festival will take place on May 25 and 26 in Grant Park.
Bounce the City
Lovers of bounce houses, jumping and outdoor fun have a new attraction in the Chicago area, it is Bounce The Citywhich will be available in Orland Park.
The traveling bounce house show returns to the Chicago area with four interactive rides for families, especially kids.
When?: Bounce The City will be open on the weekends of May 25 and 26, June 1 and 2 and June 8 and 9. Operating hours are from 11:30 am on Saturdays and from 12:30 pm on Sundays. It is located in Orland Square, at 288 Orland Square Dr, Orland Park, Illinois.
Tickets start at $24 for a 90-minute pass.
Chicago beaches
If you’re just looking to cool off from the heat, you can head to one of Chicago’s several beaches as the city announced the opening date for a large number of them will be May 24.
When?: Beaches will open starting Friday, May 24. Here a list of the beaches that will be open as well as their location.
Live on the Lake! 2024
You can enjoy free live music at the Navy Pier Beer Garden. Live on the Lake is an “outdoor live music series featuring Chicago’s best bands, along with regional and national acts, performing countless genres and styles of popular music every weekend.”
When?: The festivities will begin on Saturday, May 25 at 2:00 pm. until 8:00 pm at 600 E. Grand Avenue and admission is free.
Fireworks at Navy Pier
To cap off Saturday night on Memorial Day weekend, enjoy the famous Fireworks at Navy Pier. It’s a complete performance with stunning visuals and a mix of music that the whole family can enjoy.
When?: Saturday, May 25 starting at 10:00 pm Admission to see the fireworks is free.
Judgment Day
If you’d rather enjoy something a little more relaxing, you can head to Navy Pier and catch Jason Alexander’s Chicago stage debut in the comedy “Judgment Day.” Alexander, widely known for his role on Seinfeld, plays a “stunningly corrupt and morally bankrupt lawyer who is threatened with eternal damnation by a terrifying angel after a near-death experience.”
When?: The show is available from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26. Friday’s performance begins at 7:30 and Saturday and Sunday begin at 2:30 pm and 2:00 pm, respectively. For more information, you can consult the yeswebsite.
Farmers Market at Daley Plaza
The season of Chicago farmers market It officially begins on Thursday, May 23 when the Daley Plaza Farmers Market opens to the public.
According to the city of Chicago, it is the oldest farmers market in the city.
When?: The market will be held every Thursday from May 23 to October 24, according to officials. Opening hours are from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., and they will sell products ranging from pastries to coffee, honey, olive oil and more.
“Bluey x CAMP” Immersive Bluey Experience
Mark your calendars, Bluey fans: everyone’s favorite Australian Blue Heeler comes to Chicago this Friday for an immersive “Bluey x CAMP” experience.
The experience, located behind the “Magic Door” at CAMP’s Midwest headquarters store, located at 647 West North Avenue in Lincoln Park, will give “Bluey” fans the opportunity to experience a real-life version of the house of this character, as well as a meeting with Bluey and her sister Bingo, according to a statement.
When?: The immersive experience will begin on Friday, May 24 and continue through the end of September. For more information on purchasing tickets and schedules, Click here.
