What can we say about the month of May? It is still technically in spring, but everything about the month is pointing towards summer. From the opening of the city’s Farmer’s Market to the officially kick-off of festival season, the month is teasing us with its great outdoor activities and epic summertime vibes. Start your pre-summer planning with our guide to events happening this May!
Joffrey Ballet’s Global Visionaries
April 26 – May 7, 2017
Joffrey Ballet’s “Global Visionaries” is sure to impress any dance-lover in your life. The spring program features three distinct repertory pieces including the world premiere of Swedish Choreographer Alexander Ekman’s Episode 47.
Kentucky Derby Party at ROOF on theWit
May 6, 2017 | Doors Open at 2:00 p.m.
Put on your most stylish Southern-inspired ensemble and head to ROOF on theWit for a Derby Party & Best Dressed Runway Contest! The most stylish southern belle will win the Grand Prize Trip for 2 to the iconic Maker’s Mark Distillery.
RENT at the Oriental Theatre
May 9, 2017 – May 14, 2017
RENT, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece, returns to the Loop’s Theatre District with its vibrant 20th anniversary touring production for one week only!
Daley Plaza Farmers Market
May 11, 2017
The longest running Farmers Market in Chicago is back on May 11th! Shop for fresh fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers all while under the gaze of the giant Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza every Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. starting May 11th.
Chicago Craft Beer Week
May 18, 2017 – May 25, 2017
Celebrate Chicago’s craft beer scene at the 8th Annual Chicago Craft Beer celebration. Enjoy special selections at several Loop bars including Monk’s Pub.
Red Giselle Reveler Party at Auditorium Theatre
May 19, 2017 | 6:00 p.m.
Revel with Auditorium Theatre on May 19th with a pre-show party followed by Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg’s performance of the renowned Red Giselle! The $40 ticket includes a seat in the back orchestra, light bites from Trattoria No. 10, and two drink tickets for beer or wine! Can’t make it to the Reveler Party? The production runs through Sunday, May 21st.
Chicago Riverwalk Summer Celebration
May 20, 2017 | 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
We’re officially one month away from the season opening of the Loop’s newest outdoor attraction, the Chicago Riverwalk! Experience the riverfront during an all-day summer celebration on May 20th. From architecture cruises to boat races, the free event offers a preview of the unique programing offered through October on the Riverwalk.
Chicago Memorial Day Parade
May 27, 2017
Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade is one of the largest in the nation. Honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country on May 27th at noon as the parade proceeds south on State Street from Lake Street to Van Buren Street.
House Music Celebration at Millennium Park
May 27, 2017
We bet you didn’t know that house music was born in Chicago. Celebrate the various styles and sounds of electronic music on May 27th with free DJ sets and live performances in Millennium Park.
Bike the Drive
May 28, 2017
Chicago was recently named #1 bicycling city in America by Bicycling magazine. Help celebrate the title by grabbing your bike and enjoying an almost 5 hours of car-free riding on Lake Shore Drive on May 28th.
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