Wicker Park Fest

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over 100 retail vendors. A $10 donation at the gate benefits the nonprofit Wicker Park Bucktown
Chamber of Commerce, and comes with festival pin perks of receiving more than 20 discounts from festival vendors and businesses in the area. The festival reflects Wicker Park’s rich music heritage, with the summer’s most sought-after bands performing on multiple stages, with the neighborhood’s iconic live music venue Subterranean serving as a partner in curating the festival’s lineup. There will be an Arts Area presented by Special Service Area #33 with provoking sculpture installations and interactive art, showcasing unique works from local
artists. A Community Culture Stage will feature dance and other cultural performances. A Kids Fest offering an exclusive area of family programming and benefiting Burr Elementary will take place at Wolcott and Milwaukee Avenues. Building on the neighborhood’s unique character, the weekend bash
celebrates Wicker Park’s vibrant nightlife and acclaimed restaurants with local food, drinks and retail vendors. After Parties will be hosted by several local businesses, with locations to be announced in July. The festival will offer volunteer opportunities. More details on this year’s complete music lineup, art attractions, family activities, vendors list, after parties, volunteer opportunities, and pin perks will be announced in subsequent press releases. The presenting sponsor for Wicker Park Fest 2022 is Goose Island Beer Company.