Upcoming Fall Events in Chicago
Hello, spooky season! Chicago is never scare with events, no matter what the season is. Fall is my favorite second to summer! There’s plenty of options to keep your calendar full. I’ve compiled a list of things to do in Chicago this Fall below for your viewing. While it doesn’t include everything, I made sure to include some of my favorite festival and events and those on my to-do list!
NOTE: this post will be updated as events arise.
September 2022 Events

Fireworks at Navy Pier
- Date: Through September 3, 2022
- Location: Navy Pier (600 E. Grand Avenue)
- Cost: Free admission
- Features: Firework show
- Photo: navypier.org

Sundays on State
- Date: Through September 4, 2022
- Location: State & Lake (190 N State Street)
- Cost: Free admission
- Features: Food, shopping, arts
- Photo: starevents.com

Rooftop Cinema Club
- Date: Through September 5, 2022
- Location: The Emily Hotel (311 N Morgan St.)
- Cost: $18.75–$27.75 per ticket
- Features: Outdoor cinema, personal headphones, drinks + food for purchase
- Photo: taken by yours truly

Museum of Ice Cream
- Date: Through September 5, 2022
- Location: Tribune Tower (435 North Michigan Ave.)
- Cost: $36-$44 per ticket
- Features: 14 installations, ice cream treats, ice cream history, retail shop
- Photo: instagram.com/museumoficecream

JoJo’s Retro Summer
- Date: Through September 5, 2022
- Location: JoJo’s Shake Bar River North
- Cost: reservations, dining
- Features: 90’s themed patio, retro cocktails, shakes, regular & Retro Summer food menu
- Photo: facebook.com/jojosshakebar

Riot Fest
- Date: September 16-18, 2022
- Location: Douglas Park
- Cost: $99-$300
- Features: Headliner artists, food & drinks
- Photo: riotfest.org

Chicago SummerDance
- Date: Through September 17, 2022
- Location: Varies per event
- Cost: Free admission
- Features: Live entertainment
- Photo: chicago.gov/city

Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up
- Date: Opens September 22, 2022
- Location: Goose Island (1465 N. Elston Ave.)
- Cost: TBD
- Features: Festive photo backdrops, food, drink, corn maze, axe throwing, carnival games
- Photo: taken by yours truly

Chicago Gourmet
- Date: September 22-25, 2022
- September 22: Taco’s & Tequila
- September 23: Hamburger Hop
- September 24: Grand Cru
- September 25: Prost! In the Park
- Location: Harris Theater rooftop in Millennium Park
- Cost: Varies between $60-$255
- Features: A variety of drinks & food samples from local restaurants
- Photo: secretchicago.com/chicago-gourmet/

Chicago Water Lantern Festival
- Date: September 24, 2022
- Location: Lincoln Park South Lagoon (2341 N Cannon Dr.)
- Cost: $25.99-$55.99 (price increases as it gets closer)
- Features: Lantern design and launch, food trucks, music
- Photo: instagram.com/waterlanternfestival

Hyde Park Jazz Festival
- Date: September 24-25, 2022
- Location: Midway Plaisance Park
- Cost: Free admission, suggested $10 donation
- Features: More than 34 performances, food & beverage vendors, shopping
- Photo: hydeparkjazzfestival.org
October 2022 Events

Wings of Mexico
- Date: Through October 1, 2022
- Location: Plaza of the Americas (410 N. Michigan Ave.)
- Cost: Free admission
- Features: Photo opportunity
- Photo: taken by yours truly

Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest
- Date: October 1-2, 2022
- Location: Lincoln Avenue between Lawrence and Wilson
- Cost: Free entry
- Features: Food & drinks, live entertainment, vendors, family fun
- Photo: lincolnsquare.org/apple-fest

Wing Out Chicago
- Date: October 1-2, 2022
- Location: St. Michael’s parking lot (1633 N. Cleveland)
- Cost: $14 (GA) or $79 (VIP) per ticket
- Features: Food & drinks, live entertainment
- Photo: wingoutchicago.com

Chicago Latina Expo
- Date: October 1-2, 2022
- Location: Macy’s (111 N State St.)
- Cost: $20-$250 per pass
- Features: Speakers, career fair, vendors
- Photo: eventbrite.com

Prince: The Immersive Experience
- Date: Through October 7, 2022
- Location: 540 N. Michigan Avenue (corner Michigan Ave. and Ohio St.)
- Cost: $39.50+ per ticket
- Features: 10 multidimensional spaces, all things Prince!
- Photo: timeout.com

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k
- Date: October 15, 2022
- Location: Solider Field Stadium Green (1410 Special Olympics Drive)
- Cost: Free to sign up
- Features: 5k walk
- Photo: facebook.com/Strides/photos

Adults-Night-Out: Howl-o-ween
- Date: October 27, 2022
- Location: Lincoln Park Zoo (2001 North Clark Street)
- Cost: $15-$25
- Features: For 18+, live DJ, bars
- Photo: eventbrite.com

Halloween Weekend
- Date: October 28-29, 2022
- Location: Varies
- Cost: Varies
- Features: bar crawl, party
- Photo: eventbrite.com
November 2022 Events

Harry Potter: Magic at Play
- Date: November 11, 2022-May 14, 2023
- Location: Water Tower Place (835 N. Michigan Ave)
- Cost: $42.50-$67.50 per ticket
- Features: Three floors of Harry Potter magic, souvenir shop
- Photo: fever.com
