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/