Chicago Bagel Fest: Bagel Tastings, Live Acoustic Music, Photo Ops & More!

Schedule

Sat Mar 07 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Wrigleyville | Chicago, IL

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Tix include admission, bagel tastings from Chicago's best bakeries, live acoustic music, photo ops, giveaways & more! Chicago's BAGEL Party!
About this Event

There’s one glorious carb that doesn’t get nearly enough love… the BAGEL! We’ve heard the passionate cries of bagel enthusiasts everywhere, and we’re answering with the ultimate tribute: one big celebration of THE BAGEL in the heart of Wrigleyville!

Get ready to schmear your way through a bagel-filled bash like no other. This is the kind of event you’ll want to lox in your calendar — pun very much intended.


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It’s carbs. It’s fun. It’s Chicago Bagel Fest — and it’s going to be toasted perfection.

GA TICKETS INCLUDE

  • Admission to Chicago Bagel Fest
  • Bagel Tastings
  • Live Acoustic Music
  • Bagel Photo Ops
  • Giveaways & other stuff to help you have a hole lotta fun!

VIP TICKETS INCLUDE: Everything listed above plus a free exclusive Chicago Bagel Fest commemorative T-Shirt!

VIP SHIRT DESIGN: Help us design the official VIP shirt for Chicago Bagel Fest 2026. Submit your design ideas HERE.

FREE TICKETS/RAISE MONEY FOR YOUR CAUSE: See below for more info.



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FREE STUFF: Get Freebies* including: $5 in FREE food from DoorDash, $30 from Rakuten, $10 in FREE food from Ritual, 25% off + free shipping from Blue Apron and more! Click HERE for more info. *All offers valid for first time users only and subject to change without notice.

REASONS TO BUY EARLY: In addition to getting tickets at a lower price, those who purchase early will also receive free tickets and/or deeply discounted tickets to future events.

PHOTO CONTEST: ​ Enter to win by using #ChicagoBagelFest in your posts on Instagram or Facebook. Our panel of judges will go through the pictures and winners will be contacted afterward! Prizes include tickets to party cruises on Lake Michigan, wine tastings, martini tastings and more!

NO PETS OR KIDS (keep the little and furry ones at home): While we know that everyone (including animals) loves bagels, pets and children are not allowed at Chicago Bagel Fest. All guests must be 21+ with valid ID.


SPONSORSHIP & VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES: For questions, sponsorship/vendor opportunities, and press inquiries, please fill out the form HERE.

FREE TICKETS/RAISE MONEY FOR YOUR CAUSE:

  • Fundraising Opportunity: Are you trying to raise money for a certain cause? Email [email protected] for more info!
  • Celebrate your birthday at the event and your ticket is free! Email [email protected] for more info (conditions apply).
  • Want to earn a free ticket and some cash for spreading the word? Email [email protected] for more info!
  • We've got tons of other ways to earn free tickets! Click HERE for more information!

WORK WITH US: Interested in meeting new people while having fun running the best experiences in Chicago? Email [email protected].

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Rules, Regulations, & Disclaimers

All guests must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID that will be checked by security prior to entrance. Enjoy responsibly. We reserve the right to curtail service to anyone if intoxicated. Please be aware that this event will comply with the Illinois Liquor Control Act 235 ILCS 5/6-16(a) A valid ticket with scannable QR code is required by all guests to enter event. There is no guest list. Each ticket must be scanned. Security reserves the right to inspect all bags and persons. Absolutely no outside food or beverage may be brought into the event. Guests who are deemed intoxicated (or otherwise unfit), will be denied entry and no refunds will be given. We want all guests to enjoy themselves, but our number one priority is the safety of all guests. Any ticketing/technical issues will be handled by Eventbrite.com. Please contact them directly at https://www.eventbrite.com/contact-us/. Sorry – no refunds or price adjustments. The Eventbrite system does not allow us to restrict people who are underage from buying tickets. If you are not 21 and purchase a ticket, you will not be allowed into the event. For further Terms and Conditions of this event and ticket purchase please see “Ticket Purchase and Event Terms and Conditions” in checkout before purchasing these tickets; which shall also be binding and shall be incorporated by reference as though fully stated herein.

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Where is it happening?

Wrigleyville, 3506 North Clark Street, Chicago, United States

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