Chicago Pickle Fest: Live Bands, Beer and Everything Pickle!

There is one snack that just doesn't get the credit that it is due..the PICKLE! We have heard the cries of pickle lovers world wide and so, in honor of this tangy delicious treat, we're throwing a street fest style party at the best bars in Wrigleyville! We will be partying all day with pickle beer, pickle cocktails and special pickle-focused food items! This will be a party that you will relish for the rest of your life! (hehe)

Pickles, pickles, pickles, pickles and more pickles. There will be so much fun and food to choose from. The world is your oyster! ... or should we say, pickle? Wearing GREEN is not required at Chicago Pickle Fest, but of course it's more fun if you do!

GA TICKETS INCLUDE

• Admission to Chicago Pickle Fest
• Live Bands & DJs
• A Complimentary Pickle-Back Whiskey Shot
• Access to Special Pickle Cocktails & Mocktails
• Access to Special Pickle Focused Food Menus
• Pickle Photo Ops
• Giveaways & other dill-lightful things!
• Maybe even a surprise visit from Mr. Pickle himself!

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

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

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

CHICAGO PICKLE FEST MERCH: Click HERE to get your OFFICIAL Chicago Pickle Fest Merch!

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.

PICS FROM LAST TIME: Check out pictures from the last Chicago Pickle Fest by clicking here.

PHOTO CONTEST & PICKLE COSTUME CONTEST: ​ Enter to win by using #ChicagoPickleFest 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 pickles, pets and children are not allowed at Chicago Pickle 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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