Wells Street Art Festival
Schedule
Sat Jun 13 2026 at 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
1400 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610-1306, United States | Chicago, IL
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Celebrate 51 Years of Creativity at the Wells Street Art Festival!Art lovers, get ready for another unforgettable weekend of inspiration and imagination as the Wells Street Art Festival returns for its 51st annual celebration in Chicago’s historic Old Town neighborhood! This early summer tradition, held along the iconic Wells Street between North Avenue and Division, continues to be a treasure trove of artistry, culture, and community.
✨ Festival Highlights:
🎨 130 Juried Artists – Explore an incredible array of works from talented artists across the region and the nation.
🍴 Eclectic Cuisine – Savor delicious bites from Old Town’s top restaurants and food vendors.
🎶 Live Music & Entertainment – Enjoy a dynamic lineup of stage performances that set the perfect festival vibe.
👩👩👧 Family Art Activities – Spark creativity in the next generation with hands-on artistic fun.
🤝 Supporting the Community: Festival proceeds benefit the Old Town Merchants & Residents Association, funding vital programs and services in this historic neighborhood.
Art. Music. Food. Community. Celebrate 51 years of creativity at one of Chicago’s most beloved art festivals!
ENTERTAINMENT:
>>>Main Stage Entertainment (at North Ave)
Saturday
12:00pm – School of Rock
1:30pm – Jesse White Tumblers
2:00pm – Live Band Karaoke
4:00pm – RAVIV – Electric Cellos
6:00pm – Blue Rose Band
8:00pm – 16 Candles
Sunday
12:15pm – Alfredo & The Made Men
1:40pm – Jesse White Tumblers
2:00pm – The Strangers – Music of The Cure
4:00pm – Fletcher Rockwell
6:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls Presents: Tuff Taylor – An All Taylor Tribute
>>>Community Stage Entertainment (at Scott)
Saturday
12:00pm – The Lightning Bolts
12:35pm – Definition Chaos
2:00pm – Fiddle Rock
3:45pm – Caught Steelin
5:15pm – Black Oil Brothers
7:00pm – 3 Martini Jeannie
Sunday
12:00pm – Chase Wilkins Trio
1:30pm – Pink Raspberry Cats
3:00pm – Amanda Coppotelli
4:45pm – RAVIV – Electric Cellos
6:30pm – Band Calderisi
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Where is it happening?
1400 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610-1306, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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