Summer Concert Series & Farmers Market

Make plans for tonight and spend your evening at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series! The Farmers Market runs from 3:00–7:00 p.m., giving you plenty of time to stock up on seasonal produce, pick up something delicious for dinner, and discover something new from local vendors and makers. This week’s pop-up vendors include Driftless Prairie Meats & Market, Mindful Baking, Maplewood Avenue Candles, and Janvier.


Then stick around for Diamondback, taking the stage from 6:00–8:30 p.m. for a free evening of live music in Giddings Plaza. Grab dinner, meet up with friends, and enjoy one of the best parts of summer in Lincoln Square.


Market at 3. Music at 6. See you tonight!


More Local Happenings

Paper lovers, this one's for you! Celebrate Stationery Store Day on Saturday, August 1 by shopping local and discovering beautiful paper goods, cards, and stationery from neighborhood favorites including Bon Femmes, Paper Bunny Press, and a. favorite design. It’s the perfect excuse to stock up on something special or find a few new favorite


Glinda and Elpaba are coming to Lincoln Square! Grab a blanket and head to Winnemac Park for an evening of entertainment under the stars. Wicked is coming to the park as part of Chicago’s Movies in the Parks series. Bring the family, pack some snacks, and enjoy a movie night outdoors. Wicked: For Good will be playing on Saturday, August 1 at 8:30pm. Click here for details.


Celebrate creativity and community at Community Celebration of the Arts, a free, family-friendly afternoon of music, performances, interactive activities, and more on Saturday, August 1. The event features performances by students from the Sadofsky Summer Music Camp, the Revolutionary Swing Orchestra, and special guest Thaddeus Tukes, plus community exhibits and a Sweet Home Chicago sing-along. Click here for complete details.


Got a pile of clothes waiting for a little TLC? Bring a beverage (or just yourself and your mending) to Idea Box Integrated Arts on Saturday, August 1 for an early evening stitch-n-b*tch! From buttons and snaps to sewing machines and jewelry repairs, professional textile artists will be on hand to help you tackle those projects you've been putting off. Tools, supplies, sewing machines, and plenty of good advice are provided.

Saturday, August 1 from 4–6 p.m. Get tickets and learn more

The Inside Scoop

Big week for new businesses in Lincoln Square! We have not one, not two, but three reasons to celebrate as new local businesses open their doors and become part of the neighborhood.


Izakaya by Ayia (4833 N. Western Avenue) officially joined the Lincoln Square business community this week with a ribbon cutting! We’re excited to welcome this new spot to the neighborhood and look forward to seeing what’s ahead. They're currently offering a limited menu, and will be adding in seasonal dishes throughout the year.


Zimi’s Restaurant (5077 N Lincoln Avenue) is opening the doors to its new space today! Stop by Thursday for a soft opening and be among the first to check out their new digs.



And there’s another grand opening to celebrate: Ginger & Lime Print Shop (4609 N Wolcott Avenue) is officially opening its doors today! Stop by at 4pm for the ribbon cutting and stay for some snacks, refreshments and shopping! Show them some love, and help welcome this new business to Lincoln Square.


Three new spaces, three reasons to shop local, stop in, and say welcome to the neighborhood!

LSR in the News

For more articles on Lincoln Square and Ravenswood businesses, click here.



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