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Apple Fest is just around the corner, and there will be a lot to see, taste and experience along Lincoln Avenue! Whether you’re coming for the apples, the food, the music, the shopping, or just excited to experience the first hint of fall, here’s a look at what’s waiting for you October 2-4.
The 39th Annual Apple Fest takes over Lincoln Avenue from Lawrence and Sunnyside!
Friday, October 2 | 3–7pm
Saturday, October 3 | 9am–6pm
Sunday, October 4 | 9am–6pm
Admission is free, with a suggested $5 donation benefiting the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and the work we do to support our local business community. We also partner with about a dozen local non-profits through our Service Earned Grant Program!
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Apples are the star of the show, but there’s a whole lot more to taste at Apple Fest!
Stock up on fresh-picked apples, fresh-pressed cider, and/or apple butter and preserves from Midwest farms. Then, dig into creative apple-inspired fare from local food vendors. Expect everything from apple-cinnamon empanadas and apple fritters to apple-brussels sprouts pizza, apple-topped waffles, apple-slaw burgers and apple-glazed sausages.
And yes, there will be plenty of caramel apples and apple pie, too.
For beverages, look for crisp hard ciders, seasonal beers, cocktails, wine, hot apple cider, kombucha and plenty of non-alcoholic options.
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The Apple Fest Kid Zone is back with a full lineup of activities and entertainment for younger festival-goers!
The weekend kicks off Friday at 5:30pm with the high-flying Jesse White Tumblers, bringing their incredible acrobatics to the Kid Zone, thanks to Premier sponsor, Affy Tapple. Then on Saturday, characters from the new feature film The Cat in the Hat will be at Apple Fest for special photo opportunities and giveaways in The Cat in the Hat: The Movie Lounge!
Throughout Saturday and Sunday, the Seedling Stage will feature a full lineup of family-friendly entertainment, while the Kid Zone will be filled with hands-on activities, games, crafts, inflatables and plenty of opportunities for kids to play, create and explore.
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Affy Tapple
Fresh Caramel Apple Dipping!
| What's Apple Fest without a caramel apple? Our premier sponsor, Affy Tapple, is bringing the sweet stuff. Expect pre-packaged caramel apples for purchase throughout the weekend (while supplies last) Plus a Saturday only fresh caramel apple dipping station! Stop by and watch your apple get dipped in Affy Tapple's signature caramel for a quintessential taste of fall! | | |
Pooch Costume Contest
Presented by Urban Pooch Canine Life Center
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The 15th Annual Pooch Costume Contest, presented by Urban Pooch Canine Life Center, is back! Dress your pup to impress and bring them out for a morning of creative costumes, a panel of judges and prizes for the lucky winners. Advance registration is required.
And that’s not all! Dog Man will be making a special appearance for photos with fans, courtesy of The Book Cellar.
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Apple Fest Merchants
It wouldn't be Apple Fest without our amazing Midwest Farms like Mick Klug Farms (MI), Los Rodriguez Farm (MI), Phil Foster Fruit Farm (IN), John Bailey Honey (IL), Belly Acres Farm (IL), and J2K Capraio .(IN)
There's also over 80 retail vendors selling hand poured fall-scented candles, handmade ceramics, artwork, jewelry, accessories, fall clothing, handmade soaps, home goods, Chicago-themed gift items and so much more.
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Music
Local musicians will be keeping the energy high all weekend long on the Apple Core Stage! On Friday, kick off the weekend with Would You Kindly? The stage heats up Saturday with the vibrant Latin rhythms of Los Perros Cubanos and local talent Jonas Friddle. Sunday, will be swinging with Chicha Roots, and the triumphant return of The Flat Cats! That's not all! Visit the new Apple Jams DJ Booth on Lincoln and Lawrence Ave for a variety of music spins all weekend.
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Thanks so much to our PR firm, Ripson Group for the excellent coverage of Apple Fest.
Beard & Belly will be at Apple Fest for the first time this year bringing breakfast sandwiches, fest grilled cheeses, and the Dirty Apple Burger. Owner, Kyle Schrage went on WGN TV to show us how they're made! Watch the clip here.
Keep an eye out for more upcoming television spots later this week!
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You'll find even more apple-themed fun further afield in businesses throughout the neighborhood.
Neighborly (4710 N Lincoln) will feature a collection of apple-themed goods for the weekend including an at-home Apple Cider Donut Baking Kit, Apple Picking Scented Candles, Heirloom Apple 1000 piece puzzle, and more!
Throughout Apple Fest Weekend, Bistro Campagne (4518 N Lincoln) will be offering a special apple-themed Calvados Sidecar.
Don't want to wait in line at the fest? Pop into Jerry's (4739 N Lincoln) or Geraldine's (4743 N Lincoln) for some apple-themed sweet and savory items inside the restaurant or cafe.
Shop at MOLASSES (4617 N Lincoln) throughout Apple Fest weekend! You'll get 1 raffle ticket with every purchase made during the festival. Three winners will each receive a $100 gift card to MOLASSES. They'll also have a coloring station for kids all weekend if you need a little break!
Sip on the taste of fall at Apple Fest. The Chopping Block (4747 N Lincoln) will be offering samples of Journeyman Distillery’s Old Country Goodness. This apple-based spirit blends ripe orchard fruit with warm spice for a smooth, seasonal pour that’s perfect for autumn. Plus enjoy 20% off retail store including beer & wine all weekend!
The Chopping Block is offering Bake and Take Classes featuring their famous apple pie (pictured) on Sunday, October 4. Don't feel like baking? You can also pre-order pies to take home with you without the work!
Enjoy an Apple Malbec Sangria and Empanadas while dining at Artango (4767 N Lincoln), or right next door at Capriccio (4771 N Lincoln), you'll find Apple Bacon Roman Pizza as well as Apple Blue Cheese Roman Pizza only during Apple Fest.
Esquina (4602 N Western) is hosting a Happy Home Records Weekend Record Extravaganza! Shop LPs, 45s, CDs, movies, tapes, and more plus DJs and performances throughout Apple Fest weekend!
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Interested in volunteering? It takes a lot of hands to help the event go off without a hitch. We could really use a few more neighbors. We still have openings both days, but could especially use help on Sunday. Please sign up to help if you are able! | | | |
Lincoln Square Ravenswood
Chamber of Commerce
4505 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago IL 60625
www.lsrcc.org
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