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The 46th Annual Taste of Chicago is one of the world’s largest and most iconic food festivals, celebrating Chicago’s multicultural food scene with local restaurants, food trucks, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Admission is free, making it one of the city’s biggest summer attractions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Event Dates<\/b><\/h2>\n
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  • Dates: Wednesday, July 8 \u2013 Sunday, July 12, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Daily Hours: 11:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Admission: Free<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Location: Grant Park<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    What to Expect<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Visitors can enjoy:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Food from dozens of Chicago restaurants, food vendors,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Local food trucks<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Pop-up food vendors<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Chicago’s famous deep-dish pizza, hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, barbecue, desserts, and international cuisine<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Live concerts every evening<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Cultural performances<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Family-friendly activities<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Scenic lakefront views and picnic areas<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      2026 Entertainment Lineup\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

      This year’s festival features free nightly concerts by:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Date<\/b><\/td>\nHeadliner<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Jul-08<\/span><\/td>\nBeach Bunny<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Jul-09<\/span><\/td>\nOriginal Koffee<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Jul-10<\/span><\/td>\nCommon<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Jul-11<\/span><\/td>\nBabyface<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Jul-12<\/span><\/td>\nJulieta Venegas<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

      All performances are included with free admission.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Food Highlights<\/b><\/h2>\n

      Expect to find:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Chicago-style deep-dish pizza<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Chicago hot dogs<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Italian beef sandwiches<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Barbecue ribs<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Maxwell Street Polish sausage<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Cheesecakes and desserts<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Mexican, Italian, Asian, Mediterranean, and other global cuisines<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Vegetarian and vegan options<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Craft beverages and soft drinks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Payment Information<\/b><\/h2>\n

        All food vendors accept only credit or debit cards.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • No food tickets are sold.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Cash is not accepted at food vendor booths.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Getting There<\/b><\/h2>\n

          Public transportation is highly recommended due to heavy crowds. Nearby transit options include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          • Chicago ‘L’ trains<\/span><\/li>\n
          • CTA buses<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Walking from downtown attractions such as Millennium Park<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Several downtown streets will have temporary closures during the festival, including sections of Columbus Drive, Jackson Drive, and Ida B. Wells Drive.<\/span><\/p>\n

            Festival Tips<\/b><\/h2>\n
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            • Arrive before noon to avoid the longest food lines.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Bring a refillable water bottle.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Wear comfortable walking shoes.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Carry sunscreen and a hat for daytime visits.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Stay for the evening concerts if your schedule allows.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Use public transportation instead of driving.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              About Taste of Chicago<\/b><\/h2>\n

              Founded in 1980, Taste of Chicago has grown into one of the world’s largest free-admission food festivals, attracting more than 100,000 visitors each year. It showcases the city’s multicultural food scene while offering free entertainment and community events.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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