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Chalk Howard Street Art Fest

August 24 @ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Photo credit: Chris Guillen

Location

Howard Street between Paulina St. and Ashland Ave.

Chicago, IL 60626

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Description

Check out Chicago’s only chalk art festival which features live music, local vendors, food and drinks, while offering immersive street art experiences and street squares available for public purchase.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 24, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.howardstreetchicago.com/chalk-howard-street

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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