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Chicago Dancing Festival

August 23, 2016 - August 24, 2016 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Location

Chicago Dancing Festival

Various locations

Chicago, IL

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Description

From Aug. 23-27, Chicago Dancing Festival returns for a five day-long celebration of the finest dancers and choreographers from across the country and around the world showcasing a wide range of dance, including ballet, modern and ethnic dance forms across Chicago's top downtown venues. Tickets for indoor performances at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance and the Museum of Contemporary Art do need to be reserved in advance, however no tickets are required for the closing night performance at the Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.

Event Cost: Free

Event times: Visit the website for schedule

Additional Information

Neighborhood: Chicago

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