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Sandbox Symphony

August 10, 2019 - August 10, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Oakwood Beach

South Lake Shore Drive

Chicago, IL 60653

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Description

Brother El's Sandbox Symphony is returning to Oakwood Beach. It is designed to encourage a more connected, informed, and healthy environment stimulating creativity. This family-friendly event takes place yearly after the Bud Billiken Parade. Live PA electronic music, acoustic music, local visual artists and artisans doing live demonstrations. Sandbox Symphony will also house a mini pop up farmers market, nutritious snacks, a mobile toy creation cart, film screenings, and more.

Event Cost: Free.

Event Times: 2-9 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/sandbox-symphony-iv-oakwood-beach

Neighborhood: Chicago

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