Gold Coast Events July 2019
While the Taste of Chicago dominates Grant Park this weekend, there are other events to check out near the Gold Coast. Here’s a list of Chicago events for July 2019.
Aon Summer Fireworks
Sat. Jul 13, 10:15 – 10:25 PM
Gather at Navy Pier for an incredible fireworks display. Sponsored by Aon, this free show occurs every Saturday and Wednesday night until Labor Day.
Navy Pier
600 E Grand
Chicago, IL 60611
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Water Colors Chicago Latin Jazz Festival
Sun. Jul 14, 3 – 6 PM
For Jazz lovers, this free event takes place in Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier. The year will be a tribute to Jerry Gonzales by Victor Garcia and the Chicago Latin Jazz Collaborative. Other featured musicians include Jane Bunnett, Mary Paz, Danae Olano, Yissy Garcia, Tailin Marrero, and Joanna Majoko.
Polk Bros Park
600 E Grand
Chicago, IL 60611
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Volleywood
Sat. Jul 20, 11 AM – 7 PM
Volleywood is a one-day lakefront music festival featuring Corona Electric Beach. Located on the northern tip of the Gold Coast at North Avenue Beach, enjoy 8 hours of music from 5 national artists.
North Avenue Beach
1600 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60613
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Saturday Fireworks Booze Cruise
Sat, Jul 20, 9 PM – Sun, Jul 21, 12 AM
There’s still time to grab tickets for this fantastic event. Enjoy a cruise aboard a three story yacht with climate-controlled interior decks and a breathtaking view of Chicago from Lake Michigan.
Anita Dee Yacht Charters
200 N. Breakwater Access
Chicago, IL 60601
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Afrofest 2019: Chicago
Fri. Jul 26, 10 PM – Sat, Jul 27, 1 AM
Afrofest is the largest celebration of African-Caribbean culture. Located just north of the Gold Coast near Lincoln Park Zoo, explore the richness of African heritage through music and dance.
Park West
322 W Armitage
Chicago, IL 60614
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Summer Wine Fest
Fri. Jul 26, 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Presented by JP Morgan Chase, Lincoln Park Zoo is hosting its annual Summer Wine Fest. Guests can sample more than 35 different varieties of wine while enjoying music amongst the shade of the zoo’s lush gardens.
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614
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