2022 lakeview AND roscoe village community events

Dates are subject to change.

Lakeview Roscoe Village Restaurant Week

February 25 - March 6, 2022

Discover the best local restaurants have to offer with special prix fixe menus available for takeout and/or dine-in. $3 will be added to each menu ordered to be donated to local food pantries, Lakeview Pantry and Common Pantry. Produced by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce in partnership with local restaurants.

Spring Wine Walk

Thursday, April 7, 2022 at businesses along Roscoe St and Southport Ave

This ticketed neighborhood wine stroll features wine tastings at local businesses as well as special discounts for attendees! Organized by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.

Belmont Bunny Hop

April 16, 2022 from 10am - 2pm

Kick-off Easter with our annual Belmont Avenue Bunny Hop & Easter Egg Hunt! Take a stroll on Belmont Avenue with the family for pictures with the Easter Bunny, craft activities, an egg hunt, and raffle prizes for the parents. Organized by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.

Mom’s Night Out

Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at businesses along Roscoe St and Southport Ave

An evening shopping event to celebrate moms before Mother's Day featuring special discounts and giveaways at local stores.

Spring Lincoln Roscoe Art & Craft Fair

May 21 - 22, 2022 from 10am - 5pm on Lincoln Ave from Roscoe St to School St

This new festival launches on Lincoln Avenue, home to a variety of indie businesses and vibrant shops, and features work from artists and makers with a focus on home decor. Sponsored by the Lakeview SSA 27 and organized by Amdur Productions.

PorchFest Lakeview

Sunday, June 5, 2022

Local musicians will perform on front porches in Lakeview for an afternoon of live music and connecting with neighbors. Organized by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.

low-line market

Tuesdays, June 7 - October 11 from 3pm - 7pm at the Southport Brown Line CTA Station

A carefully curated market bringing high-quality produce, baked goods, flowers and artisanal foods from local farms and vendors to a convenient location for CTA commuters and Southport Corridor shoppers. Organized by Friends of Lakeview. This market accepts LINK/EBT card users.

Roscoe Village Farmers Market

Sundays, June 12 - October 9 from 8am - 12pm at Jahn Elementary, 3149 N. Wolcott

A local farmers market in its opening year bringing fresh & nutritional foods such as produce, cheese, fresh bread & pastry, flowers & crafts from local farmers and vendors.

Sam Adams Roscoe Village Burger Fest

July 15 - 17, 2022

At least a dozen Chicago eateries bring their mouth-watering burgers for you to try at our annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest. Trust us when we say that they go to extraordinary lengths to impress burger aficionados. Produced by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce and Special Events Management.

Summer Sidewalk Sale

July 23 & 24, 2022

Businesses along Southport Ave and Roscoe St are showcasing their summer apparel on the sidewalk for shoppers to check out the season’s styles. Produced by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.

southport art festival

July 9 & 10, 2022 on Southport from Waveland to Grace

Hosted by Southport Neighbors Association, Produced and managed by StarEvents.

Retro on Roscoe

August 12 - 14, 2022 at Roscoe and Damen

Retro on Roscoe features Chicago’s top talent and entertainment on three main stages. Artisans, antique vendors, and cool merchants will provide a shopping experience that is second to none. Local restaurants fill the venue with summertime samplings and tasty treats. All this and more liven up this tree-lined street for an enjoyable three-day festival that brings back great memories while providing excellent entertainment for the entire family. Hosted by Roscoe Village Neighbors and produced with Star Events.

PorchFest Roscoe Village

Sunday, August 21, 2022

Local musicians will perform on front porches in Roscoe Village for an afternoon of live music and connecting with neighbors. Organized by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.

sam adams lakeview taco fest

September 17 - 18, 2022 on Southport from Roscoe to Addison

The glorious taco gets the spotlight it has long deserved at this Southport Corridor food and music festival kicking off the first official weekend of autumn. Hosted by the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce, produced by Special Events Management.

Fall Lincoln Roscoe Art & Craft Fair

October 1 - 2, 2022 from 10am - 5pm on Lincoln Ave from Roscoe St to School St

This new festival launches on Lincoln Avenue, home to a variety of indie businesses and vibrant shops, and features work from artists and makers with a focus on home decor. Sponsored by the Lakeview SSA 27 and organized by Amdur Productions.

Shop for Schools

October 5 & 6, 2022

Support local schools and small businesses at this annual Roscoe Village shopping event! The participating school of your choice will receive 20% of your retail purchase at participating businesses.

Lincoln Roscoe beer stroll

Saturday, October 22, 2022 at businesses along Lincoln Ave and Roscoe St

Taste Chicago’s craft beer scene as businesses transform into tasting destinations! This ticketed event features beer samples from local breweries paired with complimentary bites at popular shops along Lincoln and Roscoe. Organized by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.

Trick or Treat on southport

Monday, October 24, 2022 on Southport Ave from Roscoe to Grace

The neighborhood’s favorite fall tradition features family-friendly activities, local food vendors, craft beer, music, and trick or treating at local businesses. Organized by Friends of Lakeview.

Southport holiday stroll & cocktail crawl

Friday, December 2, 2022 at businesses along Southport Ave

Local businesses are breaking out the holly and staying open late for this annual tradition. The Holiday Stroll is free to attend and features festive entertainment, holiday specials, photos with Santa and more. The ticketed Cocktail Crawl portion of the event will include over 10 holiday-themed cocktails to taste at participating businesses along the Holiday Stroll.

Winterfest

December 3 & 4, 2022

Connect to a world of sparkling lights, amusements, and spirited entertainment in Roscoe Village. Winterfest brings hundreds of residents and visitors to the neighborhood for a one-of-a-kind holiday shopping experience. On this special weekend, more than 20 shops stay open late so that shoppers can enjoy a truly magical evening exploring all that the neighborhood has to offer. Organized by Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber and Roscoe Village Neighbors.