Chicago Blues Festival
The Chicago Blues Festival returns with a lineup including Taj Mahal and The Phantom Blues Band. There will also be tributes celebrating 75 years of Billy Branch’s impact on blues music and 55 years of Alligator Records. Enjoy live music from various artists across four stages in Millennium Park. The festival runs from noon to 9 p.m. on June 5-7. Enter through Michigan Avenue and Washington, Madison, Randolph, and Monroe Streets. Admission is free. For more information, visit ChicagoBluesFestival.us.
Pokémon GO Fest
This weekend, enthusiasts can catch Pokémon and earn special rewards during the Pokémon GO Fest in Grant Park. The event follows previous stops in Tokyo and precedes Copenhagen. Gamers will engage in augmented-reality experiences from June 5-7 at Grant Park, located at 337 E. Randolph St. Tickets are priced at $33 and available at pokemongo.com.
American Writers Festival
The American Writers Festival offers a literary retreat featuring notable authors and scholars. Events include discussions with Daniel Kraus, Reza Aslan, and Eve L. Ewing. The festival occurs across two venues: the American Writers Museum at 180 N. Michigan Ave. on June 6, and the Harold Washington Library Center at 400 S. State St. on June 7. Both sessions are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is free. Details are available at americanwritersmuseum.org.
Danielle Allen’s Talk
Visit the Newberry Library for an insightful discussion about the Declaration of Independence. Harvard professor Danielle Allen and R. Scott Stephenson will share their expertise. View artifacts from the Museum of the American Revolution. This event is part of the library’s United States 250 Initiative. Join from 2-3 p.m. on June 6 in Ruggles Hall at 60 W. Walton St. Registration is free at newberry.org.
Bleachers
Jack Antonoff’s indie rock band, Bleachers, performs live this weekend. Known for working with artists like Taylor Swift, the band plays at Salt Shed Fairgrounds on June 5 and 7 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $75.20. Visit saltshedchicago.com for more information.
Melissa Etheridge at Brookfield Zoo
As part of the “Roaring Nights” series, Melissa Etheridge performs at Brookfield Zoo. The concert on June 7 at 7 p.m. includes access to zoo rides. Tickets are available from $65 at brookfieldzoo.org.
“Fond of His Mother: Queer-Coded Hitchcock”
The Music Box Theatre screens Hitchcock films featuring queer narratives, kicking off with “Strangers on a Train.” The series runs through June 27 at 3733 N. Southport Ave. Tickets cost $13 and can be purchased at musicboxtheatre.com.
Midwest Haunters Convention
Halloween enthusiasts can find unique decoration ideas at the Midwest Haunters Convention. Located at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, the event runs from June 5-7. Tickets are priced from $40. More details can be found at midwesthaunterscon.com.
57th Street Art Fair
Attend the 79th annual 57th Street Art Fair to meet artists and view their work. The event in Hyde Park features music by Buddy Guy’s Legends and activities for children. It runs from June 6-7 on 57th Street between Woodlawn and Kenwood avenues. Admission is free. Visit 57thstreetartfair.com for more information.
“Shimmering Summer” at Chicago Botanic Garden
An installation of giant bubbles by Renzo B. Larriviere and Zara Pasfield is on display at the Chicago Botanic Garden. This exhibit runs from June 6 to September 20. Tickets begin at $12.95. More information is available at chicagobotanic.org.
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