This iconic event is one of the most ethnically unique outdoor events in Chicago and the Midwest. Attracting more than 40,000 people from throughout the region, Chinatown Summer Fair is a true celebration of Far East beauty and culture including food, art and music located on Wentworth Avenue from Cermak Avenue to 24th Place in Chicago.

This year’s Chinatown Summer Fair was a two day event on Saturday July 30 and Sunday July 31, 2022.   Next year’s summer fair will be Saturday, July 29 and Sunday, July 30, 2023!

Saturday will be from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.  This neighborhood street festival will open with a lion dance procession at 12:30 p.m., a welcome at 1 p.m. on the main stage, followed by Asian performances, kung fu demonstrations, samplings from Chinatown’s restaurants & unique gift shops, arts & crafts exhibits, street vendors with an array of merchandise, and a children’s area–a fabulous family event !!!

ENTERTAINMENT for 2022 will include a breakdance competition, K-pop entertainment and a copi fish ball eating contest.   The Main Stage is at 23rd Street and Wentworth Avenue.