46th Annual Taste of Chicago to Return in July After Recent Fall Dates

Taste of Chicago 2026 is officially moving back to July, city announces lineup for summer festivals this year

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Taste of Chicago returns in July as city unveils 2026 events calendar

Chicago got an early taste of summer with the unveil of the 2026 festival calendar.

46th annual Taste of Chicago to return in July after recent fall dates

Taste of Chicago returns July 8-12, marking the festival’s 46th year and a shift back to its traditional July dates after being held in September in recent years.

Dates announced for City of Chicago’s 2026 festival season

Summer in Chicago wouldn’t be complete without an outdoor concert at Millennium Park, a basket of Harold’s Chicken at the Taste of Chicago and the wealth of other arts and culture programming that marks the city’s festival season, which kicks off in May.The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events and Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the full lineup Tuesday. Visitors and residents will be able to enjoy music, dance, food and more with ov…

Chicago announces dates for 2026 festivals -- and there's another change for the Taste of Chicago

Chicago officials announced dates for the city's iconic summer festivals, but there was at least one change in the schedule that won't go unnoticed.

Taste of Chicago Returns to Grant Park in July, Officials Announce

The beloved festival, featuring the best of Chicago’s restaurant and culinary scene, will take place July 8-12, officials announced.