The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is dedicated to enriching Chicago’s artistic vitality and cultural vibrancy. This includes fostering the development of Chicago’s non-profit arts sector, independent working artists and for-profit arts businesses; providing a framework to guide the City’s future cultural and economic growth, via the 2012 Chicago Cultural Plan; marketing the City’s cultural assets to a worldwide audience; and presenting high-quality, free and affordable cultural programs for residents and visitors.
Featured Services and Programs
Millennium Park
Discover an Urban Icon of Beauty and Culture
Chicago Cultural Center
The People’s Palace
Event Dates
2022 Events
Chicago City Markets
Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Plants, Flowers, Baked Goods, Rare Finds and More
Opportunities
Opportunities for Artists and Arts Organizations
Special Events Permits
Applications for Special Events Permits and Extended Outdoor Dining Permits
Chicago Public Art Program
Chicago Artist Registry, Public Art Projects and Public Art Collection Highlights
Chicago Film Office
Information for Filmmakers and Film Lovers
Clarke House Museum
Chicago’s oldest house
Partnership Opportunities
Connect to consumers
Chicago Made
Empowering creatives. Strengthening communities.
Featured Events
Department Main Office
Cultural Affairs and Special Events
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78 E. Washington St.
4th floor
Chicago, IL 60602
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Department Office Locations
Cultural Affairs and Special Events
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington St., 4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
Maxwell Street Market
800 S. Desplaines St.
Chicago, IL 60607