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Maxwell Street Market

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Sundays, May 28—October 29, 2023 (No market on Oct. 8)

800 S. Desplaines St.
9am–3pm • FREE Admission

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We are history…we are Chicago. Our mission is to promote entrepreneurship and provide opportunities for small businesses, including farmers, artists, makers, restaurateurs and re-sellers, as we have been doing since 1912.

The Maxwell Street Market is a Chicago tradition with an eclectic mix of handmade crafts, resale housewares and clothing, live music, family fun and some of the best street food in Chicago. You never know what you’re going to find! Stop by!

Plan Your Visit

Helpful information when planning your visit to the Maxwell Street Market.

Special Events

Join us for special music, dance and family-friendly activities.

History

For about 100 years, Maxwell Street was one of Chicago’s most unconventional business—and residential—districts.

Become a Vendor

Information on how to become a vendor at the Maxwell Street Market.

Corporate Partnership Opportunities

Promotional space, media exposure and sampling opportunities are available.

Visit us:

Admission is FREE

800 S. Desplaines St.
Chicago, IL 60607
312.745.4676
Office Hours during Market season for Vendor business:
Fridays, 9am–4pm; Sundays, 7am–2pm

Parking:

Limited free parking available on Desplaines from Harrison to Polk and from Taylor to Roosevelt.

Public Transportation:

Take CTA to the Clinton Blue Line station at W. Congress Pkwy. and S. Clinton St.

For travel information, visit www.transitchicago.com. For fare information or to purchase fares in advance, visit www.ventrachicago.com.