Maxwell Street
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Calling all small businesses, farmers, gardeners, artists, makers and re-sellers!
Select Sundays: May 18, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14 & October 5, 2025
Maxwell Street between S. Halsted St. and S. Union Ave.
10 a.m.– 3 p.m., FREE Admission
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Visitors to Maxwell Street will experience an eclectic mix of foods and finds—including handmade crafts, resale housewares, clothing, and much more. This year’s edition will also feature live entertainment and programming from cultural partners, and will incorporate nearby businesses and restaurants including several “Maxwell Street originals” with longstanding ties to the neighborhood; highlights include: Express Grill, Hashbrowns, Jim’s Original Hot Dog, Lalo’s Mexican Restaurant and Bar Louie.
A variety of entertainment will take place this year.
Historic walking tours on May 18, June 8, July 13, Aug. 10, Sept. 14 and Oct. 5.
Helpful information when planning your visit to Maxwell Street.
For about 100 years, Maxwell Street was one of Chicago’s most unconventional business—and residential—districts.
Calling all small businesses, farmers, gardeners, artists, makers and re-sellers!
Promotional space, media exposure and sampling opportunities are available.
Visit us:
Parking:
Parking is available for vendors and customers at nearby lots and parking structures.
Public Transportation:
Take CTA Blue Line’s Halsted Street station, as well as the #8 Halsted Street bus and the #12 Roosevelt Street bus.
For travel information, visit www.transitchicago.com. For fare information or to purchase fares in advance, visit www.ventrachicago.com.
