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Why Chicago is the Summer Festival Capital
Manage episode 422995916 series 2893344
While Chicagoans enjoy thousands of summer options every year, have you ever stopped and wondered just how much goes into making these block, neighborhood, and citywide festivals work? City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran sits down with Neal Heitz, director of event production for the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, to get a behind-the-scenes look into the business of summertime Chi.
We’ll be talking summer fests all this week, sponsored by Revolution Brewing.
Fests mentioned:
- Taste of Randolph: June 14-15 in West Loop
- Maxwell Street Market: Dates vary
- Bud Billiken Parade: Aug. 10 in Bronzeville
- Air and Water Show: Aug. 10-11 in Lincoln Park
- Northalsted Market Days: Aug. 10-11
Good News: Metal Gear at Schubas
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Learn more about the sponsor of this June 11 episode:
Become a member of City Cast Chicago.
Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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Manage episode 422995916 series 2893344
While Chicagoans enjoy thousands of summer options every year, have you ever stopped and wondered just how much goes into making these block, neighborhood, and citywide festivals work? City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran sits down with Neal Heitz, director of event production for the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, to get a behind-the-scenes look into the business of summertime Chi.
We’ll be talking summer fests all this week, sponsored by Revolution Brewing.
Fests mentioned:
- Taste of Randolph: June 14-15 in West Loop
- Maxwell Street Market: Dates vary
- Bud Billiken Parade: Aug. 10 in Bronzeville
- Air and Water Show: Aug. 10-11 in Lincoln Park
- Northalsted Market Days: Aug. 10-11
Good News: Metal Gear at Schubas
Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.
Follow us @citycastchicago
You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246
Learn more about the sponsor of this June 11 episode:
Become a member of City Cast Chicago.
Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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