Chicago is ready to celebrate Labor Day with a weekend full of events

Aug. 29, 2019 por Isolda Barrera

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The city kicks of their weekend full of events to commemorate the upcoming Labor Day. Events will range from different types of music festivals, food and friends and family. Pick your day look for an event and go have some fun.

Friday August 30th, 2019

Naperville Jaycee’s Last Fling

Say goodbye to summer at the Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling. The family friendly event will count with carnival rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, crafts and live music. Headliners include Better than Ezra (Friday), Vertical Horizon (Saturday) and Big Head Todd and the Monsters (Sunday). All proceeds gathered will benefit local nonprofits.

Details: 5-11 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday at Naperville Central High School, 440 W. Aurora Ave., Naperville. $10 general admission; free for kids ages 12 and under.

African Festival of the Arts

Music from around the globe, food, fine art, a marketplace, drumming and performances highlight the African Festival of the Arts. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the event will feature various artists and vendors showcasing their products, from clothes to jewelry and natural products. Local, national and international musicians perform throughout the weekend.

Details: 1-10 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday-Monday at Washington Park, 5100 S. Cottage Grove Ave. $15-$20; $10 seniors; $5 for kids ages 5-12; free for ages 5 and under

Saturday August 31st, 2019 and Sunday September 1st, 2019

2019 Miller Lite Chicago Bears Block Party

Beach days are almost over as fall begins. Why? Because this gives way football season at the 2019 Miller Lite Chicago Bears Block Party. Get a preview of the season opener against Green Bay by former Chicago Bear and commentator Tom Thayer and Bears Radio play-by-play announcer Jeff Joniak. Indulge in football-style foods and beverages. Musical will be heard to liven up the crowd, many will be present don’t miss out.

Details: Noon-10 p.m. Saturday along Milwaukee Avenue between Spaulding and Kedzie avenues. Free

Taste of Polonia

Potato pancakes, pierogi, and Polish sausage are among the traditional dishes you can try at the Taste of Polonia. Wash it all down with a cold brew or vodka (free tastings at 4 p.m. daily). Get your fill of Polish history and culture through exhibits, documentary screenings, performances and four stages of live music, from polka to pop rock and beyond.

Details: 5-10:30 p.m. Friday; noon-10:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; noon-9:30 p.m. Monday at the Copernicus Center, 5216 W. Lawrence Ave. $5-$10; free for kids 12 and under

Frankfort Fall Fest

Dozens of booths featuring jewelry, art, pet treats and gourmet snacks await you at Frankfort Fall Fest. The annual craft fest boasts more than 300 artists from across the country, a carnival, live music and parade (1 p.m. Sunday).

Details: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday at Kansas and Oak Streets, Frankfort. Free; $10 parking

Fiesta Boricua

Puerto Rican culture shines at the Fiesta Boricua. Enjoy performances by local and international salsa and bomba groups, play dominoes, marvel at classic cars and attend the Misa Jibara, a Catholic mass infused with Puerto Rican musical and cultural elements (3 p.m. Saturday).

Details: Noon-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday along Division Street between Western and California avenues. Free

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