West Fest Chicago reflects the eclectic West Town community, and is also renowned for cutting edge live music programmed by Empty Bottle Presents, plus the ever popular Bass By The Pound DJ Stage.
West Fest Chicago is unique due to its presentation of neighborhood retailers and restaurants, local fine artists and makers, as well as Kid Fest and Pet Fest.
Address
Chicago Avenue between Wood and Damen
(1800-2000 W Chicago Ave.)
Date
July 17 5pm-10pm
July 18 12pm-10pm
July 19 12pm-10pm
Event Benefactors
Esperanza Community Services
Nourishing Hope
Talcott Elementary
Suggested Donation: $10
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Festival Details
Vendors
The Festival features local restaurants, food trucks, food vendors, West Town retail vendors, corporate sponsors, local artists and more.
The Vendor Application for West Fest 2026 is closed. We look forward to viewing your application for summer 2027!
Kid Fest
Train rides, bounce houses, pony rides, and more... Kid Fest is a kid friendly event complete with its own vendors and live entertainment stage.
Benefactor and Organizer: Talcott Fine Arts & Museum Academy
Pet Fest
Organized and sponsored by Canine Crews, Pet Fest features a dog obstacle course, paw painting, pet retail and services booths, plus various pet related demonstrations throughout the day.
2026 Sponsors & Partners
Contact Us
General Event
WTCC
312.850.9390
Festivals@westtownchamber.org
Vendor & Sponsorship
312.850.9390
Festivals@westtownchamber.org
Media
Talent Booking
Brent Heyl, Empty Bottle
773.276.3600
brent@emptybottle.com
FAQ's
Q: How can I volunteer at the event?
A: Please fill out the volunteer interest form!
Q: Is the event dog friendly?
A: Yes! Well behaved dogs on leashes may attend.
Q: Is there parking?
A: There is plenty of non metered street parking in the area but no designated parking.
Q: How do I get there?
A: The festival is located on Chicago Avenue between Chicago and Wood. Use the address 1800 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago IL 60622 when travelling to West Fest Chicago.
Q: Is the $10 Suggested Donation Required?
A: No. It is not required because the event takes place in the public way. However, we will have entrance gate staff suggesting that attendees make the donation. Donations help to cover the costs of producing the event, and proceeds benefit local non-profits: West Town Chamber of Commerce, local animal shelters, and Talcott Fine Arts & Museum Academy. Please DONATE!