Wells Street Art Festival

WHEN:
Saturday & Sunday, June 8-9
10am to 10pm daily

WHERE:
On N. Wells Street, between North Avenue and Division Street | Chicago

DESCRIPTION:
Summer art fest season will be in full swing when the Wells Street Art Festival returns for its 39th year. One of the city’s largest and most acclaimed fine arts happenings, it’s held in the heart of Chicago’s historic Old Town neighborhood.

The annual art extravaganza features the works of more than 250 juried artists with the eclectic mix running the gamut from paintings, sculptures and glasswork to photography, ceramics, woodwork and much more. It also features the tasty cuisine of Old Town restaurants, the always-hoppin’ music stage, and a silent auction. This festival benefits the Old Town Merchants & Residents Association.

Visit http://www.chicagoevents.com/event.cfm?eid=141 for more information.