Logan Square m
ight be known for its vintage bungalow-lined boulevard and tantalizing fresh market during the warmer months but it is also quickly becoming known for the amazing festivals that are frequenting and sprouting in and around the area. Here are a few free fests to keep your eyes peeled out for.
Logan Square Arts Festival: June 26-28
This fest is organized by I am Logan Square and allows local artists to exhibit their work in galleries and businesses. It takes place around the Logan Square Blue Line at Kedzie, Milwaukee, and Logan and also has live music, food, and drinks from nearby restaurants and bars.
Tour De Fat: July 11, 10am-5pm
No, unfortunately it is not what you think it is, this is not a festival you go to stuff your face. It’s basically a homage to bikes, beer, and music which is an impeccable combination. It was started by New Belgium and takes place in Palmer Square at Palmer and Kedzie. They have some amazing summer beers at this year’s Tour De Fat like a blood orange saison! Who can say no to that?
Taste of Latin America: August 1 (11am-10pm) August 2 (11am-9pm)
This is exactly what you think it is and then some. Latin American cuisine for your eating pleasures along with arts and crafts and cooking demonstrations in the case that you want to recreate some of Central and South America’s finest foods.
Bucktown Arts festival: August 29-30 11am-7pm
The enormous personality of the good old Square sometimes overshadows Bucktown but it has successfully maintained this art festival for over 30 years. It features artists, theater performances, a poetry contest, and a line up of great music.
