Block Party, Power Racing, & 4th of July Cookout

South Side Hackerspace, in collaboration with local makers, community organizations, and creative entrepreneurs, is hosting a maker fair and DIY block party on Friday, July 4, in front of the Chicago Sustainable Manufacturing Center (Bubbly Dynamics). This free event celebrates everything DIY - from art and science to gardening and engineering – and is open to the entire community.

The event will feature the electric thrill of a Power Racing Series competition! Watch as skilled drivers race electric-powered vehicles in an adrenaline-pumping showcase of DIY and experimental engineering.

Stick around after the block party and enjoy the ACFM Inc. Fourth of July Cookout!

Event Details
Date: Friday, July 4th, 2025
Block party: 11am – 7p
First Power Racing Series Race: 11am
Grill and music: start at 5p
Location: 37th Street and Racine, Bridgeport, Chicago

Adjacent evening event:
ACFM Inc. will host their much-loved annual celebration featuring outdoor bands, fireworks, and a cookout in the evening across from the Block Party!

BYOB and bring items to throw on the communal grill at 5p.

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