# Event Details - **Event Name**: Wells Street Art Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Celebrate 51 Years of Creativity at the Wells Street Art Festival! Art lovers, get ready for another unforgettable weekend of inspiration and imagination as the Wells Street Art Festival returns for its 51st annual celebration in Chicago’s historic Old Town neighborhood! This early summer tradition, held along the iconic Wells Street between North Avenue and Division, continues to be a treasure trove of artistry, culture, and community. ✨ Festival Highlights: 🎨 130 Juried Artists – Explore an incredible array of works from talented artists across the region and the nation. 🍴 Eclectic Cuisine – Savor delicious bites from Old Town’s top restaurants and food vendors. 🎢 Live Music & Entertainment – Enjoy a dynamic lineup of stage performances that set the perfect festival vibe. πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Family Art Activities – Spark creativity in the next generation with hands-on artistic fun. 🀝 Supporting the Community: Festival proceeds benefit the Old Town Merchants & Residents Association, funding vital programs and services in this historic neighborhood. Art. Music. Food. Community. Celebrate 51 years of creativity at one of Chicago’s most beloved art festivals! ENTERTAINMENT: >>>Main Stage Entertainment (at North Ave) Saturday 12:00pm – School of Rock 1:30pm – Jesse White Tumblers 2:00pm – Live Band Karaoke 4:00pm – RAVIV – Electric Cellos 6:00pm – Blue Rose Band 8:00pm – 16 Candles Sunday 12:15pm – Alfredo & The Made Men 1:40pm – Jesse White Tumblers 2:00pm – The Strangers – Music of The Cure 4:00pm – Fletcher Rockwell 6:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls Presents: Tuff Taylor – An All Taylor Tribute >>>Community Stage Entertainment (at Scott) Saturday 12:00pm – The Lightning Bolts 12:35pm – Definition Chaos 2:00pm – Fiddle Rock 3:45pm – Caught Steelin 5:15pm – Black Oil Brothers 7:00pm – 3 Martini Jeannie Sunday 12:00pm – Chase Wilkins Trio 1:30pm – Pink Raspberry Cats 3:00pm – Amanda Coppotelli 4:45pm – RAVIV – Electric Cellos 6:30pm – Band Calderisi - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/wells-street-art-festival/200030008722005 - **Event Categories**: art, festivals, music, entertainment, live-music, karaoke, food-drinks, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 65 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 1400 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610-1306, United States - **lat**: 41.90774 - **long**: -87.63493 - **full address**: 1400 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610-1306, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Wells Street Art Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a56a1fb4ee12b7498af763e098f4b520f4f815c9428195aa87e7bc0d8ebc66d7-rimg-w1200-h675-dc797877-gmir?v=1777655404 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Wells Street Art Festival being held? - **A:** Wells Street Art Festival takes place on Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 pm at 1400 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610-1306, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Wells Street Art Festival? - **A:** Wells Street Art Festival is organized by Special Events Management. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Special Events Management's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Special Events Management a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Special Events Management has 374+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Special Events Management has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Wells Street Art Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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