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Northalsted Market Days

August 8-10, 2025

Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood.

The 1/2 mile long summer festival features all-day lineups of live music on 4 stages, 250+ vendors, food and drink, dance exhibitions, drag performance, and more!

Market Days is one of Thrillist’s Can’t Miss Queer Events, ranked in the top 10 Chicago festivals by BizBash, and a 2023 Best of GayCities Winner for Travel Worthy Festival.

New Gold and Platinum VIP Weekend Experience for 2025- Get your VIP PASS Today

Getting Here

Northalsted Market Days is easily accessed via the CTA Red Line Addison station at Wrigley Field, CTA Red/Brown/Purple Lines at Belmont, multiple bus lines, and rideshare car/cab services to hotels and other lodging.

Press Kit

Everything you need to know about Northalsted Market Days: general info, faqs, links for high res images, video clips, logos and more.

Galleries

Relive the memories and download your favorite photos from Market Days! Please give credit to photographers when sharing photos.

MARKET DAYS 2025 LINEUP

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About Market Days

Location

Halsted St. from Belmont to Addison, Chicago IL. See below for gates.

Entry

$20 Suggested Donation – All Ages – Your donation helps pay performers & festival workers and supports charities, non-profits & community programs like the Chicago Pride Crosswalks.

Hours

August 8-10, 2025: Friday: 5pm-10pm, Saturday-Sunday: 11am – 10pm

Weather

Open rain or shine, please be advised that severe conditions may delay or cancel performances

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Schedules & Map

General Information

VIP Pass Express Entry

Choose from TWO New VIP Pass Experiences to Elevate your Market Days Weekend Experience!

  • Limited Availability Platinum VIP Weekend Experience 
    • 6 Complimentary beverages
    • Access to VIP lounge
    • Easy and fast In & Out access all days at VIP Express Entrance
    • Private air conditioned restroom access
    • Private bar service
    • Covered lounge seating area
  • Limited Availability GOLD VIP Weekend Experience 
    • Access to VIP lounge
    • Easy and fast In & Out access all days at VIP Express Entrance
    • Private air conditioned restroom access
    • Private bar service
    • Covered lounge seating area

GET THE MARKET DAYS TREATMENT- Limited Ticket Availability 

Gate Locations
  • There are 8 Entry Gates on Halsted St. (See map in Schedule section) Use the side streets for quicker entry: (Subject to Change)

Website: pridechicago.org

Security
  • No large bags/backpacks, all bags will be inspected prior to entry.
  • No coolers or outside alcohol (clear, sealed water bottles are allowed).
  • No weapons, pepper spray or firearms.

ADVISORY: BEWARE PICK POCKETS

  • Don’t place phone / wallet in REAR pocket / loose clothing
  • Don’t use shoulder bags / back packs that hang behind you in close quarters
  • DO use a front facing fanny pack or cross body / sling bag
  • DO use a zippered front pocket or deep front pocket
  • DO hand cover pocket areas in close quarters / crowded areas
Hotels & Transportation

Hotels

The closest location for lodging for Market Days is at The Villa Toscana, located at 3447 N Halsted St. Enjoy the ease of waking up in the neighborhood and popping right into the festivities and being able to walk a block or two back to your room to rest up for the other days ahead! Visit https://www.thevillatoscana.com/ to book your stay today.

Other hotels and lodging will be found near the 60613 and 60657 zip codes. You may also check out options in 60640 and 60614.

Another option is AirBnb or VRBO. 

Public Transportation

Due to heavy vehicle traffic, we recommend public transportation. You may research hotels near the CTA Red, Brown and Purple Line Stations. The event is 2 blocks from the Belmont station on these trains.

Ride services: Uber, Lyft, and taxicabs (Curb app), and Chicago has Divvy bikes for rental.

Event Parking

“Pay to Park” public street parking (use Park Chicago app) & nearby parking lots. We suggest using a parking reservation app like Spot Hero.

Other Events

Market Days has inspired a whole weekend of after parties (not affiliated with the festival) and other festivities. Check out a few below.

  • Hydrate Nightclub
  • Roscoe’s Tavern
  • Kit Kat Lounge
  • L.O.A.D. (Lights Off & Dance) at Cell Block
  • Replay Lakeview
  • CircuitMOM 
  • MEAT XXL
Street Closure

Event Parking

“Pay to Park” street parking & nearby public parking lots. We suggest using a parking app to find a spot or consider public transport.

Street Closure

Halsted St. from 3200 N to 3600 N will close to vehicular traffic at 11:00pm Friday, August 9

Parking restrictions will be enforced along the following streets starting:

Friday, 10:00am

732-820 W Cornelia St
800-840 W Newport Ave
800-832 W Aldine Ave

Friday, 11:00pm

3200-3600 N Halsted St
721-769 W Brompton Ave
Buckingham Place East + West Alleys
725-825 W Roscoe St
720-758 W Melrose St

All vehicles in the designated areas will be ticketed and towed. Questions regarding street re-routes call 773-868-3010

No access to Halsted Street surface parking lots or parking garages beginning: 11:00pm on Friday, August 9 until Monday, August 12 at 7:00am.

Pets

Leashed dogs are welcome; owner is responsible for their well being and behavior. Leaving before 5pm is recommended. Exotic animals are not allowed.

Questions, Lost & Found, First Aid

Contact info@northalsted.com with questions.

Info, First Aid, Lost & Found will be at the festival Command Center (at Halsted & Newport).

For lost and found after the festival please contact Chicago Special Events Management at (773) 868-3010.

Security
  • No large bags/backpacks, all bags will be inspected prior to entry.
  • No coolers or outside alcohol
  • Clear, sealed plastic water bottles are allowed.
  • Empty reusable water bottles allowed.
  • No weapons, pepper spray, or firearms.

ADVISORY: BEWARE PICK POCKETS

  • Pick Pockets target large gatherings
  • Don’t place phone / wallet in REAR pocket / loose clothing
  • Don’t use shoulder bags / back packs that hang behind you in close quarters
  • DO use a front facing fanny pack or cross body / sling bag
  • DO use a zippered front pocket or deep front pocket
  • DO hand cover pocket areas in close quarters / crowded areas

Friday August 8

Addison Stage
Cornelia Stage
Roscoe Stage

Hosted by Robyn Banks Fiierce

Belmont Stage

Saturday August 9

Addison Stage
Cornelia Stage
Roscoe Stage

Hosted by Robyn Banks Fiierce

Belmont Stage

Hosted by DJ X-tasy

    Sunday August 10

    Addison Stage
    Cornelia Stage
    Roscoe Stage

    Hosted by Robyn Banks Fiierce

    Belmont Stage

    Proud Northalsted Market Days Sponsors

    Photo Galleries

    Market Days 2024 Day 2- Part 2 - Ken Brown
    Photographer: Ken Brown
    August 11, 2024
    Market Days 2024 Day 2- Ken Brown
    Photographer: Ken Brown
    August 11, 2024
    Market Days 2024 Recap 2
    Photographer: Tyler Worek
    August 11, 2024

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