Market Days 2026
One of the Northside’s most anticipated festivals is happening August 7-9, Market Days! Organized by the Northalsted Business Alliance, this three day street fests celebrates the culture and history of Northalsted and Lakeview, Taking place on Halsted Street, from Belmont all the way down to Addison.
This year’s headliners include Keri Hilson, Jordy, Dawn Richard, Daya, and more. View the full lineup on the Market Days website!
The whole neighborhood of Lakeview East is getting ready to celebrate Market Days. Read below on whose throwing parties, brunches, drag shows, and more!
2026 Market Days Tee at CRAM
Every year, CRAM Fashion releases a limited edition Market Days tee! They are extremely limited, so get em while you can!
Hours of Operation:
Monday – 11AM – 6PM
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – 11AM – 6PM
Thursday – 11AM – 6PM
Friday – 11AM – 6PM
Saturday – 11AM – 6PM
Sunday – 11AM – 6PM
Brunches
Hot Girl Summer Bottomless Drag Brunch at Lark
Brunch on Saturday and Sunday
Celebrate Chicago Market Days in style at Lark’s “Hot Girl Summer” Bottomless Drag Brunch! This high-energy, ticketed event features dazzling floor shows from some of Chicago’s favorite drag queens, exciting weekly themes, and fun tableside interactions that make every brunch unforgettable. Your Eventbrite ticket serves as your reservation and includes your choice of entrée from Lark’s extensive brunch menu, 90 minutes of bottomless mimosas, bellinis, or non-alcoholic mocktails, plus one brunch shot. Each seating lasts two hours, and a 20% gratuity is not included in the ticket price and will be due at the end of your visit.
The Doll House Bottomless Drag Brunch at Kit Kat Club
Brunch on Saturday and Sunday
Celebrate Chicago Market Days Weekend at The Doll House Bottomless Drag Brunch, featuring Chicago’s best choreographed themed drag performances by the world-famous Kit Kat Divas! This lively brunch experience includes a two-course prix fixe meal with your choice of entrée, along with two hours of bottomless brunch cocktails, including mimosas, bellinis, sangria, Bloody Mary martinis, 1800 Tequila Skinny Margaritas, and vodka spritzers. Guests can reserve a table through OpenTable, purchase tickets in advance, call to make a reservation, or stop by as a walk-in, pending availability. Tickets include the full brunch experience, serve as your reservation, and guarantee your seats, so no additional reservation is required. To ensure your group is seated together, all tickets should be purchased in a single transaction.
The Real Drag Brunch at The River
Brunch on Sunday Only
Located just 0.6 miles away from the fest grounds, The River hosts a jaw-dropping drag show every single Sunday. These queens do not just lip sync and dance, they climb on tables, splits off stools, twirl up a hurricane, and more! Noted as one of the best drag shows in the entire country, you come get a front row seat for just $60 a person. This ticket price also includes unlimited food + drink.
Make A Reservation Here
Latin Fusion Brunch at Savanna Breakfast & Lunch
Open 7 days a week from 8 am to 3 pm
When you come to Savanna, make sure you come hungry. Not only does Savanna have absolutely amazing dishes, most of which with a unique Latin flare , they have a HUGE menu with dozens of options! Kick off with something light and easy, like salmon avocado toast, or a quinoa breakfast, or fill up for a long day of being outside at the festival, and get something heart and filling like the carnitas skillet, signature Llapingachos Benedict! It’s Market Days, so go crazy and get the red velvet pancakes to share with the table.
Savanna does not take reservations, so just walk on in!
Events During the Fest
Patio Dance Party at Kit Kat Club
Saturday & Sunday from 4 to 10 pm
Experience Market Days like never before at the Kit Kat Club VIP Patio Dance Party, your exclusive destination for comfort, cocktails, and nonstop entertainment during one of Chicago’s biggest summer celebrations. Join us on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 from 4 PM to 10 PM for an elevated outdoor experience in the heart of North Halsted.
Escape the crowds and enjoy access to our private VIP patio featuring a dedicated outdoor full-service bar, an exclusive dance floor, and the perfect place to relax, recharge, and celebrate between all the Market Days festivities. Whether you’re dancing the afternoon away or sipping a cocktail with friends, the Kit Kat Club patio offers the ideal mix of energy and comfort.
Hosted by the fabulous Kinley Preston, Joan Jullian, and Jacky Couture, the weekend is filled with unforgettable entertainment, vibrant music, and the signature hospitality that has made Kit Kat Club a Chicago favorite. Gather your friends, enjoy premium cocktails, and celebrate one of the city’s most iconic weekends from the best patio on North Halsted.
Reserve your VIP access today and experience Market Days in style at Kit Kat Club.
Market Slayz at Roscoe’s Tavern
Saturday at 5 pm
Market Days? Oh no, honey… MARKET SLAYZ! Hosted by Batty Davis & Kara Mel D’Ville featuring Onya Nurve, Lexi, Vanessa Vanjie, Juicy Love Dion, and Athena Dion!
Market Slayz Advance Purchase VIP Passes:
•Photo Line Access
•Stage Front Early Access
•Cover included
Photo Line begins at 3:00PM
Performances begin at 5:00PM
Get Tickets for VIP Pass Here
General Admission Passes will be available for purchase at the door ONLY. 21+
Meet Dorinda Medley at Sidetrack
Saturday from 2 to 4 pm
She made it NICE and she is coming to Sidetrack for a free Meet & Greet on Saturday! Come meet the RHONY legend, snap a pic, and ask her how she’s doing.
Fast Pass at Replay Lakeview
Three Day Flash Pass is from Friday – Sunday
Skip the Market Days lines and make the most of your weekend with Replay’s Summer Bash Fast Pass. While everyone is welcome to enjoy the party, the Fast Pass gives you priority entry and re-entry all weekend long, so you can spend less time waiting and more time celebrating. Located right next to the festival, Replay’s parking lot transforms into an outdoor party featuring a full bar, live DJs, games, and nonstop entertainment from day to night. Whether you’re stopping in between festival performances, meeting up with friends for drinks, or returning for one of Replay’s late-night after parties, the Fast Pass makes it easy to come and go without the hassle of long lines. Your pass includes priority entry throughout Market Days, access to the outdoor Summer Bash, admission to all Replay after parties, and covers your entry fee. Prices increase once Market Days begins, so grab your Fast Pass early and make the most of one of Chicago’s biggest weekends of the year.
Get Fast Passes Here
Boogie Wonderland at Hydrate
Single Day and Three Day Fast Passes Available
Boogie over to Hydrate for a full weekend of indoor DJs, dancing, and late-night energy in the heart of Northalsted. As the festival takes over the neighborhood, Hydrate becomes the home of Boogie Wonderland, featuring the ViiV Healthcare Dance Stage powered by Hydrate, outdoor performances throughout the festival, and an incredible lineup of DJs keeping the party going well after the streets clear. With a Fast Pass, you’ll enjoy priority entry into Hydrate all weekend, allowing you to bypass the crowds and get straight to the action. After a day exploring Market Days, step inside for a packed dance floor, festival atmosphere, and unforgettable after parties featuring some of the weekend’s biggest DJs. It’s the perfect upgrade to your Market Days plans, making it easier to experience one of the busiest and most exciting weekends of the year.
Off The Market Days Beaten Path – ROCKS Lakeview
Want a break from the Market Day Crowds? Make the short walk over to ROCKS, our friendly neighborhood bar that serves up great food! Open from 11 am to midnight all weekend long, you can get your grub on, AND treat yourself to a $5 shot special! With entrees like southwest steak wraps, Wisconsin butter burgers, blackened salmon salad, and more, you can fuel up and head back to the fest after!
