CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) — The Chicago Full Moon Fire Jams are returning for summer, starting Monday night near Foster Beach.
The Fire Jam is a monthly summer tradition that’s been running for nearly 20 years, and in the past it’s brought thousands of people to the shores of Lake Michigan for an evening of fire spinning and drumming.
Full Moon Jam Foundation President Devin Bean said the full moon plays a big role in bringing everyone together.
“I believe that the full moon definitely carries a lot of power,” Bean said. “The moon is an integral part to our existence, either spiritually, religious, whatever it is that you believe. It's biologically a fundamental aspect of all of our being.”
Since the first celebration, Bean said the event has grown to include yoga, photographers, and all sorts of different artists and musicians. He described it as a “huge ecology of talent.”
He said the fire dancing tradition, which started with Polynesian and Māori performances, will feature dancers from across the Midwest, and around the world.
“It's a really beautiful community,” Bean said. “They're very uplifting and supportive, and it's really wonderful to see people thrive, develop and overcome their own personal challenges in the exploration of the art form.”
The fire dancing, he added, has become a symbol and a reminder for guests.
“The fire only lasts for a few minutes, so it really forces you to appreciate the beauty of it in that moment, and I think it reminds us all of the finality of life and to embrace and enjoy every experience of life,” he said.
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