(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — It’s Labor Day Weekend and there are plenty of ways to enjoy your summer sendoff. WBBM Newsradio’s Rachel Pierson has a roundup of activities.
—The Chicago Jazz Festival is back for the first time since 2019. More than 100 artists will be featured at 15 different venues throughout the city, including Millennium Park and the Chicago Cultural Center. Admission to all performances is free.
—The Chicago Bulls will connect with fans during the inaugural Bulls Fest. The two-day event is designed to celebrate the organization through a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, player meet-and-greets and high-profile concerts, all at the United Center campus.
—Spend a night with the legendary Diana Ross live at Ravinia in Highland Park. Ross will be joined by special guest Naturally 7 and Rhonda Ross on Sunday.
—African culture takes center stage on the South Side with the 33rd Annual African Festival of the Arts. Back after a two-year pandemic hiatus, the event brings the art, sights, tastes and sounds of African culture to Chicago’s historic Washington Park.
—The Last Fling in Naperville is billed as a family-friendly community festival and is a fun way to say farewell to summer. The annual event has something for everyone, including music on multiple stages, a carnival, a business expo and food.
—Do you feel the luck of the Irish? Head to historic downtown Long Grove for the Irish Days festival through Monday. Celebrate Irish bagpipers, folk bands, the Irish dog competition and the Men's Kilt contest.
—And instead of saying so long to summer, greet the autumn season at the Frankfort Fall Festival. In addition to carnival rides and funnel cakes, more than 300 artists from across the country will have their works on display.
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