Listed festivals and events under cities also include surrounding areas that host signature events.

2021 food festivals, wine festivals, spirit and beer festivals.

Best Food and Drink Events Chicago

Chicago Ale Fest

January & June

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Frost Fest Craft Beer Festival

February

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Cider Summit Chicago

February

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Chicago Pizza Party Festival

February

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Chicago Whiskeyfest

March

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Chicago Beer Festival

March

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Baconfest Chicago

April

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Lincoln Park Wine Festival

May

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Chicago Beer Classic

May

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Ballpark Brewfest

June

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Lombard Ale Fest

June

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Hyde Park Brew Fest

June

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Windy City Ribfest

June

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Uncork Wine Fetival

June

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Rib Fest

June

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Roscoe Village Burger Festival

July

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Windy City Smoke Out BBQ & Craft Beer Fest

July

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Chicago Craft Beer Festival

July

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Chicago Margarita Festival

July

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Barrington Brew Fest

July

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Taste of Chicago

July

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The Great American Lobster Fest

August

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Corn Fest

August

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Bacon and Beer Classic Chicago

September

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Sam Adams Lakeview Taco Fest

September

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Oktoberfest St. Alphonsus

September

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Chicago Bourbon & Barbecue Festival

September

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Chicago Wine Fest

December