From the Taste of Chicago to the Air and Water Show, Chicago's annual events are a key part of what makes the city thrive and alive throughout the year.
Check out the dates of your favorites with this 2008 chronological listing of events.
Check out the dates of your favorites with this 2008 chronological listing of events.
Chicago Air and Water Show
Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17, 2008Chicago's premiere zoom and vroom event.
Viva! Chicago Latin Music Festival
Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24Baile la noche away at the 20th Latin Music Fest.
Chicago Jazz Festival
Thursday, August 28 through Sunday, August 31, 2008This fest began as a celebration honoring the memory of Duke Ellington and John Coltrane. Now it's celebrating its 30th year. Look for a free "Jazz Week" to proceed the festival.
Celtic Fest Chicago
Saturday, September 13 through Sunday, September 14The city's Celtic Fest features many aspects of Celtic culture, including athletic events, music, and, in the past, sheepherding demonstrations.
Chicago Country Music Festival
Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12, 2008The urban cowboy of country festivals moves to Soldier Field this year. Not bad for a festival that began on the corner of Sheffield and Weed Streets on the city's north side.