west fest chicago
There is something for everyone at West Fest, the Chicago street fair that reflects the eclectic persona of its West Town environs. [1]
Read other people’s reviews and post your own opinion about West Fest too! [2]
For more info, call 312-850-9390 or visit www.westfestchicago.com. [...] Pet Fest (near Wolcott at Chicago): Each year West Fest features Pet Fest with pet product vendors, canine bathing pools, and plenty of pet activities for charity. [...] What makes this fest unique is that it’s locally planned and managed by the West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce, thus the emphasis is all-things “local,” from the food to the talent. [3]
Each year West Fest features Pet Fest (on Wolcott at Chicago) with pet product vendors, canine bathing pools, and plenty of pet activities for charity. [1]
Held on Saturday, July 11th and Sunday, July 12th on Chicago Avenue at Damen, the annual two-day party features live cutting edge music and mixes on three stages; Kid Fest, Pet Fest, Miss Illinois USA 2009, a fashion show, and a multitude of vendors including popular neighborhood restaurants and retailers. [3]
Kid Fest (on Wolcott & Rice) features family programming and live kid music on the Adventure Stage Chicago Stage (see schedule above), crafts, pony rides, bounce houses, face painting and more. [...] In addition, within PUPfest you will find the Suds For Strays dog wash to benefit Greyhounds Only (a fantastic Greyhound rescue organization) and Alive Rescue (a brand-new no-kill animal sanctuary!). [1]
DressFest: SoKo Fashion is partnering with Chicago Avenue Salon to present ‘Dress Fest’, a live fashion show at West Fest on Sunday 7/12 at 2 pm located at the BBP stage. [3]
PUPfest will concentrate on educating Chicago’s pet owners on how to keep their city pet happy, healthy and safe while navigating the city streets. [...] West Fest features a plethora of neighborhood boutiques, restaurants, crafters and fine artists who set up temporary shop along Chicago Avenue - offering deals on everything from designer duds to fresh dishes and ice-cold drinks. [1]
In addition to the Pet Fest area with grooming stations and dog games, there’s the “Westfester Mutt Show” for all aspiring canines and their owners. [2]
There will also be a Free Bike Valet sponsored by the Active Transportation Alliance and Special Service Area #29 (on Rice Street at Wood). [1]
If you don’t have a dog, the music’s pretty darn good, too: this year’s lineup includes Local H, Red Red Meat, The 1900s, Mucca Pazza, Aluminum Group and others. [2]
Sources:
[1] More About West Fest
[2] West Fest on Centerstage Chicago - West Fest : 800 N. Damen Ave …
[3] The KRAIN Blog : West Fest July 11th and 12th