Community Events
There’s always something happening in Lakeview and Roscoe Village, including neighborhood festivals, farmers markets, and other community events.
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New Moms Event at The Village Collective
We’re officially open and so excited to welcome you to The Village Collective! Join us for a relaxed morning created especially for new moms—come with your baby or come solo to connect, explore the space, and enjoy a little something for yourself. We can’t wait to meet you.
Event URL: https://www.villagecollectivechi.com/upcoming-events
Cinema Femme Film Festival Preview Celebration
Join Cinema Femme on Aug. 28, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for an unforgettable evening of community and cinema at our fall festival preview celebration! For a $50 ticket, enjoy a catered social hour featuring food, beer, wine, and other refreshments from local women- and queer-owned businesses, followed by an exclusive first look at our 8th annual film festival trailer and a special short film screening. The night continues with our "Breaking Down Walls" mentorship panel, featuring industry insights from past program mentors Jennifer Reeder ("Knives and Skin," "Perpetrator") and Emily Lape ("Mercy's Girl") alongside mentees Jet Harris ("Places of Worship"), Krista Kane ("Except"), and Linh Tran ("Video Funeral," "Waiting for the Light to Change"). (bios below!)
We'll also debut the digital edition of our Summer/Fall 2026 issue, featuring our inaugural list of 10 Chicago Film Creatives Breaking Barriers. Some of our highlighted honorees will be in attendance. The print edition will be available at the fall festival.
Every ticket directly supports our upcoming short film festival at the Music Box Theatre—don't miss this chance to celebrate and empower the next generation of filmmakers!
We’re so grateful to partner with Kinowerks for this event!
Our Mission: Cinema Femme is dedicated to championing female and gender-expansive filmmakers through our mentorship initiative, a vibrant community, and our flagship annual film festival at the historic Music Box Theatre. We empower the next generation of creatives by bridging the gap between emerging talent and industry professionals, utilizing our online and print publications to provide the validation and resources essential for building sustainable careers in film.
Event URL: https://luma.com/83cnb8mz
Fortitude Gym Grand Opening
Fortitude Gym is excited to celebrate our official Grand Opening with the community! Join us for a chance to connect with the community, meet our coaching team and a firsthand look at our unique strength, conditioning and recovery offerings. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the Fortitude difference, enjoy refreshments, participate in giveaways, and take advantage of our discounted opening rates before they increase September 1. We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone and welcoming the community into our new fitness home!
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Trivia Night at Roscoe Village Pub
Grab your friends & challenge yourself to our weekly trivia! Prizes for the top team. BYO Dinner
Moms Build It
Join us for Moms Build It, a free, fun evening for moms who are balancing ambition and motherhood. We will get a chance to connect and then we’ll have a brief workshop on building websites, shops, apps, and digital tools with no-code AI tools like Lovable. Bring your idea, leave with something real. No experience required. Light refreshments will be provided, and if you have a baby under 6 months you're welcome to bring them too!
Event URL: http://luma.com/xykboqsg
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Storefront Improvements
Your storefront is working 24/7 - it’s the first impression a passerby forms before making a decision to enter or keep walking. How is your storefront at grabbing attention, and what kind of statement does it make? Does it promote your brand, engage the passerby on an emotional level, and spark curiosity?
This 3-part webinar series is presented by Retailworks, Inc. an award-winning commercial interior design, display, branding, and consulting firm headquartered in Milwaukee, WI. This series is for any business with a storefront; health and wellness, professional services, traditional retail and more. For more about the content of each session, click HERE.
SESSION 1 Storefront Design, Part 1 - TUESDAY September 15th 9 - 9:45am
Are you using this valuable real estate to create an attention-getting and memorable first impression? Learn how thoughtful lighting, well-designed signage, attractive window displays and decorative sidewalk elements can convert those passing by, to those who stop, look, remember, and enter or return.
***Register as a GUEST if you are not a LRVCC Member
SESSION 2 Storefront Design, Part 2: Window Displays - TUESDAY October 13th 9 - 9:45am
Don’t underestimate the power of your glass panels and what you can present behind them. Learn three of the most powerful window display techniques to attract attention from: across the street, a moving automobile, or pedestrians walking by.
SESSION 3 Quick Holiday Decor Tips - TUESDAY November 10th 9 - 9:45am Still hanging tired, dusty garland, and fluffing out-of-date evergreen trees? STOP it. Learn ways to move beyond generic trees, wreaths, and garland, toward holiday decor that actually reflects your brand.
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Coffee & Commerce
Looking to make new connections and exchange ideas with fellow small business owners? Coffee & Commerce is your chance to grow your network in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Join us the third Wednesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. to 10am for coffee and networking.
Hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Chamber, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber, and the Small Business Advocacy Council.
Network on the River
Join us at our largest networking event of the year, Network on the River! Hosted by Lakeview Roscoe Village, Lincoln Square Ravenswood, Logan Square and North Center Chambers, this event is set on the riverside patio at Rockwell on the River. We'll enjoy food and drink from Soul & Smoke and great conversations.
Tickets $40 Early Bird $35 through September 3
Le Sud Harvest Night: Fall Wine Tasting
Join us for Harvest Night: Fall Wine Social, a relaxed wine tasting featuring four hand-selected wines that bridge the transition from summer to autumn. Enjoy a expressive whites, elegant reds, and a special Sommelier's Harvest Selection paired with a plate of Charcuteries.
Whether you're new to wine or an experienced enthusiast, this casual social tasting is the perfect opportunity to discover new favorites while mingling with fellow wine lovers.
Roscoe Village Neighbors: Retro on Roscoe
Learn more about Roscoe Village Neighbors Retro on Roscoe by visiting: https://www.roscoevillage.org/event/retro-on-roscoe-2026/
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Show & Tell for Grown-Ups
Presented by Tell Me Why It’s Cool
Supported by the SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Network Night at Le Village
Join us for an evening of meaningful connections at Network Nights at Le Village This casual network event for business professionals is the perfect opportunity to expand your professional circle, strengthen relationships, and discover new ways to collaborate within our vibrant business community.
Le Village Cowork Lakeview is a coworking and childcare space designed specifically for working parents. Located at 4021 N. Broadway, it combines flexible workspace with onsite, structured childcare, allowing parents to work while staying close to their children. It also offers a supportive community for parents and family-focused programming.
Enjoy light refreshments, engaging conversations, and the chance to meet fellow members from a wide range of industries—all in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Network Nights is your place to connect, exchange ideas, and grow your business together.
Free for Chamber Members but please register! $20 for non-members.
St Josaphat School Tour & Coffees
SJS Tour & Coffees are truly the best way to see our HAWKS in action during the school day, hear from students, teachers, and administrators during an interactive presentation, and meet some of our awesome parent volunteers that lead the tours. They are the perfect way to get a taste of our SJS HAWKS all in the same place!
Event URL: http://www.stjosaphat.net/
Common Pantry’s 15th I Am Your Neighbor Party
The party of the year is turning 15! Join us at Artifact Events on October 2 from 7-11pm for Common Pantry’s I Am Your Neighbor Party. Food, drinks, music, and a whole lot of fun - this is a party you won’t want to miss as we go bigger than ever before, taking over both the North and South buildings for a night that's equal parts delicious, joyful and meaningful. With so many ways to give - sponsorship, party tickets, raffle and more - join the fun today!
Event URL: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/iayn2026/
Lincoln Brunch Fest
Presented by Special Service Area 27, the third annual Brunch Fest returns!
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., top local restaurants will serve up signature brunch bites and creative new favorites, while live entertainment and kid-friendly activities transform the street into a brunch lover’s paradise. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend—and start planning your next brunch outing.
Learn more: https://chicagoevents.com/event/lincoln-brunch-fest/
Storefront Improvements
Your storefront is working 24/7 - it’s the first impression a passerby forms before making a decision to enter or keep walking. How is your storefront at grabbing attention, and what kind of statement does it make? Does it promote your brand, engage the passerby on an emotional level, and spark curiosity?
This 3-part webinar series is presented by Retailworks, Inc. an award-winning commercial interior design, display, branding, and consulting firm headquartered in Milwaukee, WI. This series is for any business with a storefront; health and wellness, professional services, traditional retail and more. For more about the content of each session, click HERE.
SECOND SESSION OF THREE
SESSION 2 Storefront Design, Part 2: Window Displays - TUESDAY October 13th 9 - 9:45am Don’t underestimate the power of your glass panels and what you can present behind them. Learn three of the most powerful window display techniques to attract attention from: across the street, a moving automobile, or pedestrians walking by.
*** Register as a GUEST if you are not a LRVCC Member
SESSION 3 Quick Holiday Decor Tips - TUESDAY November 10th 9 - 9:45am Still hanging tired, dusty garland, and fluffing out-of-date evergreen trees? STOP it. Learn ways to move beyond generic trees, wreaths, and garland, toward holiday decor that actually reflects your brand.
Sorry, Not Sorry: Why Our Apologies Fall Flat and How to Actually Repair Webinar
Sage Therapy Presents:
We've all had an apology backfire — the "sorry" that somehow made things worse, or the one we never got that we're still waiting on. Join us for this free live webinar to learn what actually makes an apology work, and leave with the tools to repair the relationships that matter to you.
Lincoln Roscoe Beer Stroll
Taste Chicago's craft beer scene as businesses along Lincoln Avenue and Roscoe Street transform into tasting destinations! Taste beer samples from local breweries at popular shops along Lincoln Ave. and Roscoe St.!
Roscoe Village Neighborhoods: Halloween Block Party
Learn more about Roscoe Village Neighbors Halloween Block Party by visiting: https://www.roscoevillage.org/event/roscoe-village-halloween-party-2026/
Show & Tell for Grown-Ups
Presented by Tell Me Why It’s Cool
Supported by the SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant
Coffee & Commerce
Looking to make new connections and exchange ideas with fellow small business owners? Coffee & Commerce is your chance to grow your network in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Join us the third Wednesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. to 10am for coffee and networking.
Hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Chamber, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber, and the Small Business Advocacy Council.
Trick or Treat on Southport
Presented by Friends of Lakeview this is a can’t-miss fall event! Join local businesses on Southport for trick or treating and an evening of spooky fun! Event includes arts + crafts, games, live DJ, inflatables, beer + wine, a pumpkin patch, and of course, candy!
Event is rain or shine! See you there!
New Member Onboarding
New to the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber? Join us for a walk through of your member benefits and how to put them in play.
You’ll get a clear, practical overview of the tools, opportunities, and resources available, along with simple ways to start engaging right away. Meet fellow new members, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and leave with ideas you can put into action immediately. We'll share with you how to make the most of your membership benefits.
Coffee and networking at 8:30am and the program starts at 9:00am at Capital One Café.
This member event is free but please register!
Capital One Café
Storefront Improvements
Your storefront is working 24/7 - it’s the first impression a passerby forms before making a decision to enter or keep walking. How is your storefront at grabbing attention, and what kind of statement does it make? Does it promote your brand, engage the passerby on an emotional level, and spark curiosity?
This 3-part webinar series is presented by Retailworks, Inc. an award-winning commercial interior design, display, branding, and consulting firm headquartered in Milwaukee, WI. This series is for any business with a storefront; health and wellness, professional services, traditional retail and more. For more about the content of each session, click HERE.
FINAL SESSION
SESSION 3 Quick Holiday Decor Tips - TUESDAY November 10th 9 - 9:45am Still hanging tired, dusty garland, and fluffing out-of-date evergreen trees? STOP it. Learn ways to move beyond generic trees, wreaths, and garland, toward holiday decor that actually reflects your brand.
***Register as a GUEST if you are not a LRVCC Member
St Josaphat School Tour & Coffees
SJS Tour & Coffees are truly the best way to see our HAWKS in action during the school day, hear from students, teachers, and administrators during an interactive presentation, and meet some of our awesome parent volunteers that lead the tours. They are the perfect way to get a taste of our SJS HAWKS all in the same place!
Event URL: http://www.stjosaphat.net/
Coffee & Commerce
Looking to make new connections and exchange ideas with fellow small business owners? Coffee & Commerce is your chance to grow your network in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Join us the third Wednesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. to 10am for coffee and networking.
Hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Chamber, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber, and the Small Business Advocacy Council.
Roscoe Village Neighborhoods: Winterfest
Learn more about Roscoe Village Neighbors Winterfest by visiting: https://www.roscoevillage.org/event/winterfest-2026/
St Josaphat School Tour & Coffees
SJS Tour & Coffees are truly the best way to see our HAWKS in action during the school day, hear from students, teachers, and administrators during an interactive presentation, and meet some of our awesome parent volunteers that lead the tours. They are the perfect way to get a taste of our SJS HAWKS all in the same place!
Event URL: http://www.stjosaphat.net/
Coffee & Commerce
Looking to make new connections and exchange ideas with fellow small business owners? Coffee & Commerce is your chance to grow your network in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Join us the third Wednesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. to 10am for coffee and networking.
Hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Chamber, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber, and the Small Business Advocacy Council.
Show & Tell for Grown-Ups
Presented by Tell Me Why It’s Cool
Supported by the SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Coffee & Commerce
Looking to make new connections and exchange ideas with fellow small business owners? Coffee & Commerce is your chance to grow your network in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Join us the third Wednesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. to 10am for coffee and networking.
Hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Chamber, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber, and the Small Business Advocacy Council.
Federal Tap Room Update: With Congressman Mike Quigley
Lincoln Square Ravenswood, Greater Ravenswood, and Lakeview Roscoe Village Chambers of Commerce along with Small Business Advocacy Council host an evening of conversation on the federal issues shaping the small business landscape. Congressman Mike Quigley will provide updates on the latest developments in Washington, D.C., including federal support programs, tax policy, and other issues impacting neighborhood businesses.
Use code: OLDTOWN for discounted registration
Register: https://www.lincolnsquare.org/events/details/federal-taproom-update-55122
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Lakeview Orchestra's Chamber Music Series
Lakeview Orchestra Summer Chamber Music Series!
Join Lakeview Orchestra for Chamber Music Concerts this summer!
Event URL: https://www.lakevieworchestra.org/events/chambermusic2026-august
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Network Night - The Pointe at Greenview Rooftop
Join us for a evening of meaningful connections on the rooftop at Network Nights at The Pointe at Greenview. This casual network event for business professionals is the perfect opportunity to expand your professional circle, strengthen relationships, and discover new ways to collaborate within our vibrant business community.
Enjoy light refreshments, engaging conversations, and the chance to meet fellow members from a wide range of industries—all in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Network Nights is your place to connect, exchange ideas, and grow your business together.
Free for members - but please register!
$20 for non-members
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Let the Good Times Roll
Join us at Itoko on Sunday, August 9 at 4:30pm and 7:30pm for Let The Good Times Roll, a lively, standing-room-only evening of unlimited food and sake for $65 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Indulge in a bottomless sake tasting station featuring a curated selection of sakes, hand-rolled sushi, plus a karaage and fried rice station. Savor delicious bites, sip on sake, and share good times with friends—tickets are limited, so reserve your spot today!
Event URL: https://bit.ly/4wnQ4DA
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Guthries Tavern 40th Aniversary Celebration
We're going to party like it's 1986 all weekend, August 6 - 9. Enjoy 1980s cocktails, music, and prices (on select beers)! Giveaways, games, and more!
Northside Networking
A great structured B2B speed networking OUTDOORS! Expand your network at this multi-chamber event in Rogers Park's Jarvis Square corridor! We recommend bringing lots of business cards with you. Registration includes lunch, raffle prizes, and follow-up contact list*. Free street parking available but the Jarvis Red Line stop is also located steps away. Food included, with optional cash bar. If it rains, the event will be moved indoors with a modified format.
11:00 to 11:15 - Open Networking
11:15 to 11:30 - Mini Introductions & Instructions
11:30 to 12:20 - Speed Networking
12:20 to 1 - Lunch, Announcements, Raffle Drawing & Open Networking
This event is hosted by Rogers Park Business Alliance, Lakeview/Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce, Uptown Chamber of Commerce, and Edgewater Chamber of Commerce.
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
SBAC YPG Legislative Panel at DePaul
You have questions about how this city actually works. We found the people with the answers.
Join the SBAC Young Professionals Group for a candid evening with three of the leading policymakers. We are sitting down for an open conversation about their journeys, the issues shaping life for young professionals and entrepreneurs, and how you can get more engaged
Meet the Panelists
Margaret Croke, State Representative, Timmy Knudsen, Alderman, 43rd Ward | Lincoln Park, Old Town Triangle & Gold Coast, Walter "Red" Burnett, Alderman, 27th Ward | Near West Side & West Loop
Tickets for the event are $10 before July 1 and $20 after. The cost is waived for any LVRCC members! Use code CHAMBER. Registration is below with promotional materials coming soon:
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!
Lakeview Orchestra's Chamber Music Series
Lakeview Orchestra Summer Chamber Music Series!
Join for a FREE chamber music program featuring musicians of the Lakeview Orchestra and friends.
Event URL: https://www.lakevieworchestra.org/events/chambermusic2026-july
Roscoe Village Neighborhoods: 2026 Roscoe Village Garden Walk
Learn more about Roscoe Village Neighbors Garden Walk by visiting: https://www.roscoevillage.org/event/roscoe-village-garden-walk-2026/
Paws Chicago: Angels with Tails Adoption Event
Your favorite spots in Roscoe Village will open their storefronts to adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. Bring the whole family for this fun-filled community event where you can meet—and adopt—adorable animals, shop for a cause, and enjoy special festivities!
Roscoe Village Farmers Market
The Roscoe Village Market will take place on Sundays from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Hamlin Park. It will be the perfect place to shop for farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, desserts, and more.
More details to come!
Ikebana Walking Exhibition
This event is supported by the SSA 27 Events & Placemaking Grant.
Joint Chamber Networking with Lincoln Park, Lakeview Roscoe Village, Lakeview East and Old Town
City Views and Networking with Four Neighborhood Chambers of Commerce
***RESCHEDULED FROM JULY 16
Celebrate the summer with the return of one of the most exciting networking events of the season! Join us on the outdoor roof deck at Lakeshore Sport & Fitness for the 2026 Joint Chamber Networking event with the Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lakeview Roscoe Village, and Lakeview East Chambers of Commerce. Connect with professionals from across the north side of Chicago while enjoying delicious bites, drinks, and breathtaking skyline views as you kick back and watch the sunset.
NOTE: LRVCC CHAMBER MEMBERS WILL NEED TO REGISTER AS A GUEST
Hosted By:
New Member Onboarding
New to the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber? Join us for a walk through of your member benefits and how to put them in play.
You’ll get a clear, practical overview of the tools, opportunities, and resources available, along with simple ways to start engaging right away. Meet fellow new members, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and leave with ideas you can put into action immediately. We'll share with you how to make the most of your membership benefits.
Coffee and networking at 8:30am and the program starts at 9:00am at Bitter Pops.
This member event is free but please register!
Lowline Market
The Low-Line Market will take place on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 7:00pm and is located underneath the tracks at the Southport CTA station. This market features farmers, food vendors, artisans, and more.
More details to come!