World Music Festival Chicago

From the Chicago Cultural Center to neighborhood spaces across the city, the 26th World Music Festival Chicago will activate multiple citywide venues to celebrate diverse heritages through music. Throughout the 10-day festival, it will present music from regions including Puerto Rico, Japan, Brazil, Pakistan, and more, free to the public. The annual festival celebrates the sounds, traditions, and artistry of musicians from Chicago and around the world, giving audiences the chance to experience musical traditions spanning continents and generations.

We are excited to welcome these musical groups to our space:

Sangjaru (South Korea)

Saraswathi Ranganathan & Tzu-Tsen Wu (Chicago/India/Taiwan)

Some Notes:

• This event is free and open to the public.
• Doors open at 6 PM. The show will start at 7 PM.
• Some venues have age and capacity limitations. Our venue will be capped at 250 participants.
• Entry is first-come, first-served; early arrival is highly encouraged.
• RSVPs are optional and DO NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY.

More information and the full schedule can be found at http://worldmusicfestivalchicago.org

Additional Information:

PARKING

Free and metered street parking is available nearby. The closest parking garage is 2101 S Michigan Ave Self Park Garage. Due to Soldier Field street parking closures, parking may be limited. We highly recommend using SpotHero for available spots within a few blocks' distance. The parking lot next door at 1927 S Michigan is not the property of South Asia Institute. However, they do offer SpotHero parking, so please check on the app or online.

We recommend taking public transport options. The nearest “L” stations are Cermak-McCormick Place (Green Line) and Cermak-Chinatown (Red Line). The nearest bus stop is Michigan Ave and Cullerton Street; bus routes 1, 3, and 4 stop there.

WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY

By purchasing a ticket and attending this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• By attending this event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for archival, promotional, and educational purposes. If you have concerns about appearing in documentation, please speak with event staff upon arrival or email info@saichicago.org
• All ticket sales are final unless otherwise stated.
• Attendees participate voluntarily and are responsible for their own well-being and personal belongings during the event

ACCESSIBILITY

South Asia Institute is wheelchair accessible.

The main entrance is at street level, and an elevator provides access to all floors. An accessible, single-user/all-gender restroom is located on the main floor.

For accessibility questions or accommodations, contact: info@saichicago.org