2026 MIDSOMMARFEST COMING SOON
Admission to Midsommarfest is a $10 suggested donation. Proceeds from donations and beverage sales go directly back to the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce, a 501c6 non-profit organization to support festival expenses, neighborhood events, small business networking events, neighborhood beautification, and special services year round. Portions of donations will also directly support over a dozen local non-profits.
FAQ
The festival days and hours are
Friday, June 12 | 5-10PM
Saturday, June 13 | 12-10PM*
Sunday, June 14 | 12-10PM
*Opening Ceremonies begin at 11AM at the Swedish American Museum Stage at Foster and Clark
Midsommarfest is located in Andersonville, a neighborhood located on Chicago's north side. The festival takes place on Clark, from Foster Avenue (5200 N) to Gregory (just north of Catalpa).
Sign up using this form here or please email msf@andersonville.org with interest. Apply to be a gate captain here.
Yes, though crowded- the festival is as accessible as possible to allow for wheelchairs.
Yes, food is available to purchase from both vendors and at the restaurants participating in the festival. Check back for a complete list of food vendors.
Midsommarfest Street Closure information June 12-14, 2025
The following streets will be closed as of Thursday, June 11 at 10AM
- Catalpa West from Clark to Ashland
- Balmoral West from Clark to to alley
The following streets will be closed as of Thursday, June 11 at 11:59PM
- Clark Street from Foster to Gregory
- East side of Farragut from Clark to alley
- The East Berwyn East and West from Clark to alley
- Summerdale East and West from Clark to alley
- Balmoral East from Clark to alley
- Rascher East from Clark to alley
- Catalpa East from Clark to alley
All closed streets will reopen by June 15 @ 6AM
Alcohol is available for purchase by those who are 21 and older with a valid ID. Alcohol purchased at the beer booths along the festival footprint may be carried within the boundaries of the festival. If you purchase alcohol at a bar or restaurant, you may not leave the establishment with the drink.
Cash, Credit Card, and Venmo. There are ATM’s onsite, and please use @avillechamber for Venmo payments
Yes, dogs are allowed into the festival. If your dog has sensory sensitivities, please note that it does get crowded and there will be live music and performances.
Please email msf@andersonville.org if you would like to sponsor 2026 Midsommarfest
All band inquiries can email msf@andersonville.org
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