Poetry at the Pavilion

Thu, Jul 23, 2026 • 7:30 PM—9:30 PM · Arts + Public Life · Chicago, IL

This summer, meet us on the Arts Lawn at golden hour for Poetry at the Pavilion, a monthly celebration of Chicago’s contemporary poets and the South Side…

Sunset Yoga

Wed, Jul 1, 2026 • 8:30 PM—9:30 PM · Arts + Public Life · Chicago, IL

Attune to the Earth’s natural rhythms as the sun sets over the Arts Lawn, a peaceful green space for you to pause and align to nature’s transition from day to…

First Monday Jazz | Bobby Broom Trio

Mon, Jul 6, 2026 • 6:00 PM—8:30 PM · Arts + Public Life · Chicago, IL

First Monday Jazz is returning to the Arts Lawn for its landmark 13th season. July featured artist is Bobby Broom Trio

First Monday Jazz- Chicago Soul Jazz Collective

Mon, Aug 3, 2026 • 6:00 PM—8:30 PM · Arts + Public Life · Chicago, IL

First Monday Jazz returns to the Arts Lawn for its landmark 13th season. The August Featured Performer is the Chicago Soul Jazz Collective

First Monday Jazz- Clif Wallace Big Band

Mon, Sep 14, 2026 • 6:00 PM—8:30 PM · Arts + Public Life · Chicago, IL

First Monday Jazz returns to the Arts Lawn for its landmark 13th season. The September Featured Performer is the Clif Wallace Big Band

Once Upon a Time Called, Now!

Fri, Jul 24, 2026 • 6:30 PM—8:30 PM · Arts + Public Life · Chicago, IL

Held in conjunction with Sightlines, Ghosts, and Other Stories of the Impossible , this conversation brings together Jess Atieno, Leslie Wilson, and Nekita…

Cultural Stewardship Reading Room: Summer Open Hours

Thu, Jul 16, 2026 · Arts + Public Life · Chicago, IL