First Chicago Vintage Festival Brings Retro Fashion, Handmade Art to Pilsen

PILSEN — Additional than 50 community suppliers who provide vintage garments and artisan wares are placing up shop this weekend in the streets of Pilsen.

The very first Chicago Classic Competition runs noon-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday on 19th Avenue between South Blue Island Avenue and South Loomis Street, according to its web site. 

Mr. Bobby, DJ Nando, Mosey, Pakito y Sus Discos, George Arthur Calendar, DJ Mild Of Your Vida, Period District and Auntie_Social will complete.

Pilsen Vintage and Print Depot labored jointly to arrange the festival with the intention of uplifting other classic distributors via a exclusive function, in accordance to the festival’s web page. 

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Credit score: Offered//Chicago Classic Festival

The competition is cost-free, but attendees are inspired to RSVP on line in advance of time and arrive early, in accordance to its web site. The very first 50 people to get there will acquire a free of charge tote bag, according to the festival’s web site. 

Nearly 500 men and women have by now registered, and organizers reported on Instagram the occasion has practically achieved ability. 

These who volunteer at the festival will obtain a T-shirt, tote bag, gift card and initially accessibility to the classic selection. To volunteer, email [email protected]. 

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