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Our Events

At Maxwell Street, every season brings something special — from community workdays and school visits to garden parties and volunteer celebrations. Browse our upcoming events or take a look at highlights from past seasons.

​Upcoming Events

Past Events

  • Wed, Sep 09
    A & S Liquors - Tasting Room
    Sep 09, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    A & S Liquors - Tasting Room, 1461 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Sip, savor and support the garden! Join us for an exclusive guided tasting of six premium wines at A&S Tasting Room, benefiting Maxwell Street Community Garden. Advance tickets are required, and space is limited to just 30 guests.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 05
    Maxwell Street Community Garden
    Sep 05, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT
    Maxwell Street Community Garden, 1150 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Unwind, stretch, and reconnect with nature during Yoga in the Garden — a free community yoga session surrounded by greenery and fresh air. Bring your own mat and water bottle and join us for a peaceful, all-levels practice in the garden, weather permitting.
  • Mon, Aug 31
    Simone's
    Aug 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Simone's, 960 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Aug 28
    Maxwell Street Community Garden
    Aug 28, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Maxwell Street Community Garden, 1150 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    SISTAMoms Friday Summer Socials are evening gatherings at Maxwell Street Garden designed to support community connection, creativity, local vendors, movie nights, poetry, artist showcases, and informal community engagement.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 23
    Maxwell Street Community Garden
    Aug 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Maxwell Street Community Garden, 1150 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Time for Gardeners and Volunteers to come together and work in the garden to get various tasks completed that keep the garden functioning and the space beautiful.
  • Fri, Aug 21
    Maxwell Street Community Garden
    Aug 21, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Maxwell Street Community Garden, 1150 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    You don't want to miss Sing! Grab the family and come enjoy the warm summer nights in the garden! Movie will start at dusk, drinks and snacks provided.
  • Sat, Aug 15
    Maxwell Street Community Garden
    Aug 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Maxwell Street Community Garden, 1150 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Fresh salsa. Salsa dancing. Great company. Join us for the 3rd Annual Salsa & Salsa in the Garden and celebrate the harvest with delicious food, music, and fun!
  • Fri, Jun 19
    Maxwell Street Community Garden
    Jun 19, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Maxwell Street Community Garden, 1150 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Join us for a relaxed Juneteenth-centered evening of storytelling, networking, fellowship, light refreshments, and an outdoor movie showing at Maxwell Street Garden.
  • Sat, May 16
    Maxwell Street Community Garden
    May 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT
    Maxwell Street Community Garden, 1150 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Unwind, stretch, and reconnect with nature during Yoga in the Garden — a free community yoga session surrounded by greenery and fresh air. Bring your own mat and water bottle and join us for a peaceful, all-levels practice in the garden, weather permitting.
  • Fri, May 15
    One Family Illinois
    May 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    One Family Illinois, 1133 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Join us for Community Kids Movie Night — a fun, family-friendly evening where neighbors can gather, relax, and enjoy a movie together. Snacks and drinks provided, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, May 15
    One Family Illinois
    May 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    One Family Illinois, 1133 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
    Come together for games and meaningful connections with friends and neighbors.

2025  and Other Past Events

Take a look at some of our past events below to see how we’ve brought the community together through gardening, food, and celebration. From movie nights to cooking classes and peace circles, each event highlights a different way we connect with our neighbors. To read more stories, reflections, and photos from individual events, visit our blog.

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maxwellstreetgarden@gmail.com  |  Tel: +1(630) 210-1589

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