Welcome To Hyde Park

the undercommons : New Work by Brandon Carlton
2025-07-10 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-12 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-17 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-18 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-19 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | UChicago Arts Incubator, 301 E. Garfield Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
Arts + Public Life presents the undercommons, the first solo exhibition by painter Brandon Carlton. The exhibition explores the complexities of contemporary Black life through Carlton’s distinct approach to stylized figuration. Drawing influence from Alex Katz, David Hockney, and Jordan Casteel, his work engages with portraiture and spatial composition to evoke intimacy, distance, presence, and longing.
Carlton’s paintings consider the undercommons as a site of fugitive sociality—an ungovernable space where collective life unfolds beyond dominant structures. His figures occupy liminal environments, neither fully contained nor entirely free, reflecting a continuous negotiation of belonging, agency, and historical memory. Inspired by Casteel’s attention to everyday Black life and the layered surfaces of Katz and Hockney, Carlton’s work reimagines the aesthetics of presence, using gesture, color, and space to suggest ways of seeing and being that resist fixed narratives.

DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series
2025-07-10 18:00 - 20:00 | The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, 740 E. 56th Place, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series
Join us for a summer of unforgettable sounds at the DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series at the DuSable Museum! From jazz to soul and everything in between, enjoy an exciting lineup of Chicago’s finest talent—live and outdoors on the Roundhouse Plaza.
Doors open at 5:00 PM
Show starts at 6:00 PM
Free Admission Register Here
Performance Lineup:

June 26 – Josiah Maddox, Ox Jam, and Vince Adams
July 10 – Thaddeus Tukes
July 24 – Hector Silveira
August 7 – Joyce Hurley with Park and Ride
August 21 – Simone Green
September 7 – Marqueal Jordan
September 18 – The J Grant Experience

Let the music move you this summer at DuSable!

Harper Court Summer Music Series - Midnight Sun
2025-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | 5235 S. Harper Court, 5235 S Harper Ct, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Harper Court Summer Music Series – Midnight Sun
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS SPONSORED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SILVER ROOM
Thursday, July 10MIDNIGHT SUN from 7-8 p.m.DJ SHAZAM BANGLES from 6-7 and 8-9 p.m.
Harper Court, 5235 S. Harper Court, Hyde Park (53rd Street and S. Lake Park Avenue).www.harpercourtmusic.com.

ParkingPaid parking is available in the Harper Court garage (entrance on S. Lake Park Avenue just south of McDonald’s) or in the surface lot on S. Harper Avenue. Paid street parking is also available. We encourage you to take public transportation or carpool.

SeatingSeating is not provided – please bring folding chairs, but remember to leave lots of room from dancing!

DiningEnjoy Bob’s Pizza, Chipotle, Daisy’s Po’ Boy & Tavern, Deep Purpl, Ja’ Grill, Roti Modern Mediterranean, Stan’s Donuts & Coffee, and Strugglebeard Bakery – all in Harper Court. Or sample one of the many great eateries on 53rd Street. For a complete list of restaurants go to welcometohydepark.com.

Shop LocalSupport our neighborhood businesses by shopping local. Recycled Modern and Suuri Design are in Harper Court, and The Silver Room and other shops are right around the corner. For a complete list of stores go to welcometohydepark.com.

What's Good - A Birthday Block Party for the Culture
2025-07-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Recycled Modern, 5231 S. Harper Court, Chicago, 60615, United States
What’s Good – A Birthday Block Party for the Culture
Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Harper Court Music Series, What’s Good is a celebration of life, legacy, and the cultural heartbeat of Chicago. Join us as we celebrate two culture-forward women, Shari Currie and Naja Morris, with art, music, cocktails by Michael Lavelle, Uncle Nearest, Curious Elixirs, and Hoste Cocktails, curated activations throughout the block, and shopping from local favorites.
Click HERE to RSVP.

Jazz in Harper Court - Bethany Pickens
2025-07-11 12:00 - 14:30 | 5235 S. Harper Court, 5235 S Harper Ct, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Jazz in Harper Court – Bethany Pickens
FREE OUTDOOR JAZZ PERFORMANCES SPONSORED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO

Friday, July 11 – BETHANY PICKENSFriday, August 8 – DEE ALEXANDERFriday, September 5 – TIM GANT PROJECT
Harper Court, 5235 S. Harper Court, Hyde Park (53rd Street and S. Lake Park Avenue).www.hpjazz.com

ParkingThe Harper Court parking structure will offer limited free parking between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Standard parking rates will apply for those entering the garage before 10 a.m. or exiting after 4 p.m. Enter on S. Lake Park Avenue just south of McDonald’s.

SeatingPlease bring your favorite chair. Limited seating will be available, but we cannot guarantee seats. Please, no seat saving.

DiningEnjoy Bob’s Pizza, Chipotle, Daisy’s Po-Boy & Tavern, Deep Purpl, Ja’ Grill, Roti Modern Mediterranean, Stan’s Donuts & Coffee, and Strugglebeard Bakery – all in Harper Court. Or sample one of the many great eateries on 53rd Street. For a complete list of restaurants go to welcometohydepark.com.

Shop LocalSupport our neighborhood businesses by shopping local. Recycled Modern and Suuri Design are in Harper Court, and The Silver Room and other shops are right around the corner. For a complete list of stores go to welcometohydepark.com.

Ja' Grill Patio Beats & Cocktails
2025-07-11 16:00 - 21:00 | Ja’ Grill, 1510 E. Harper Court, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Ja’ Grill Patio Beats & Cocktails
Ja’ Grill is the place to be for Patio Beats & Cocktails with DJ Mark Flava on Friday, July 11 from 4-9 p.m. Vibe to reggae, afro beats, R&B, and house music on the outdoor patio.
Tropical Hour specials from 4-6 p.m.
1510 E. Harper Court

Outdoor Meditation in the Garden of the Phoenix
2025-07-12 08:00 - 11:00 | Garden of the Phoenix, 6401 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
Outdoor Meditation in the Garden of the Phoenix
Join us for summer outdoor Introduction to Zen Meditation sessions at the historic Garden of the Phoenix located on Wooden Island in Jackson Park in Hyde Park. These sessions are held every other Saturday and are open to anyone interested in learning the basics of Zen meditation (zazen).
Each session covers basic information about Zen, including posture, breathing, and the mental aspects of meditation. There will also be time for questions and discussion. No experience is required. A limited number of cushions will be provided—participants are encouraged to bring their own if possible.
A signed waiver is required to participate. Click here to complete the waiver.
Additional info: Always be respectful of the space, the practice, and other practitioners. Wear plain, dark-colored, loose clothing so you can sit for the entire period of teaching and practice without discomfort; most jeans are unsuitable. Shorts, short skirts, and revealing clothes are not allowed. Silence cell phones so as not to disturb others. Move around the space mindfully, and do not make unnecessary noise. Participants should expect to sit cross-legged for extended periods. Please arrive at the event start time or slightly before it so as not to disturb others.
We look forward to practicing with you.

The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry
2025-07-12 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Hyde Park Union Church, 5600 S. Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60637
The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry
The food pantry, located at Hyde Park Union Church, provides nonperishable groceries and limited refrigerated and frozen foods to 500 to 800 people every month on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm.
We serve the area of 39th – 63rd St., Cottage Grove east to Lake Michigan, and patrons can come twice a month. All will be served on their first visit, regardless of residency. If you are looking for food outside of our service area or hours, you can visit the website of the Greater Chicago Food depository to find additional services.
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Volunteers order food, unload deliveries, pre-pack bags and distribute food. ​If you would like to volunteer, please contact the Church Office or Margy Mitchell, the Food Pantry coordinator.
Time and Location
Every Saturday (including Christmas, New Year’s Day, and July 4th) from 10 am to 1 pm;
Hyde Park Union Church
5600 S. Woodlawn — enter by the side door at 1169 E. 56th St.
Chicago, IL 60637

Ja' Grill Sunday Brunch
2025-07-12 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Ja’ Grill, 1510 E. Harper Court, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Ja’ Grill Sunday Brunch
Hyde Park’s Ja’ Grill, located at 1510 E. Harper Court, began a new Sunday brunch service on Sunday, January 26.
The weekly Sunday brunch hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with all-you-can-eat options served family-style for $30 per person. Cocktail options include carafes of everyone’s favorite Ja’ Rum Punch, a Ja’ Mimosa, and Ja’ Bloody Mary.
Brunch menu items will rotate periodically, but diners can look forward to Jerk Chicken & Waffles, Ackee & Saltfish, Scrambled Eggs & Jerk Chicken Sausage, and more.
Ja’ Grill owner Tony Coates celebrated the restaurant’s 10th anniversary in August 2024, reflecting to the Hyde Park Herald, “We were well received well beyond what I would imagine. We opened the doors and, I say this without any hesitation, the Hyde Park community really embraced us and that’s why we’re open today.”
Coates commented, “Our regular customers have asked about adding a brunch menu many times, and we’re very excited to try out this new offering. Ja’ Grill is the perfect place to enjoy your Sunday morning and afternoon with our authentic Jamaican cuisine and extensive drink menu.”
Ja’ Grill is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. There’s a Tropical Happy Hour Monday through Thursday from 4-6 p.m. During NFL season fans can enjoy an Extended Happy Hour from 4 p.m. until closing time on Sunday, Monday, and Thursday. Don’t miss Wine Down Wednesday with 1/2 price bottles of white, red, and sparkling wines.
Visit the Ja’ Grill website and follow on Instagram for more information about specials and events.

Comer Children's Remoc's Family Safety Fair
2025-07-12 12:00 - 15:00 | 800 E. 55th Street, 800 E. 55th Street, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Comer Children’s Remoc’s Family Safety Fair
Comer Children’s Hospital will be hosting the 4th annual Remoc’s Family Safety Fair on Saturday, July 12th from noon – 3 PM. This free-entry community event will be held at 800 East 55th St. Chicago, IL in the Parking Lot East of Cottage Grove. This fun-filled summer event has a variety of entertainment, giveaways, educational and interactive booths, and much more! All community members are welcome to attend.
Please refer to our website below for more information.
Remoc’s Family Safety Fair – UChicago Medicine

Hyde Park Farmers Market
2025-07-13 09:00 - 14:00 | Hyde Park Bank Parking Lot, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Hyde Park Farmers Market
The South East Chicago Commission and Special Service Area #61 proudly present the Hyde Park Farmers Market, thanks to the partnership of Hyde Park Bank. The new market reveals an entirely fresh look with all new logistics, giving residents and visitors a chance to shop on the weekends and experience an infusion of healthy food, lifestyles, arts and culture.
Shoppers will find fresh produce from local Illinois farms, freshly baked breads and desserts, beautiful plants, packaged foods, personal beauty supplies, and traditional farmers market fare. Several market vendors accept Mastercard and Visa, LinkUp and SNAP payments in addition to cash.

The Hyde Park Farmers Market:

Each Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
1516 E 54th St – 54th Street and Old Lake Park Ave West
(Hyde Park Bank parking lot)
Facebook Page
Instagram Page

The Market begins with the grand opening on Sunday, June 1 and the season continues through Sunday, September 28, 2025. You are invited to experience the new energy, entertainment, community engagement and a fantastically-curated collection of vendors.

Crafter-noons: Knit, Crochet, Embroidery
2025-07-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Fiber Friends Studios, Inc., 1744 E 55th Street, Chicago, 60615
Crafter-noons: Knit, Crochet, Embroidery
Is the heat making your stitches resemble a melted popsicle? Don’t sweat it! Come chill with us in the A/C, where you can escape the heat. Bring your project along, and let’s enjoy some time crafting together.

Summer Sunday Concert Series - POWERPLAY FYI
2025-07-13 16:00 - 18:00 | IL
Summer Sunday Concert Series – POWERPLAY FYI

Don’t miss the 2025 season of the George Franklin Memorial Summer Sunday Concert Series, starting Sunday, July 13, and continuing every Sunday afternoon through August 17 from 4-6 p.m. at Nichols Park in Hyde Park – 1355 E. 53rd Street.

The concerts are free, so organize your family and friends, grab a blanket and chairs, pack a picnic or visit a local Hyde Park restaurant for takeout, and enjoy one of Hyde Park’s favorite summertime traditions.

SCHEDULE

July 13 – POWERPLAY FYI – sponsored by Downtown Hyde Park – SSA #61 / Toni Preckwinkle – Cook County Board President

July 20 – JAVON WATSON EXPERIENCE – sponsored by Superman / Kimbark Plaza Merchants Association / Small Cheval

July 27 – ANTOINE ANTHONY & THE CHICAGO PLAYERS – Sponsored by BMO Bank / Hyatt Place Hotel /Sophy Hotel

August 3 – LOS GALLOS BAND – sponsored by La Rabida Children’s Hospital / Airbnb

August 10 – BARRY & THE FOUNTAINS – sponsored by Xfinity

August 17 – SHERYL YOUNGBLOOD BAND – sponsored by Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference / University of Chicago

FREE ADMISSION / OPEN LAWN SEATING / BRING CHAIRS & PICNIC BLANKETS / NO GRILLING, SMOKING, OR ALCOHOL USE
https://4thon53rdparade.com/concerts

Ja' Grill Rum Punch Challenge 2025
2025-07-13 17:00 - 21:00 | Ja’ Grill, 1510 E. Harper Court, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Ja’ Grill Rum Punch Challenge 2025
Come join us for the ultimate Rum Punch Challenge at Ja’ Grill Hyde Park! Get ready to taste and vote for the best rum punch concoctions in town. Whether you’re a rum enthusiast or just looking for a fun time, this event is perfect for you. Enjoy a lively atmosphere, great music, and of course, delicious rum punch. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
Bartenders from Ja’ Grill, Chemistry, 14 Parish, Nafsi, and more will all compete – come support your favorite bartenders and cast your vote!
Click HERE to purchase tickets.

Six Dollar Tuesdays at ACX Harper Theater
2025-07-15 | Harper Theater, 5238 S. Harper Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Six Dollar Tuesdays at ACX Harper Theater
Don’t miss $6 Tuesdays at the ACX Harper Theater in Hyde Park!
Movie tickets are just $6/person and a small soft drink, small popcorn, or hotdog are just $3 each.
Visit the ACX Harper Theater at 5238 S. Harper Avenue. Check showtimes HERE.

Beginner Sock Knitting
2025-07-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Fiber Friends Studios, Inc., 1744 E 55th Street, Chicago, 60615
Beginner Sock Knitting
Are you interested in knitting socks but don’t know where to begin? Join our Beginner Sock Knitting class with Avery! This three-class series will guide you through the entire process of knitting a sock, covering all the essential techniques from start to finish.
The class fee includes the One Sock Kit, a comprehensive beginner sock pattern by Kate Atherley, and Amble sock yarn from the Fibre Co. This class is perfect for first-time sock knitters. Participants should be confident in knitting, purling, and knitting in the round.
If you’re unsure which type of needle to choose, Avery will discuss various options during the first class. You don’t need to buy needles beforehand; you can purchase them at the first class.
Class dates and times
Three-part class:
Tuesdays, July 15, 22, and 29
6:00 – 8:00
Needles and notions required:

2.25mm (US 1) circular needle or double-pointed needles for working a small circumference in the round
2.5mm (US 1.5) circular needle or double-pointed needles for working a small circumference in the round
Darning needle

About the instructor: Avery Erb (she/her) is a knitwear designer and knitting instructor based in Chicago, IL. Originally from Wisconsin, she draws inspiration from distinctive colors, invigorating textures, and a lifetime of frigid winters.

Tipsy Trivia at Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern
2025-07-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern, 5215 S. Harper Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Tipsy Trivia at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern
Join us at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern every Tuesday starting July 8th for an exciting evening of interactive trivia hosted by Ben! Experience six engaging rounds where all questions and answers are presented on TVs via PowerPoint, making it easy for everyone to follow along and participate. Each round features picture clues to help your team crack the answers, adding a fun visual twist to the challenge.
Enjoy food and drink specials throughout the evening!

Movies on the Midway - Moana 2
2025-07-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Midway Plaisance
Movies on the Midway – Moana 2
The UChicago Office of Civic Engagement is teaming up with the Chicago Park District again this summer for the annual Movies on the Midway summer movie series. On Wednesdays beginning July 9, attendees will enjoy a slate of family-friendly films and themed activities at 1130 Midway Plaisance, between Ellis and University Avenues. Activities take place beginning at 7 p.m., and movies start at sunset.
This year’s series has five blockbuster hits you won’t want to miss. Grab a friend, grab some chairs, and come enjoy this summer classic. The series is set to run through August 9, with August 16 held as a rain date.
July 16: Moana 2
Ready to ride the waves? Aloha Chicago brings the islands to you with an interactive hula show! Learn traditional dances, snap photos with dazzling performers, and get swept away by the rhythm of the Pacific.
July 23: Inside Out 2
How are you feeling today? Express your emotions by using colorful beads that reflect your mood to create a custom-made bracelet with the Hyde Park Art Center. Wear it proudly during the movie—your feelings deserve the spotlight!
July 30: Minecraft
Craft your character—IRL—with the Hyde Park Art Center! Create your own pixel-perfect cardboard face using mini squares of colored paper. Whether it’s you or your favorite Minecraft avatar, your masterpiece becomes a mask to wear as you wait for the adventure to begin!
August 6: Wicked
Get swept up in the magic before the movie even starts! Enjoy a dazzling dance performance by the Hyde Park School of Dance and then jump into a mini-musical theater workshop. It’s your chance to sing, move, and feel a little “Popular” before the lights go down.

Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale
2025-07-17 09:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-18 09:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-19 09:30 - 18:30 | Hyde Park Shopping Center, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale

The Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale is back for 2025!

Visit your favorite businesses at the Hyde Park Shopping Center Thursday-Saturday, July 17-19 from 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. each day, and enjoy great savings on must-have items. See you there!

*Play Toys – 1502 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% off select items, lots of dings and dents but ready for play. No gift wrapping available and no returns.

Wesley’s Shoes – 1506 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% savings on select women’s clothing tops and bottoms, men’s and women’s sandals, running shoes, dress shoes, and much more.

Sponsored by the University of Chicago in partnership with the Downtown Hyde Park and the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce.
https://hpsidewalk.com/

Sip & Sing
2025-07-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Sip & Savor, 78 E. 47th Street, Chicago, IL, 60653, United States
Sip & Sing
Be Bold. Be Heard. Let’s sing to our heart’s desires. Sip & Sing is every Third Thursday at Sip & Savor. Handcrafted beer By Turner Haus Brewery and Kocktails 4 da Krib for purchase.

Grown Folks Stories
2025-07-17 18:00 - 21:00 | The Promontory
Doors 6 PM
Show 7 PM
Created by Cara Brigandi and Eric Williams, owner of The Silver Room, Grown Folks Stories is two hours of five-minute stories of our community, told by our community, that range from hilarious to absolutely real. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll cringe, you’ll feel.
Come join this ever-popular gathering of nonprofessional, unrehearsed storytellers, who give us the real stories we live every day. There is no theme, no judging, no poetry, no readings. It’s storytelling that you’ve never experienced before. Hosted by Binkey, and sponsored by The Silver Room every third Thursday of the month!
Age 21+. Doors open and sign-ups start at 6:00 pm.
Hosted by Binkey
