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\"taste<\/a>The 37th annual Taste of Chicago returns to bring a cultural experience that appeals to all the senses. On July 5 – 9 in Grant Park, enjoy one of the nation’s best free festivals that features world-class eats and chart-topping performers.<\/p>\n

Many performers who played the Bud Light Stage last year are returning to take the main spotlight in the Petrillo Music Shell. This year’s headliners are\u00a0Alessia Cara, Caf\u00e9\u00a0Tacvba, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Passion Pit, and The O’Jays. Plus, the Bud Light Stage will feature the best local up-and-coming talent. A new feature to this year’s event is Sabor de Chicago, a celebration of the Chicago Latino community that includes dining, dancing, and performances on Thursday, July 6.<\/p>\n

Presented by Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events with Illinois Restaurant Association, the Taste of Chicago takes place Wednesday – Friday from 11am – 9pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 9pm. Tickets for Petrillo Music Shell performances go on sale this Friday, May 5 at 10am.<\/p>\n

Check out the complete Taste of Chicago music lineup:<\/p>\n

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Headliners<\/h3>\n

Wednesday, July 5 at 5:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alessia Cara: Emerging in 2015 with her hit single, “Here”, this young pop sensation has only gained more fame with hits like “Scars to Your Beautiful” and “Stay” featuring Zedd.<\/p>\n

Opener: Eryn Allen Kane<\/p>\n

General Admission: $19 Premium: $32<\/p>\n

Thursday, July 6 at 5:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"taste<\/a>Caf\u00e9 Tacvba: Mexico’s Grammy Award-winning alternative rock band, titled with the “Number One Latin Rock Album of All Time” by Rolling Stone in 2013, hits the Chicago stage.<\/p>\n

Opener: \u00a1Esso! Afrojam Funkbeat with Los Vicios de Pap\u00e1<\/p>\n

General Admission: $22 Premium: $50<\/p>\n

Friday, July 7 at 5:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals: Formed in 1999, this three-time Grammy Award winner plays his signature mix of blues, folk, soul, reggae, and rock.<\/p>\n

\"taste<\/a>Opener: Twin Peaks<\/p>\n

General Admission: $22 Premium: $50<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 8 at\u00a04:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Passion Pit:\u00a0This indie electronica band plays upbeat hits like “Sleepyhead” and “Take a Walk.”<\/p>\n

Opener: The Kickback<\/p>\n

General Admission: $22 Premium: $50<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 9 at 4:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

The O’Jays: This R&B and soul group has been performing for over 50 years and they’re hitting Chicago with early 70s classics.<\/p>\n

Opener: Maurice Jackson’s Independents<\/p>\n

General Admission: $22 Premium: $50<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Bud Light Stage<\/h3>\n

Wednesday, July 5: R&B\/Hip-Hop Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

Noon \u2013 Dej Monae<\/p>\n

1:20pm \u2013 Maurice Jackson’s Independents<\/p>\n

2:40pm \u2013 ShowYouSuck<\/p>\n

4pm \u2013 Pinqy\u00a0Ring<\/p>\n

5:20pm \u2013 The Boy Illinois ChicagoMade A&R Winner<\/p>\n

6:40pm \u2013 Justin Ruff ChicagoMade A&R Winner<\/p>\n

Thursday, July 6: Latin Music Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

Noon \u2013 Los Vicios de Pap\u00e1<\/p>\n

1:20pm \u2013 Vivian Garcia<\/p>\n

2:40pm \u2013 The Luna Blues Machine<\/p>\n

4pm \u2013 Mariachi Monumental<\/p>\n

5:20pm \u2013 Contrabanda Live<\/p>\n

6:40pm \u2013 Afinca’o<\/p>\n

Friday, July 7: Folk and Country Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

Noon \u2013 Michael Riser Band<\/p>\n

1:20pm \u2013 Clique James ChicagoMade A&R Winner<\/p>\n

2:40pm \u2013 Swingabilly Slim<\/p>\n

4pm \u2013 Jonas Friddle & The Majority<\/p>\n

5:20pm \u2013 The Railway Gamblers<\/p>\n

6:40pm \u2013 Jeff Givens & The Mugshot Saints<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 8: Rock the Taste!<\/strong><\/p>\n

11am \u2013 Steve Ramone & The Pensioners<\/p>\n

Noon \u2013 Blood Red Boots<\/p>\n

1:20pm \u2013 Oceans Over Airplanes<\/p>\n

2:40pm \u2013 Aeraco<\/p>\n

4pm \u2013 The Gold Web<\/p>\n

5:20pm \u2013 Bailiff<\/p>\n

6:40pm \u2013 Split Single<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 9: Cornucopia of Music!<\/strong><\/p>\n

11am \u2013 Laura Doherty & The Heartbeats (Kids Music)<\/p>\n

Noon \u2013 Tovi Khali (Blues\/Funk)<\/p>\n

1:20pm \u2013 Aleph Beats (Afropop\/Dance music)<\/p>\n

2:40pm \u2013 Shuba (Pop\/R&B) ChicagoMade A&R Winner<\/p>\n

4pm \u2013 The Rad Trads (Jazzy\/Rockin’ Soul)<\/p>\n

5:20pm \u2013 Linsey Alexander (Blues)<\/p>\n

6:40pm \u2013 The Waco Brothers (Alt Country)<\/p>\n

Featured Image Credit: City of Chicago<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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