The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) invites you to an evening celebrating the next generation of fashion designers
<h3>Join us on May 1 for the annual runway presentation featuring the Senior Capstone collections of SAIC’s Fashion Design students.</h3>
Arrive in the middle of it…
This year’s showcase, In Media Res, draws inspiration from the literary device of starting a story in the middle of the action. Rather than a traditional introduction, the runway presents the senior Capstone collections as an ongoing dialogue—where months of work meet a singular, transformative moment. The runway show will take place at 167 N Green St. in Fulton Market.
Join us for a live runway presentation.
<h3>Matinee Show:</h3>
167 N. Green St.
Doors open at 3:30 p.m.
Show begins at 4:00 p.m.
Public transportation, taxi and rideshare are encouraged. Valet Parking is available through The Oakville Grill &amp; Cellar for a charge, and metered street parking is also available. However you arrive, seats are first come first serve, so we encourage you to arrive early. Please see the image below for entrance and parking information.
Space is limited, and registration is required. This event is free, and reservations are non-transferable. This presentation of emerging talent is made possible through the support of Good Chaos and the Richard H. Driehaus Museum.

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The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) invites you to an evening celebrating the next generation of fashion...

(MATINEE) SAIC Fashion Design Runway Presentation 2026 

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) invites you to an evening celebrating the next generation of fashion designers.
<h3>Join us on May 1 for the annual runway presentation featuring the Senior Capstone collections of SAIC’s Fashion Design students.</h3>
Arrive in the middle of it…
This year’s showcase, In Media Res, draws inspiration from the literary device of starting a story in the middle of the action. Rather than a traditional introduction, the runway presents the senior Capstone collections as an ongoing dialogue—where months of work meet a singular, transformative moment. The runway show will take place at 167 N Green St. in Fulton Market.
Join us for a live runway presentation.
<h3>Evening Show:</h3>
167 N. Green St.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
The show begins at 7:00 p.m.
Public transportation, taxi, and rideshare are encouraged. Valet parking is available through The Oakville Grill &amp; Cellar for a charge, and metered street parking is also available. However you arrive, seats are first come, first serve, so we encourage you to arrive early. Please see the image below for entrance and parking information.
Space is limited, and registration is required. This event is free, and reservations are non-transferable. This presentation of emerging talent is made possible through the support of Good Chaos and the Richard H. Driehaus Museum.
Following the presentation, we invite you to stay for a reception to celebrate the graduating class immediately following the runway presentation at 8:00 p.m.

Local Event: School of the Art Institute of Chicago Fashion Design Runway Presentation 2026

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School of the Art Institute of Chicago Fashion Design Runway Presentation 2026

SAIC Galleries

The culminating presentation of new and ambitious work by MFA, MDes, MArch, MArch-IA, and MSHP candidates in SAIC’s class of 2026. Graduate Exhibition Two&nbsp;is the second of two graduate exhibitions this spring.
For more information and artist profiles, you can visit <a href="https://web.saic.edu/shows/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">SAIC Shows 2026</a>
Hours Mondays–Saturdays&nbsp; 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
The exhibition will be open on Sunday, May 18th, during regular hours to coincide with Commencement.&nbsp;
The galleries are open to the public. All visitors must present a valid government ID for entrance.&nbsp;

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Graduate Exhibition Two 2026

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Cafe Yaya

Enjoy a morning of connecting with fellow LPCC members while visiting one of Lincoln Park’s newest gathering spots. Cafe Yaya is a welcoming neighborhood café known for its house-made pastries, great coffee, and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re meeting new people or catching up with colleagues, this is a great way to start your day.
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Harris Theater for Music and Dance

Discover the "genre-defying" South Chicago Dance Theatre through its triumphant return&nbsp;to the landmark Harris Theater For Music and Dance on May 1, 2026. " An Evening with South Chicago Dance Theatre", features THREE ELECTRIC WORLD PREMIERES by Emmy Award winning Natasha Adorlee, Bessie Award winning David Dorfman, and one of Dance Magazine's 25 to Watch Kia S. Smith. The four-part mixed repertory program opens with a powerful work by renowned choreographer of The Color Purple Donald Byrd. Tickets are selling fast and start at $31, use promo code SCDT5 for $5 off today!

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An Evening With South Chicago Dance Theatre

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2 PERFORMANCES ONLY:MAY 1, 7:30 p.m. Studebaker Theater in the Fine Arts Building, ChicagoMay 2, 3 p.m. Union Church of HinsdaleEnjoy a fabulous spring day filled with Mozart! Evren Ozel, a winner of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition performs Mozart Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K466 with Camerata Chicago. Conducted by Maestro Drostan Hall, Camerata Chicago also plays Mozart’s Prague Symphony No. 38 in D Major, K504 and two Lyric Pieces by Grieg including “Evening in the Mountains”. Bring your friends &amp; family to this all ages concert. Use Code CCLG to receive 15% discount off your order online at CamerataChicago.org or call 312-799-0916 to get your tickets.

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Central Street

Come&nbsp;celebrate spring on Central Street! Central Street Evanston's Spring's&nbsp;ALIVE! annual spring celebration returns on May 2 during regular&nbsp;business hours. Businesses, eateries, and community come together for&nbsp;spring-themed shopping and dining promotions and special in-store fun. Join us for Spring Fever shopping promotions, Taste of Spring food and&nbsp;drink specials, and Spring Fling in-store experiences. Smile for the&nbsp;camera at the interactive photobooth experience and leave with a free&nbsp;keepsake photo flipbook. Gather your friends and family for The Great&nbsp;Central Street Scavenger Hunt, in partnership with Central Street's Lock&nbsp;Chicago Escape Rooms and Roamli. This interactive scavenger hunt&nbsp;will take you and your team throughout the Central Street business&nbsp;district. Riddles, puzzles, and challenges will be spread across&nbsp;different businesses, and the teams with the most submissions will win&nbsp;amazing prizes.

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FFC Gold Coast

Experience an Ever After curated mixed doubles event for all levels that combines fitness and connection located at FFC - Gold Coast. Get matched through a compatibility assessment, rotate through play with partners. Join the private after party at the Wilson Flagship on Walton street located in Gold Coast featuring exclusive shopping discounts, cater food and more. Click the link to learn more.&nbsp;

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Join us this Sun, May 3rd (11am-5pm) to shop small, local &amp; sustainable with 115+ talented artisans at our flagship Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market&nbsp;at historic Morgan MFG&nbsp;(401 N. Morgan St., Chicago). Get tix in advance &amp; save: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets</a>
This Sun, May 3rd is 1 week before Mother's Day -- so pick-up thoughtful gifts for Moms, Dads, Grads and Housewarmings. (Tip: Bring friends &amp; family with our 4 for $20 ticket option - in advance online.)
Locally owned &amp; operated, this curated INDOOR Sunday market celebrates the ingenuity of independently owned, small businesses who channel their passions into creating one-of-a-kind designs, home goods, art and food.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Get tickets at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets</a>
EVENT DETAILS:
* Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
* Hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
* Venue: Morgan MFG – 401 N. Morgan St., Chicago, IL 60642
* Cost: $8 General Admission ($10 at door) | 4 for $20 for groups (online in advance) | Deluxe CAM Tote + Gen Adm $10
Kids &lt;12 are free | Dog-friendly (leashed, well-behaved only)
TICKETS: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets</a>
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS:
* 115+ Chicago/Midwest artisans per market in food, fashion, home goods, &amp; art at each market.
* We offer bistro seating, plated food &amp; a fully stocked bar selling cocktails, wine &amp; beer so you can relax &amp; re-connect with friends, family &amp; co-workers.
* Food:&nbsp; Shop gourmet food items including pastries and confections, chocolate &amp; candy, sauces &amp; spices, healthy snacks, cocktail mixers, beverages, &amp; more.
* Fashion: Meet &amp; shop top clothing, jewelry, handbag, accessories designers
* Home Goods: Discover items showcasing smart design in home decor, bath &amp; body, natural skincare &amp; more.
* Decorative Art: Meet independent artists producing functional, decorative &amp; wearable art.
“Keep your friends close, and your supply chain closer." – Chicago Artisan Market
Gather &amp; re-connect with friends &amp; family , while shopping small, local, safe &amp; sustainable. <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get tickets now</a>.
Can't make it to Fulton Market this Sunday? The Chicago Artisan Market will also be back at Morgan MFG on Sun, Jul 12th. &nbsp;We're also in <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville</a>, <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/rsvp-winnetka" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Winnetka</a>, <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook</a> &amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/rsvp-northbrook" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Northbrook</a> OUTDOORS in May &amp;&nbsp;June.&nbsp;<a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/calendar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View our full 2026 Market Calendar</a>
About Us: We are a Chicago company based in Oak Brook, IL that has been showcasing independent artisans and small businesses for 20+ years. We operate two City markets in the vibrant <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fulton Market</a> and <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-ravenswood" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ravenswood</a> neighborhoods. We also operate the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a> in Oak Brook, IL, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> at CityGate Centre in Naperville, IL, and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a> in downtown Winnetka, IL and downtown Northbrook, IL.
Are you a talented Midwest artisan looking to vend in the greater Chicago area? Learn more at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a> or apply now at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>. (Vendors - we don't charge junk fees just to fill out application online.)
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