Though established well before the creation of the "Man of Steel, the community happily commemorates the super hero the first weekend in June with a variety of fun-filled events. Metropolis hosts a Superman museum, a comic book art gallery along with a carnival, fun runs, auto exhibits and races along with live entertainment.
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Chosen by professional curators, over 250 artists participate in this annual June weekend event in the historic district of Old Town. Works consist of every medium available and the festival represents one of the largest in the country. The fair also includes a tour of approximately 50 local gardens. A children's corner provides the chance for youngsters to channel their inner artist and a food court provides refreshments.
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This mid June weekend event showcases the culinary talents of restaurateurs along a six-block stretch. Guests have the chance to indulge in numerous specialty foods. The festival also offers specially selected arts and crafts exhibits that showcase everything from traditional art to clothing and jewelry. Different stages located along the city streets feature live entertainment.
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Held in the Lincoln Square neighborhood, the event celebrates world cultures with craft beers, food, live music and other cultural ex<x>pressions every mid July weekend. Visitors sample various local and regional beers along with the opportunity for dining on food presented by the top restaurants in the area. When the sun goes down, the streets offer dance parties and open jams along with family orientated activities.
Hosted in Grant Park in the middle of the sprawling metropolis, this annual mega music festival spans the first weekend in August. The 115-acre site constructs multiple outdoor stages for the more than 130 local and celebrity artists that perform everything from alternative to pop and rap.
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Residents and visitors celebrate the end of summer with this gathering that takes place during Labor Day weekend. The fun-filled event offers arts and crafts exhibits, a carnival and live entertainment. The festival also features a Labor Day parade, bingo games and plenty of food. In the evenings, visitors sit back and relax while watching fireworks displays.
