We’re brewin’ up a free music and arts festival for the People. 

Get ready to dance, socialize, and shop from a curated selection of food and drinks. The festival will feature performances by 14 local musicians alongside pop-up vendors offering tooth gems, prints and other handmade goods. No overwhelming crowds or expensive tickets, just good vibes. 

🗓️​​7/31, 8/1, 8/2

⏰12-4 p.m.

📍728 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60605

People’s Palooza was created by Omar Sokoya, known professionally as DJ Roads Clear, and Necessary & Sufficient Coffee’s Community Lead, Elizabeth Hamilton, with the support of café owner Kate Vrijmoet. Omar has been spinning at the café’s Printer’s Row location since its opening three years ago.

“People’s Palooza is tearing down the paywall of music festivals,” said Omar. “Music shouldn’t be exclusive to only those who can afford it. It’s a universal truth and, to me, a public service.” 

MUSICIANS: lilyulesgb, vibyanamusic, diane.xuan, inothervoices, artiedogood, roadsclear, hungu.0, kare.pkg, stevenoahtrax, xytapv, davida_beloved, rainhillll, solitocarlito, 30kbellz

VENDORS:
lindsyricepottery, magic.studiosx