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The Award Winning 79th Street Renaissance Festival

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Join Us for the 21st Annual 79th Street Renaissance Festival

The Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation (GAGDC) is excited to announce the return of one of Chicago's most anticipated community celebrations—the 21st Annual 79th Street Renaissance Festival.

For more than two decades, the festival has brought together residents, families, local businesses, artists, and community partners for a day filled with live entertainment, cultural experiences, delicious food, shopping, and activities for all ages. Whether you're a longtime attendee or joining us for the first time, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Become a Vendor at the 21st Annual 79th Street Renaissance Festival

Showcase your business at one of Auburn Gresham's signature community events!

The 21st Annual 79th Street Renaissance Festival offers a unique opportunity for businesses, entrepreneurs, artisans, food vendors, and community organizations to connect with thousands of attendees from across Chicago. Whether you're launching a new product, expanding your customer base, or increasing your brand visibility, this festival provides an exciting platform to engage with the community.

Why Become a Vendor?

  • Reach thousands of festival attendees throughout the day.

  • Promote your products, services, or organization to a diverse audience.

  • Build brand awareness and establish new customer relationships.

  • Support one of Chicago's longest-running neighborhood festivals.

  • Network with fellow businesses, community leaders, and local organizations.

Whether you're a small business, nonprofit, artisan, retailer, food vendor, or service provider, we'd love to have you join us.

Our five pillars of revitalization:

GAGDC’s ICONIC 79th Street Renaissance Festival celebrated its 20th anniversary — and we’d love you to share it with us.

Always Growing, Auburn Gresham

Donate. Your generous donation can help GAGDC continue to make a positive impact in the community and support our mission of promoting social and economic justice!

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