Chicago weekend events: Windy City Smokeout, Chosen Few DJs, Square Roots Fest

1. 🎸 Windy City Smokeout

Grab your cowboy boots: The Windy City Smokeout is here.

Why it matters: This four-day affair is Chicago's country music festival.

The intrigue: The star-studded lineup of performers includes Thomas Rhett, Parker McCollum, DJ Pauly D, Cody Johnson and Carrie Underwood.

Zoom in: Pitmasters and breweries from around the country will be present.

• Local selections include Bub City, Green Street Smoked Meats, Lexington Betty Smokehouse, Goose Island and Spiteful.

When: Thursday until 10pm, 2–10pm Friday, 1–10pm Saturday and Sunday

Location: United Center parking lot C

Tickets start at $70

2. 🎧 Chosen Few DJs Picnic + Festival

• It's all about house music, with festivities starting Thursday and running until Sunday. The annual picnic starts at 8am Saturday at Jackson Park. Tickets start at $80

3. 🎸 Square Roots Festival

• If you like live music and craft beer, stop by Lincoln Square Friday until Sunday for this family-friendly festival. Donations are suggested.

4. 🌍 Afro-Fusion Saturday

• Spend Saturday night dancing to African and African-inspired tunes at Le Nocturne in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood. Doors open at 11pm. Tickets start at $25

5. 🏀 Chicago Sky

• Watch WNBA All-Star Angel Reese and teammates at noon Saturday as they compete against the New York Liberty. Tickets start at $100

6. 😋 EEEEEATSCON Chicago

• This two-day family food and music fest at The Salt Shed features Chrissy Teigen, Common, and Chicago's very own Chance the Rapper. Tickets start at $36
• When: Noon–6pm Saturday and Sunday

7. 🎶 Miche Fest

• The Latino festival previously hosted at Harrison Park returns to Oakwood Beach for its sixth year. The outdoor music event will take place 1–10pm Saturday and Sunday. Tickets start at $169