Aug 29, 2026
Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival 2026 at Eugene Field Park
Free Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival returns August 29, 2026 at Eugene Field Park in Albany Park with live music, vendors, crafts, and headliner SamaSama Project.
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The Chicago Park District hosts Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from noon to 4 p.m. at Eugene Field Park (5100 N Ridgeway Ave). Admission is free. Expect live music, storytelling, crafts, kid activities, Filipino food vendors, and headliner SamaSama Project.
RSVP is recommended via the Park District Eventbrite link. Bring blankets or chairs; street parking on Foster and Ridgeway, with overflow at NEIU Lot L.
When: August 29, 2026 (noon–4 p.m.)
Where: Eugene Field Park, 5100 N Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL
Confirm updates on the Chicago Park District event page.
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