With Riot Fest in the rearview mirror, the season for big summer music festivals has come to a close. Just because you've already Lolla'd and Pitchfork'd and Rioted doesn't mean there aren't a few more weeks of fest season left, though. Take it down a notch this weekend with smaller, indie-minded festivals including Design Harvest, Andersonville City Made Fest and the Festival of Joyous Rebellion, or get your eat and drink on at Logan Square Beer Fest and Sam Adams' Lakeview Taco Fest. We're in the twilight of summer, kids-make it count. kbernot@tribune.com @redeyeeatdrink
When: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m Sunday
Where: Grand Avenue between Damen Avenue and Wood Street
How much: $5 suggested donation
Don't miss: Pinterest freaks rejoice: this annual celebration of local home and garden designers returns to West Town with how-to workshops, expert panels and plenty of home goods for sale. Browse the locally made design objects while sipping Leinenkugel beers, snacking on food from area vendors and listening to live music curated by The Hideout.
Andersonville City Made Fest
When: noon-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Where: Clark Street between Argyle Street and Carmen Avenue
How much: $5 suggested donationDon't miss: If it isn't from Chicago, you won't find it at City Made Fest. Only Chicago-made products-including beer, food, music and design objects-will be on hand for two-day celebration of local artisans. Listen to a diverse line-up of music, including Americana/rock band Sure Fire Groove (3:30 p.m. Saturday), hip-hop/singer-songwriter duo Jason Maek & Zaena (5:15 p.m. Saturday) and jazz quintet Brent Kimbrough & Company (7 p.m. Sunday). Sip beers from Argus, Half Acre, Finch's, Metropolitan, Lake Effect and other Chicago brewers.
When: 6-11 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Hideout (1354 W. Wabansia Ave.)
How much: $25 general admission; $100 VIP admission; tickets available at peoplesaction.org/festival-of-joyous-rebellion
Don't miss: Part music and performance fest, part progressive political meet-up, this second annual festival organized by the National People's Action Campaign brings together activists, speakers and artists including author John Nichols, radio commentator Jim Hightower and activist Ai-Jen Poo.
When: Saturday, first session: 1-4 p.m.; second session: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N. Kedzie Boulevard)
How much: $45; tickets available at logansquarebeerfestival.com
Don't miss: Now in its second year, this festival at the Logan Square Auditorium has added a second session. Twenty-plus participating breweries-including Three Floyds, Half Acre, Penrose and Transient Artisan Ales-will supply more than 50 beers, many of which will be cask-conditioned, collaborations or barrel-aged offerings. A Ball Park hot dog truck will offer free hot dogs, and Lagunitas founder Tony Magee's band, Alice Drinks the Kool-Aid, will perform at the afternoon session.
Sam Adams Lakeview Taco Fest
When: noon-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Where: Southport Avenue between Addison and Roscoe streets
How much: $5 suggested donation
Don't miss: The second year of this taco fest means double the vendors-14 total-who will each put a spin on the Mexican dish. Expect pulled short rib and grilled portobello tacos from Cafe El Tapatio; coffee-rubbed steak and tequila shrimp tacos from D.S. Tequila Company; chicken, beef and pork tacos from Taco Joint; carnitas and lemongrass tofu tacos from Si Fu Chinese Latin Kitchen, and more varieties for purchase. While you're snacking, listen to performances from rockabilly band Amazing Heeby Jeebies (3:30 p.m. Saturday), 90's hip-hop cover act The Hot Sauce Committee (3:30 p.m. Saturday), pop rockers Your Villain, My Hero (5:45 p.m. Sunday) and others.
#GetFested
Each week, we're issuing a photo challenge to help you make the most of your fest weekend. Complete the challenge and tag it #GetFested on Instagram for a chance to have your photo appear in RedEye. Last week, we wanted to see your Riot Fest photos, and we love this fish eye lens selfie from @choolian at The Dandy Warhols set. This weekend, show us something delicious you're eating or drinking-Taco Fest, we're looking at you. And don't forget the hashtag!
See RedEye's full summer festival schedule at redeyechicago.com/fests.