NEAR WEST SIDE — From three days of Greektown eats to a family-friendly music fest in Little Village, here are our top picks of things to do and see on the Near West Side this weekend.
Taste of Greektown — The 27th annual fest brings Hellenic pride and tasty treats to the iconic neighborhood in the heart of the West Loop. Now three days, the fest will feature Greek bands and entertainment across two stages, dance lessons, a kids' activity area and goods from Greek artisans. Free; donation encouraged. 4-11 p.m. Friday, Noon-11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 400 S. Halsted St., Greektown.
Villapalooza in Little Village — The sixth annual Little Village music fest brings nationally-acclaimed artists and local legends to the neighborhood across three stages. The family-friendly event also highlights Little Village artists, artisans and restaurants. A full music lineup is online. Free. Noon-10 p.m. Saturday, West 26th Street and South Central Park Avenue, Little Village.
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Randolph Street Market in West Loop The indoor/outdoor urban antiques market returns to the neighborhood, featuring eight acres of unique vintage, antique and artisan finds. Be on the lookout for special mid-century modern treasures this month. $10 at the gate, kids free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Plumbers Hall, 1340 W. Washington St., West Loop.
Open Books Garage Sale in Pilsen — Open Books Pilsen hosts its second bi-annual garage sale with $1 kids books, $2 paperbacks and $3 hardcovers, or fill up an entire box of books (35-40 books total) for $40 flat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 905 W. 19th St., Pilsen.
Ends of Summer Picnic in West Loop — West Loop Families hosts an end of summer picnic and game day efor kids of all ages at Bartelme Park, with bounce house, bellicon trampoline classes, sack races and many more games. Free; suggested $5 donation. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Mary Bartelme Park, 115 S. Sangamon St., West Loop.
Green City Market West Loop — The West Loop's outdoor farmers market brings fresh produce to the neighborhood and artisan treats every Saturday through the summer. Free. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, 211 S. Peoria St., West Loop.
Pilsen Community Market — Pilsen's weekly outdoor farmers market features homemade tamales, fresh produce and so much more. Free. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, 1800 S. Halsted St., Pilsen.
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