Frequently Asked Questions

  •  Saturday, September 7

  • McCormick YMCA
    1834 N. Lawndale
    Chicago, IL 

  • Noon-8 pm 

  • Yes, the block party is free and there’s an option to purchase VIP tickets. 

  • There will be vendors onsite to purchase food and options to purchase beer, seltzer and water tickets. 

  •  Yes, all ages are welcome to attend the party. 

  • Please complete the vendor application and a block club staffer will be in touch. 

  • Yes, rates vary based on vendor category but all rates are negotiable.

  • No, Block Club is not responsible for providing tents, tables or chairs. Each vendor should bring equipment, signage and materials that fit in their 10x10 space.

    • The vendor application deadline for food vendors is August 14. 

    • The vendor application deadline for non-food vendors is August 26. 

  • Take a look at the block party sponsorship opportunities. For additional information, please email skylar@blockclubchi.org 

  • Sign up on our volunteer page.

  • There’s free street parking and attendees will have access to McAuliffe Elementary parking lot located three blocks from McCormick YMCA. Volunteers will be onsite to direct drivers. 

  • VIP ticket sales, vendor fees, sponsorships and silent auction donations contribute to many of the expenses associated with hosting the block party, but funds also support our nonprofit newsroom, Block Club Chicago. We believe in building community through truly ground-level coverage of Chicago’s neighborhoods. 

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