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Dotted with independent vintage boutiques, trendy restaurants, and small fair-trade coffee shops, Wicker Park/Bucktown is a mecca for young artsy types and alternative post-grads, evident in the fact that more artists call the area home than anywhere else in Chicago.

The area’s Flat Iron Arts Building houses more than fifty galleries that keep the city’s burgeoning artistic spirit alive and well, but creativity can be found even outside the galleries in the form of everyone from tattoo artists to glass blowers.

Though just a few short train stops northwest of the downtown Loop, the bohemian neighborhood can seem miles from the big city, especially at the myriad cafés and brunch spots, small galleries, crowded pizza joints, and independent shops that pepper the sidewalk on Milwaukee Avenue, and that are usually bustling with youthful young professionals and relaxed hipsters.

Somewhat surprisingly, the area isn’t all about vegan bakeries and hemp clothing, however – in fact, its namesake park is dotted with enough restored mansions, refined cocktail lounges, and classy fusion restaurants to keep the trendy types happy too.

Although Wicker Park/Bucktown tends to be laid back during the day, the district comes to life at night when partygoers both casual and dressed to impress flock to the clubs and upbeat bars on Division Street and further north along the Damen/Milwaukee/North Avenue intersection.

Music lovers should be sure to check out the annual Wicker Park Fest – usually held in late July or early August – which draws tens of thousands of revelers into the streets for two days of cutting-edge bands.

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Exit

Bar

Party Earth Review Under the skull-and-crossbones sign and past the crowd of Mohawk-rocking punks, a small graffitied door leads to Exit, Chicago’s self-proclaimed original punk bar since 1981. Once inside ... more

1315 West North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642

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The Hideout

Bar / Live Music Venue

Party Earth Review Literally hidden down an industrial alley and sandwiched between a sea of factories and abandoned brick buildings, The Hideout has been doling out liquor and live beats since the early ... more

1354 West Wabansia Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642

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Debonair Social Club

Bar / Club / Live Music Venue

Party Earth Review Situated inside the massive 88,000-square-foot Flat Iron Arts Building, Debonair Social Club features a roster of rotating theme nights and performances that aim to blend art, music ... more

1575 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

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Marie's Rip Tide Lounge

Dive Bar / Lounge

Party Earth Review The already tipsy patrons who stumble through the red door of Marie’s Rip Tide Lounge usually feel they’ve been transported back in time to a place barely changed since its opening ... more

1745 West Armitage Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

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Moonshine

Brewery / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Dinner, daily specials, freshly brewed beer, sports, and DJs – Moonshine delivers it all under one roof. Except the dog-friendly patio – that’s outside ... more

1824 West Division Street
Chicago, IL 60622

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Map Room

Bar / Pub

Party Earth Review Self-styled as a place for weary travelers to kick back and share tales of the road, Map Room is indeed a relaxed and comfy hangout popular with both daily regulars and adventurous ... more

1949 North Hoyne Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

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Big Star

Restaurant / Whiskey Bar

Party Earth Review Just a few steps from the lively Wicker Park intersection of North and Damen Avenues, a large black and red star shines over what looks like a former gas station – and that’s because ... more

1531 North Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

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The Flat Iron

Bar

Party Earth Review With a rich history in the arts and music scene, The Flat Iron, formerly the live music venue The Blue Note, draws a dedicated community of creative patrons. The giant face of a skull ... more

1565 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

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The Violet Hour

Bar / Lounge

Party Earth Review Camouflaged behind a colorful plank façade adorned with an ever-changing display of graffiti art, The Violet Hour offers an unexpected touch of upscale luxury to a neighborhood better ... more

1520 North Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

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Lottie's Pub

Pub / Sports Bar

Party Earth Review Having gone through multiple owners, names, and clientele over the course of its long history, Lottie’s Pub opened in its current incarnation in 2002, bringing a sporty but casual hangout ... more

1925 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60622

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Double Door

Bar / Club / Live Music Venue

Party Earth Review Named for its two separate entrances – one for the fans and one for the bands – Double Door is a simple club where music undeniably takes center stage. With its single long bar the ... more

1572 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

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Piece

Bar / Pizza Place / Restaurant

Party Earth Review A blend of microbrewery and pizzeria, Piece has helped revive the popularity of thin crust pizza in a deep dish city, all the while serving an extensive list of in-house craft beers ... more

1927 West North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

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Top Upcoming Events in Wicker Park / Bucktown

May 2013

May 22 Wed		Denise Tamburrino & Frank Glab Cabaret Show / Magic / Illusion / Magic / Illusion / Performance 8:00pm Davenport's Denise Tamburrino, Frank Glab	Add to Calendar
May 26 Sun		Cheap Girls Concert / Rock 8:00pm Subterranean Cheap Girls	Add to Calendar

June 2013

Jun 15 Sat		Superhumanoids Concert / Indie / Pop 9:00pm The Hideout Superhumanoids	Add to Calendar
Jun 16 Sun		The Heavy Concert / Alternative Music / Punk 8:00pm Double Door The Heavy , The Silent Comedy	Add to Calendar