Bands, beer, and everything a pickle lover dreams about is about to become reality at Chicago's legendary Pickle Fest kicking off this April.

I used to never be a pickle person until I discovered tiny sweet dill pickles in a jar.  Last year, I was at my ex's house for Christmas and his mom had a platter of finger foods on the kitchen table.  I noticed nobody had touched the sweet dill pickles, so I thought I'd give them a shot.  Boy, was it life changing!  I'm totally hooked now.

One of the most popular sweatshirts you can buy on TikTok and Etsy is the pickle sweatshirt.  If you own one of those, you're totally a pickle enthusiast.  Don't lie...

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You can even wear your favorite pickle sweatshirt next month at the official Pickle Fest in Wrigleyville.  How's that sound? Sounds Dill-lightful.

Get Your Crunch On At Illinois' Iconic Chicago Pickle Fest 2024

Pickle lovers, your day is almost here.  On April 27th, 2024 at 11am, you get to enjoy live bands, delicious beer, pickle cocktails & mocktails, and so much more at Chicago's Pickle Fest!

"There is one snack that just doesn't get the credit that it is due..the PICKLE! We have heard the cries of pickle lovers world wide and so, in honor of this tangy delicious treat, we're throwing a street fest style party at the best bar in Wrigleyville! This will be a party that you will relish for the rest of your life!" [pickle fest]

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If you're tagging along with your pickle-lovin' friends, there will be plenty non-pickle food and drinks for you to enjoy.  Don't worry!

There will also be photo opportunities, a complimentary Pickle-Back Whiskey Shot for every guest, giveaways, and Mr. Pickle might actually make an appearance.

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So, what's the big dill?  Kick off summer the right way at one of the coolest events going down in Chicago!  All the info you need here.  Plus, there are so many music festivals happening all summer long in Illinois and Wisconsin.  Make sure to check out Lollapalooza, Summerfest, and Not Just a "Phase Fest!

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