Join us for PARK(ing) Day 2025, a citywide festival where we reclaim parking spaces and convert them into temporary public parks for a day! This event aims to spark conversations about our urban landscape and showcase the potential for a more livable, human-focused Chicago. Our goal is to connect, educate, and empower you to advocate for people-oriented city design.
This year, the festivities are hosted at the parking lots of two premier local breweries, Demo Brewing Company and Dovetail Brewery, which are just a 4-minute walk from each other.
PARK(ing) Day is free for everyone to attend. If you'd like to help us put on more events like this, there will be an opportunity to donate at the entrance.
Event Zones and Activities
Demo Brewing Company: Community Hub & Stage
The parking lot at Demo Brewing will be the event's main hub, featuring a stage with live music and inspiring speakers throughout the day.
Live Music and Yoga: Enjoy performances from local bands all afternoon and two live yoga sessions!
Some Years Later - 12:00-12:30
Yoga with Em Hall - 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Victims of Nostalgia - 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Ian McKinley - 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Nova Squad - 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Sun Roads - 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Yoga with Em Hall - 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Naked Brunch Box - 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Greystone - 6:00 PM - 6:45
Imperium - 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Guest Speakers: Hear from influential voices in our community who are passionate about sustainable urban development and public spaces. Confirmed speakers include:
Alderman Martin (47th Ward)
Drake Warren (Candidate, Cook County Commissioner, District 10)
Nick Uniejewski (Candidate, State Senate, District 6)
Representatives from Chicago Growth Project, Abundant Housing Illinois, Strong Towns Chicago, and the Parking Reform Network.
Dovetail Brewery: Urbanist Showcase & Interactive Fun
Across the way at Dovetail Brewery, immerse yourself in an interactive showcase of innovative urbanist ideas.
Advocacy Displays: Local urbanist groups will transform parking spaces into creative displays that bring their missions to life. This is your chance to connect with organizations driving positive change in Chicago.
Food & Drink
Enjoy delicious food from a variety of local vendors:
Tacomatora
Hey Beignets
Irene’s Chicago
Do-Rite Donuts
Barry’s Sweets
Beer will be available for purchase from our hosts, Demo Brewing Company and Dovetail Brewery.
Support the Mission
This event is free to attend, but your support is crucial! We aim to raise $3,500 to cover event costs, with any additional funds going directly to our partner advocacy groups to advance their missions. Donations will be collected at the entrance of both locations and can be given when you RSVP.
For sponsorship inquiries, please get in touch with Adam Drakulic at events@chicagogrowthproject.org
Getting There
We encourage you to use sustainable transportation! The event is easily accessible via:
Bus: Routes 9 (Ashland), 50 (Damen), and 80 (Irving Park).
Train: The Irving Park Brown Line and Metra stations are nearby.
We look forward to celebrating with you!