Working Poets Unite!

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 5 p.m. - May 2, 2026, 6 p.m.

We are united as working writers. We labor at writing, often without pay, and many of us labor at other jobs. This poetry reading focuses on labor and labor organizing—organizing that is inclusive of issues such as race, gender, and national origin in the workplace and larger community—which is nece... More

Celebrate May Day

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 2, 2026, 9 p.m.

Join Haymarket Books this May Day to help us celebrate 25 years of publishing , and 5 years of programming at Haymarket House! Enjoy an afternoon of camaraderie, delicious food (including vegetarian and vegan options), and refreshments as we celebrate May Day and our vibrant living tradition of r... More

Aid Undocumented Students

Northern Illinois University Concert Hall, 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb, IL

May 2, 2026, 2 p.m. - May 2, 2026, 4 p.m.

Please come support a great cause! -------- ¡Ven a apoyar una gran causa!... More

The Sanctuary Circle

The First Church of the Brethren, 425 S. Central Park Blvd, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 1 p.m. - May 2, 2026, 3 p.m.

Step into the First Church Sanctuary for The Sanctuary Circle, a free community wellness experience rooted in AfroDiasporic healing traditions. This special gathering will feature a restorative soundbath meditation led by Mecca Elevated, weaving breath, sound, and reflection into a shared space for ... More

Rooted in Birth

2134 W. 18th Street, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 1 p.m. - May 2, 2026, 4 p.m.

Join us for a whole-person childbirth education and labor preparation workshop, rooted in midwifery-led care. Birth is both a physiological and deeply human experience. Preparation isn't about controlling every outcome; it's about learning the process and trusting how to move through it. Our R... More

May Day Community Picnic

📍Greenbelt Forest Preserve, Shelter D 42.340999, -87.878912

May 2, 2026, 1 p.m.

Join us for a May Day Community Picnic to celebrate International Workers’ Day! We will have food, games, and crafts. Children are welcome! Come and connect with organizations and community members to eat and celebrate our power as workers. Shelter D is located west of Green Bay Road off of 10th ... More

Southside Talent Show

SZNL Chicago, 2015 S. Racine Ave, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 1 p.m.

Join AFSC Chi Peace & Southside Together for an art-filled afternoon to see how creative, talented, and powerful young people are in the Chi 🎨🎶💪🏾 Enjoy free food, games, art, and performances while learning about how to support our people & our planet! Calling all the artists, creatives, and peo... More

Neighboring is a Verb

Chute Middle School, 1400 Oakton St, Evanston, IL

May 2, 2026, 12:30 p.m. - May 2, 2026, 3 p.m.

Neighbors bring you soup when your mom is sick. Neighbors share laughter in the backyard. Neighbors shovel your walkway. And when oppressive policies and practices grow more and more violent, neighbors show up. While Midway Blitz is over federal agents continue to be active, as we saw locally tod... More

World Fair Trade Day Festival

Chicago Fair Trade Museum, 4704 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 11 a.m.

On Saturday, May 2, Chicago Fair Trade is throwing the biggest World Fair Trade Day Festival in the country – and you’re invited to taste, learn, and celebrate what people centered supply chains look like in real life! Best of all: anyone who donates $20 is entered to win a brand-new, organic, fa... More

Native American Mother's Day Art & Gift Market

3401 W. Ainslie St, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 2, 2026, 4 p.m.

Join us for the Native American Mother’s Day Art & Gift Market featuring incredible handmade art, unique gifts, and live dance exhibitions! ⏰ 11AM–4PM (Live dance at 1PM & 3PM) Support Native artists, find meaningful gifts, and experience vibrant traditions all in one place. Bring your family ... More

Kenwood Oakland Community Organization Convention

King College Prep High School, 4445 S. Drexel Blvd, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 2, 2026, 4 p.m.

📢Calling all Chicago community members, organizers, block leaders, parents, elders, and young people! If you care about what is happening in your neighborhood and want to be part of real solutions around housing, schools, safety, youth opportunities, and health, you need to be in this space. K... More

Avondale Mutual Aid Community Clean Up

Reilly Elementary, 3560 W. School St, Chicago

May 2, 2026, 11 a.m.

This month, we’re starting our clean up at Avondale Park Playground at 10am then making our way over to meet friends and neighbors at Reilly Elementary, where they’ll have crafts, activities, and seed planting to enjoy. While we will have limited gear to help with the clean-up, bring gloves, grab... More

Citizenship Workshop - Call for Volunteers

May 2, 2026, 8 a.m. - May 2, 2026, 3 p.m.

Are you in Chicago and wanting to volunteer for your community? Join our next Citizenship Workshop on Saturday, May 2! Roles are on the next slide and most training occurs day-of. If you are interested and a first-time volunteer, please complete the volunteer interest form located in our profile.... More

May Day Party

1st Presbyterian Church of Chicago, 6400 S. Kimbark Ave, Chicago

May 1, 2026, 8 p.m. - May 1, 2026, 11:59 p.m.

MAY DAY - CHICAGO: This International Worker's Day (May 1) come together with friends and comrades new and old to celebrate 140 years of collective struggle since the 1886 Haymarket Massacre. Join us at First Church in Woodlawn for a night of music, dancing, collective revelry, and libations serv... More

From Haymarket Square to Urlacher's Hair: A Night of Chicago Trivia for the UIC GEO Strike Fund

R.I.P Events and Entertainment, 2878 S Throop St, Chicago

May 1, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 1, 2026, 10 p.m.

After a long day of May Day rallies come by and join in on a thrilling night of Chicago trivia! Entry cost is a $30 donation to the University of Illinois Chicago Graduate Employees Organization Strike Fund (collected at door) and a heart full of solidarity and good vibes.... More

Green Card Youth Voices

Women & Children First, 5233 N. Clark St, Chicago

May 1, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - May 1, 2026, 8 p.m.

We are excited to welcome Green Card Youth Voices for an event celebrating Chicago's memorable youth voices and the release of Immigration Stories from Chicago High Schools: Green Card Youth Voices. This event will include a reading, conversation panel, and book signing. Registration is required... More

May Day Blast

TBA

May 1, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 1, 2026, 11 p.m.

Honoring the Salsedo Press legacy of more than 30+ years of Mayday Blast with poster expo, live music, food, lucha & fiesta. Music by Nysansapo Highlife Band, Ramon Marino, DJ La Colocha. More details and flyer coming soon! You DON’T want to miss this pachanga. Save the date!... More

May Day Make Polluters Pay Community Dinner

Haz Cooperative Studios, 1706 S. Halsted St, Chicago

May 1, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 1, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us on May Day for our second Make Polluters Pay Community Dinner at Haz Cooperative Studios in Pilsen from 6 - 8PM! We’ll break bread, learn about the connections between anti-authoritarian organizing and climate justice in our communities, and connect with our community following a day of no s... More

Elk Grove Village May Day

Memorial Park, Biesterfield and Wellington, Elk Grove Village, IL

May 1, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - May 1, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Peaceful prostest for workers rights. Please note: A core principle behind all our events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any... More

Elk Grove Village May Day

Memorial Park, Biesterfield and Wellington, Elk Grove Village, IL

May 1, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - May 1, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Peaceful protest for workers' rights.... More