September 22-25 at Navy Pier

Each September, EXPO CHICAGO opens the fall art season at the historic Navy Pier. Now entering its fifth edition, EXPO CHICAGO presents artworks from 145 leading galleries—including over 3,500 artists, representing 22 countries and 49 cities from around the world.

stARTup is Chicago’s contemporary art fair for independent artists. Held in MileNorth Hotel, an intimate group of participants will transform their respective rooms into solo exhibitions of their work.

CGN writer Franck Mercurio shares highlights from the EXPO Vernissage including installations and performances by Sabina Ott, Leonard Suryajaya, Cheryl Pope and Díaz Lewis.

Running in tangent with EXPO Chicago, Art After Hours is a citywide open gallery night inviting the public and EXPO Chicago visitors to view Chicago's art spaces during extended hours. 

Art After Hours will take place Friday, September 23 from 6-9pm

The Annual, showcasing outstanding work by area emerging artists, runs through September 29 at Chicago Artists Coalition.