Taste of Chicago lineup for 2022: Nelly, Local H, Drive-By Truckers, plus neighborhood Tastes in Austin, Pullman and Little Village

The 2022 lineup for Taste of Chicago was announced Tuesday by Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), the first year back after abbreviated and virtual offerings the past few summers. Expect bands, food vendors and perchance crowds. In addition to the big event in Grant Park, Taste of Chicago expands to the neighborhoods of Austin, Pullman and Little Village.

Taste of Chicago Austin (noon to 8 p.m. June 11 at 5720 W. Chicago Ave.): Live music presented by Soul City Blues on the West Side. Food vendors include Catered By Kish, Cooking from the Soul Catering, Cynthia’s Gumbo Express, Doom Street Eats, Josephine’s Southern Cooking, Mr. Quiles Mexican Food, Ms Tittle’s Cupcakes, Razpachos, Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs, Schweet Foods, The Sole Ingredient Catering and Whadda Jerk.

Mzz Reese

Joe Pratt and The Source One Band

Mary Lane and The No Static Blues Band

Tail Dragger

Demetria Taylor

Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials

Taste of Chicago Pullman (noon to 8 p.m. June 18 in Pullman Park, 11101 S. Cottage Grove): A DJ-heavy lineup hosted by Charise Bennett of Komikal1 Entertainment. Food vendors include Don Paleta, Mr. Quiles Mexican Food, Ms Tittle’s Cupcakes, Cynthia’s Gumbo Express Inc, Auntie Vee’s Kitchen, Catered By Kish, Taco Sublime, Razpachos, Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs, Yum Dum, Chicago’s Doghouse, Southside Grinds, Coffee Co, JUS Sandwiches, Burp Restaurant and catering, Truth Ribzzz.

DJ Steve Miggidy Maestro

Lizzie G

Peter Jerico

Jabba44x

Kine Melik

Chicago Band Roster Spotlight

Meagan McNeal

Aniba & The Soul Starz

Taste of Chicago Little Village (noon to 8 p.m. June 25 at Ortiz De Dominguez School, 3000 S. Lawndale Ave.): Food vendors include Don Paleta, Mr. Quiles Mexican Food, Ms Tittle’s Cupcakes, Auntie Vee’s Kitchen, Taco Sublime, Razpachos, Yum Dum, Mr E Chef Catering, Healthy Haven, Chicago’s Doghouse, Prime tacos, Healthy Substance, Carnitas Y Tacos, Maravatio and Ann’s Flavored Cheesecakes. Note: No alcohol at this event.

Intro’s

DJ Greedy

Jarochicanos

Braided Janes

Quinto Imperio

Malafacha

DJ Jes

Taste of Chicago Grant Park (noon to 8 p.m. July 8-10 in Grant Park at Buckingham Fountain): Along with the Taste Main Stage performances below, expect a full lineup on the Goose Island Stage, plus Chicago Children’s Theatre and The Q Brothers presenting a family show. Food vendors include Whadda Jerk, The Original Rainbow Cone, Don Paleta, Mr. Quiles Mexican Food, Decadent Flavor, Ms Tittle’s Cupcakes, Haire’s Gulf Shrimp, Buona Beef, Cynthia’s Gumbo Express Inc, Auntie Vee’s Kitchen, La Cocinita Food Truck, Taco Sublime, Josephine’s Cooking, Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs, Churro Factory, Yum Dum, Mr E Chef Catering, The Sole Ingredient Catering, Doom Street Eats, Chicago’s Doghouse, Prime tacos, Healthy Substance, Seoul Taco Chicago, Eli’s Cheesecake Company, Barangaroos Aussie Pies, BJ’s Market & Bakery, SJL Inc DBA Arun’s Thai Restaurant, Classic Cobbler Baked Goods Company, Tandoor Char House, Porkchop, Esperanza Kitchen Delights, Connie’s Pizza, and Restaurante Franco Inc.

JULY 8

Host and DJ for the evening: DJ Mike P, with Main Stage bands starting at 5 p.m.

Shayln B and John the Author

AMI

Nelly

JULY 9

DJ for the evening: Sandra Treviño, with Main Stage bands starting at 5 p.m.

Vivian Garcia and Pinqy Ring

Girl K

Aterciopelados

JULY 10

DJ for the evening: Miss Alex White (White Mystery), with Main Stage bands starting at 5 p.m.

Rebecca Brunner and Marina City

Local H

Drive-By Truckers

Another big part of this summer’s Taste is the previously announced Chicago SummerDance lineup. There will no be Taste tickets this year; cash or credit cards are accepted by all food vendors. All performances and events are free admission; more at TasteofChicago.us.