Department

Cultural Affairs and Special Events

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is dedicated to promoting and supporting Chicago’s arts and culture sector. This includes, but is not limited to: fostering the development of Chicago’s nonprofit arts sector, independent working artists, and for-profit arts businesses; presenting high-quality, free or low-fee cultural programs accessible to residents and visitors; and marketing the City’s cultural assets to local, regional, and global audiences. DCASE produces nearly 2,000 public programs, events and support services annually, generating millions in economic benefits for the City of Chicago.

Alerts (Cultural Affairs and Special Events)

Jan 2, 2012

Cultural Advisory Council Meeting Schedule for 2012

Most Recent News (Cultural Affairs and Special Events)

Feb 8, 2012	Chicago 175th Birthday Party!
Feb 2, 2012	City Of Chicago Launches 2012 Cultural Plan Initiative
Feb 1, 2012	Cultural Advisory Council Meeting Minutes - December 7, 2011
Feb 1, 2012	Escape to Chicago for Spring Break – A Dose of Culture, Nightlife and Scenic Beauty All in One Trip
Jan 30, 2012	Legendary Artist Mavis Staples To Headline 2012 Chicago Blues Fest
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What We Do

• Attractions, Events and Exhibitions
• Chicago Cultural Plan 2012
• Chicago Festivals
• Chicago Film Office
• Chicago Tourism
• Chicago’s Creative Industries
• Cultural Grants
• Markets and Neighborhood Programs
• Partnership Opportunities
• Public Art Program
• Rental Services
• Resources and Services for Artists and Arts Organizations

Supporting Information

• File a Cultural Affairs and Special Events FOIA Request
• Taste of Chicago - Taste Stage Application Procedures

City Data

• FOIA Request Log - Cultural Affairs and Special Events