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ALERT:For the next several months (due to construction), Maxwell Street Market will take place on Desplaines from Polk to Taylor streets. REMINDER: There’s limited FREE parking on Desplaines from Harrison to Polk, and on Desplaines from Taylor to Roosevelt. |

The Maxwell Street Market is a Chicago tradition of bargains and bargaining with an international flavor. The market offers an eclectic mix of merchandise—from tools to tires, plus fresh produce, furniture, clothing, rare finds and collectibles—and some of the best Mexican and Latin street food in Chicago.
Performers interested in performing at the Maxwell Street Market can download the performance application.
For about 100 years, Maxwell Street was one of Chicago’s most unconventional business—and residential—districts.
Promotional space, media exposure and sampling opportunities are available.
South Loop
800 S. Desplaines St.
Chicago, IL 60607
312.745.4676
Email:
maxwellstreet@cityofchicago.org
Getting There
Maxwell Street Market is located at 800 S. Desplaines St.
Parking
Metered street parking is available. Paid parking is also available at nearby UIC parking facilities.
Public Transportation
The market is located near CTA bus
and “L” lines.
Plan your trip at transitchicago.com.
Divvy
Divvy is Chicago’s bike sharing system.
For information and pricing, visit divvybikes.com.