Chicago Polish Constitution Parade: The streets of Chicago will be draped in red and white as one of the oldest and largest parades in the city steps off this weekend. This year’s theme celebrates the 1,000th anniversary of the coronation of the first Polish king. More events celebrating Polish culture will be held throughout the weekend. 11:30 a.m. May 3 on Columbus Drive, between Balbo Drive and Monroe Street; more details on the free parade and related events at polishparade.org
Japanese Breakfast: A bounty of indie shows roll into town this week, starting with Japanese Breakfast. In March, the band released its fourth album, “For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women).” 7 p.m. May 2 at Salt Shed, 1357 N. State St.; tickets from $59.50 at japanesebreakfast.rocks
Lucy Dacus: Following on the new album, “Forever Is a Feeling,” Lucy Dacus performs at the Chicago Theatre. Perhaps best known as part of the Grammy-winning band Boygenius, Dacus is an indie powerhouse in her own right. Katie Gavin will also perform. 7:30 p.m. May 2 at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St.; tickets from $69.50 at lucydac.us
Kevin Kaarl: Maybe you heard the buzz about Kevin Kaarl’s 2024 Coachella performance. Or his “Tiny Desk” concert on NPR. The introspective indie-folk star, originally from Northern Mexico, brings his world tour to the Salt Shed. One show is already sold out, so don’t wait. 7 p.m. May 4-5 at Salt Shed, 1357 N. Elston Ave.; tickets $50 at kevinkaarl.com
Laura Peek: You’ve got four more chances this weekend to see comedian Laura Peek. Her self-deprecating brand of standup is so relatable that it might just distract you from how well it’s written. 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. May 2-3 at Zanies Chicago, 1548 N. Wells St.; tickets $30 (ages 21+; two-item minimum) at chicago.zanies.com
“Bust”: Zora Howard’s “Bust” centers on a police confrontation that ends when a Black man simply vanishes. A Tribune review says, “Howard really hits a chord: She’s writing about anger and trauma, for sure, but also about the perennial dilemma as to whether to engage and struggle, politically and within a family, or disengage for greener pastures.” A timely piece, to be sure. Through May 18 at Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St.; tickets $25-$85 at goodmantheatre.org
South Chicago Dance Theatre: Deemed “the next big thing to hit Chicago’s dance scene,” in a 2022 Tribune story, the South Chicago Dance Theatre continues to thrive. Catch their performance of “In/Within” this weekend. 7:30 p.m. May 3 at Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive; tickets from $39 at southchicagodancetheatre.com
‘Star Wars’ Day: May the 4th be with you! Sure, you can stream the entirety of “Star Wars” at home, but it’s better in a theater. Head to Patio Theater for a double feature of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” (Yeah, OK, admittedly not the most logical double feature, but they’re both strong installments.) Get there early to meet characters and play games. 1-8 p.m. at Patio Theater, 6008 W. Irving Park Road; tickets $11.20 at ticketleap.events
Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by participating in the Best Buddies Friendship Walk. So far, the charity has raised about half of its local goal of $142,500. Proceeds will go to programs designed to end the social, physical and economic isolation of those with Down syndrome, autism and other developmental disabilities. Noon May 4 at Soldier Field, 1410 Special Olympics Drive; more details at bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org
Chicago Farmers Markets: ‘Tis the season to get out of the supermarket. Lincoln Park’s Green City Market is already open, and several other farmers markets begin this week — including those in the West Loop, Wicker Park, Pilsen, Beverly Hills and Lincoln Square. During high season, you can find a farmers market somewhere in the city on every day of the week. Various dates and locations; more at chicago.gov
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