Celebrating German Heritage

  • "Maifest is still widely celebrated throughout Germany and has now extended to celebrations held throughout the world. We are honored to have such a large German population and community right here in Chicago where we can bring our own version of Maifest to life."

    Joe Bradtke,
    Vice President of Maifest Chicago

  • "Our goal of this festival is to keep these special traditions alive and to share our culture with our local community. Lincoln Square’s Maifest is truly a welcome sign to the spring and summer months that brings people together in a fun way."

    Joe Bradtke,
    Vice President of Maifest Chicago

  • "I’m thrilled that our Lincoln Square community will again be hosting Maifest Chicago. For decades, German culture and traditions have played a vital role in shaping Lincoln Square into a thriving community. I’m grateful for the ongoing support of the Maifest Committee and so many other leaders within Chicago’s dynamic German community, without whom Maifest Chicago would not be possible."

    Alderman Matt Martin,
    47th ward