Festival FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there parking?
You can find parking information here. You may also find parking deals on apps like Spothero or Parkwhiz.
Is there reentry?
Sorry, there is no re-entry permitted.
What’s the address?
Lookingglass Theatre Company is located in the historic Water Tower Water Works at 821 N Michigan Ave at Pearson St. Enter through the wooden double doors at 163 E Pearson St. Plan your visit here.
Can I bring my kids?
EVOLUTION is an arts festival intended for mature audiences. Artists’ content may contain subject matters that may not be suitable for children or sensitive audiences. Viewer and parent discretion advised. For more Venue Policies see here.
Accessible Entrance
An accessible entrance is located at Pearson Street directly to the west of our main entrance at 163 E. Pearson Street using the wooden double doors. Read more about accessibility here.
Can I bring outside food or drink?
No outside food or drink permitted. Read more about Venue Policies here.
Will there be ASL interpretation?
ASL Interpretation Available Upon Request. Email: hello@aaac.art
What events are family-friendly?
The entire festival is FREE and open to all ages
The After-Party offers discount tickets for kids 10+ years
Family-friendly shows we can recommend include:
Day 1: May 5 • Chicago Cultural Center
3–6 pm • Live music, live painting, live dance, glass sculpture, immersive fashion art
Day 2: May 6 • Goodman Theater
11:30 am–1:15 pm • Dance and performance art in Rotunda in Alice
Day 3: May 7 • Museum of Contemporary Art
10 am–3 pm
Masala biscuits and Food at Marisol and The Counter
DIY Craft Market
10:30–11:30 am • Open Stage
11 am–2 pm • Family Creation Station teaching storytelling with puppets
2–3 pm • Dance
3:45–4:15 pm • Kim, rock band
Day 3, May 7: After–Party at the Lookingglass Theater
Heavy apps and dessert plus an open bar
Discounted tickets for kids, recommended age 10+
*Please note that artists reserve the right to express themes that may be inappropriate for younger or more sensitive audiences. We’ll do our best to announce this before each of those performances.
Where can I park?
Each venue offers its own parking suggestions:
Chicago Cultural Center
Grant Park North Garage: 25 N Michigan Ave
Grant Park South Garage: 325 S Michigan Ave
Millennium Park Garage & Millennium Lakeside Garage: 5 S Columbus Dr
Pay in person at each garage location or pre-pay online for discounted parking
Visit www.millenniumgarages.com/rates or call 312.616.0600 for 24/7 customer service
Goodman Theatre
Government Center Self Park (GC): 181 N Clark St
Located on the southeast corner of Clark and Lake Streets. Goodman Theatre patrons get $17 pre-paid parking
Theatre District Self Park (TD): 181 N Dearborn St
Located across from the theater on Dearborn Street. Goodman Theatre Patrons get $21 pre-paid parking
Visit iparkit.com/Goodman, select your garage location, and checkout
MCA
Museum Of Contemporary Art Garage: 220 E Chicago Ave
Located on the north side of E Chicago Avenue between N Fairbanks Court and N Miles Van Der Rohe Way Street
Visit https://parkabm.com/facilities/museum-of-contemporary-art-garage/ to reserve parking for the Museum of Contemporary Art using ParkABM and ParkChirp
Lookingglass Theatre
Discounted parking is available on the day of the performance at the locations below
Bring your parking ticket to the box office, and Lookingglass Theater staff will validate it (validation requires proof of a parking ticket)
875 N Michigan formerly the John Hancock Center for up to six hours for only $10 (cars must enter the garage after 12 pm to receive a discount)
The Olympia Centre Self Park for up to six hours for only $11
Water Tower Place for up to four hours for only $14 or between four and seven hours for $17
In 2023, we produced the largest arts festival of its kind in the Midwest. Stay tuned for news on next APIDA Arts Festival.
If you have any questions or need additional assistance with the Lookingglass Theatre venue, please contact their box office.
312.337.0665
box@lookingglasstheatre.org