Wicker Park

Wicker Park has long been a favored neighborhood among young twenty- and thirty-somethings, so it enjoys a vibrancy unmatched by other areas of the city, along with a wide range of fun activities. Those who are lucky enough to own Wicker Park real estate are within arm’s reach of art galleries, resale shops, upscale boutiques, and some phenomenal bars and eateries.

Things to Do in Wicker Park

Wicker Park itself is the heart and soul of the neighborhood. You’ll be able to soak up the sun while lying on its perfectly manicured lawns, work up a sweat on the basketball court, enjoy stunning flora in the community garden, or let your kids loose in the large playground. Wait until summer for a number of programs for children and the popular Movies in the Park event, and don’t forget check out the Wicker Park Farmers Market on Sundays. There’s even the live music, street food, and crafts of the Wicker Park Fest to look forward to.

Top Restaurants and Bars

Wicker Park is a foodie’s dream, with one of the most diverse and delectable restaurant scenes in the whole city. Try seafood favorites at Big & Little’s Restaurant, sample Middle-Eastern fare at Sultan’s Market, pick up some Mexican at Antique Taco, or enjoy intriguing Asian-fusion dishes at Oiistar.

Once you’re finished, wash down your meal with a drink at one of the area’s excellent bars, such as:

• Double Door: There’s no better place for live music; The Rolling Stones, Smashing Pumpkins, and The Cranberries have all taken to the Double Door stage.
• Emporium Arcade Bar: Put some tokens on your tab, then play arcade greats like Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, and Pac-Man.
• Estelle’s: A long-term local hotspot boasting a friendly atmosphere and a well-stocked jukebox.

Schools

Wicker Park enjoys close proximity to a number of excellent educational institutions, including:

• Albert R. Sabin Elementary Magnet School
• A.N. Pritzker School
• Bernhard Moos Elementary School
• Christopher Columbus Elementary School
• C.I.C.S. – Bucktown
• Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Puerto Rican High School
• Erie Elementary Charter School
• Frederic Chopin Elementary School
• Humboldt Park High School
• Jonathan Burr Elementary School
• Jose De Diego Elementary Community Academy
• LaSalle II Magnet Elementary School
• Prologue Early College High School
• Pulaski International School of Chicago
• Roberto Clemente Community Academy High School
• Roberto Lozano Bilingual & International Elementary School
• Rowe Elementary Charter School
• Salmon P. Chase Elementary School
• Thomas Drummond Elementary School
• UNO Charter High School – Esmeralda Santiago
• Wells Community Academy High School

Borders

​Wicker Park is bordered on the north by W. North, on the south by W. Division, on the east by I-94, and on the west by N. Western.

It’s easy enough to get around Wicker Park on your own two feet, but you can also access the CTA Blue Line from either Division Street or Damen Avenue. From there, you’ll reach the Loop in just ten minutes, or travel directly to O’Hare International in only forty.

If you’re not going quite as far, take advantage of Wicker Park’s generous access to bus routes, including the 50 at Damen Avenue or 9 at Ashland Avenue to head north, the 72 on North Avenue to get to the lakeshore, or the 70 on Division Street to go south.

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