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The Northcenter neighborhood of Chicago hosts Ribfest Chicago, an annual three-day food festival during the summer. It has been celebrating the love for BBQ for 23 years and has gained immense popularity. Ribfest Chicago attracts over 60,000 visitors yearly who feast on an average of 50,000 pounds of pork. The festival has been featured in both local and national media, and BBQ experts from all over the Chicagoland area compete for awards such as "Best Ribs" and "People's Choice." But Ribfest Chicago is not just about delicious ribs but also a nationally recognized indie music festival. The event features top local and national acts on two stages, providing an excellent opportunity to enjoy live music. Ribfest Chicago is not only for adults but also a family-friendly event. The festival offers a "Kids Square" that provides three fun-filled days for children, including sliding, climbing, jumping, riding, dancing, and live entertainment.

Embark on a journey back in time to the days of infamous mobsters like Al Capone, Bugs Moran, and John Dillinger with Untouchable Tours. This unique experience takes patrons to various famous areas in Chicago where notorious gangsters would hang out during the days of Prohibition. During the tour, you'll return to Prohibition-era Chicago and visit the hotspots where Al Capone and his allies and enemies became famous. The guides are actors who adopt the persona of a 1920s gangster and accurately recount the crimes and activities in Chicago during the 1920s and '30s. You'll hear about the exploits of Capone, Moran, Dillinger, and other notorious gangsters. Some sites included are the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the Biograph Theatre, and Holy Name Cathedral. The tour is educational and highly entertaining, and you even have the chance to win prizes at the end.