Uptown's First-Ever Potato Crawl Sold Out — And the Beloved Argyle Night Market Is Coming Back July 2

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Uptown · June 26, 2026

Uptown's summer of community events is officially in full swing — and the neighborhood just proved it has a serious appetite for a good time. The first-ever Spud-Down Potato Crawl, organized by Uptown United and the Uptown Chamber of Commerce, took place on June 17 and sold out completely, sending neighbors on a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure through the neighborhood's eclectic dining scene. Whether you made it out or missed your chance to grab a ticket, the buzz around this debut event signals something exciting: Uptown knows how to throw a party unlike anywhere else in Chicago.

And the good news keeps coming. The fan-favorite Argyle Night Market is officially returning on July 2, giving neighbors and visitors yet another reason to flock to the Argyle Street corridor this summer. The Night Market has become a beloved warm-weather tradition, transforming the street into a vibrant outdoor celebration of food, culture, and community — all anchored by the neighborhood's celebrated pan-Asian dining scene.

With the Spud-Down Crawl already a sellout hit and the Argyle Night Market just around the corner, Uptown's summer calendar is stacking up to be one for the books. Keep an eye on exploreuptown.org for Night Market dates, tickets, and vendor announcements — and tell us in the comments: did you make it out to the Potato Crawl? What dish was your favorite stop?

Sources:
1. https://www.instagram.com/exploreuptownchi/
2. https://exploreuptown.org/our-events/