Chicago! We’re back! From the ‘Go Fest 2022 will be held at Washington Park on July 23rd.
The From the ‘Go Festival is a platform and signature event developed by youth in True Star programs to celebrate young Chicago creatives and showcase their talents.
The mission of FTG is to create a space that celebrates youth, honors their perspectives, showcases their talents, and promotes unity among young Black and Brown Chicagoans that contribute to a safe city. The festival will include a concert with local performing artists, a vendor fair for local youth entrepreneurs and interactive activities. Come out and show what makes Chicago special-the people!

Frequently Asked Questions

True Star is a non profit media company and digital agency led by Chicago’s youth. True Star provides training and real-world work experiences that teach youth how to create, develop, and market digital content on platforms that empower them to forge their own paths. Since 2004, True Star has provided jobs and opportunities for over 10,000 Chicago youth living on the west and south sides. For more information about True Star visit www.truestarfoundation.org

Although vaccination is not required to enter the fest, we do encourage social distancing and a mask is strongly recommended to be worn during festival and required in all vendor, activation tents and enclosed areas at the festival.

To find a vaccination location near you, please visit www.VaccineFinder.org or www.Chicago.gov/COVIDTest.

Hand sanitizer stations will be provided throughout the park for your convenience.

The 2022 From The GO’ Fest will be held at Washington park at The DuSable Museum Campus located at 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, IL.

Yes, our event is handicap accessible.

This event is FREE to enter. Please have cash or debit cards for food and other vendors at the festival.

Street and metered parking is available, but we encourage attendees take public transportation and ride share options due to limited parking available around festival grounds.

Artists and set times will be released in the coming weeks of the festival.

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