Spring is here, and so is the 15th year of the CHIRP Record Fair! Join us at Plumbers Hall to dig through thousands of crates of vinyl records, as well as DVDs, CDs, posters, and more. It's a music collector's paradise!

This year, we will be expanding into Plumbers' Lower Hall to bring you EVEN MORE Delights! Chicago's own Vintage Garage will hold a special-edition vintage fair in the lower level (expect to find a fantastic sock-hop suit or frock to go with those 45s you found upstairs!), and there will be LIVE MUSIC!

Early Admission ($25) begins at 8am and allows readmission all day long. General Admission ($7) begins at 10am. Admission includes access to the vintage fair in the lower level!

The CHIRP Record Fair & Other Delights is a benefit for CHIRP - Chicago Independent Radio Project. Listen online at chirpradio.org, and look for the station on the airwaves at 107.1FM on the north side of Chicago later this year!

This year's poster (available through advanced ticket purchase for a discount!) was created by CHIRP's own Ian Sienicki!



FAQs

Will tickets be sold at the door?

Yes, though you should know - at-the-door sales are cash-only (ATMs on site), and the ticket lines are quite long in the morning. Buying an advanced ticket will let you beat the rush!

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

Nope! This is an all-ages event. However, we will be checking IDs for beer ticket sales and when said beer tickets are exchanged for drinks. Children under 12 are admitted free with a paying adult.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

The Plumbers Hall has a large parking lot surrounding the building, with plenty of spaces.

From the Eisenhower (I-290), take exit 28B toward Paulina/Ashland. Head north on Paulina, turn right onto Ogden Ave, then right again onto Washington Blvd - we'll be on the left.

From the Kennedy (I-90/I-94 north of the Loop), take exit 50A toward Ogden Ave. Turn right onto Ogden and head south. Turn left onto Washington Blvd - we'll be on the left.

From the Stevenson (I-55), take exit 290 for Damen. Keep left at the fork to head north on S Damen Ave. After about 2 miles, turn right onto W Ogden Ave, then turn right onto Washington Blvd - we'll be on the left.

From the Dan Ryan (I-90/I-94 south of the Loop), head north past I-55 and exit onto I-290. After a mile, take exit 28B toward Paulina/Ashland. Turn right to head north on Ashland, turn right onto Ogden Ave, then right again onto Washington Blvd - we'll be on the left.

We are also located near the Ashland station on the Green & Pink 'L' lines, as well as the #9, #X9, and #20 buses. We are just over a mile west of the Ogilvie and Union Metra stations, and a little less than two miles east of the Western Ave Metra MD-N, MD-W, and NCS line station.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Nope! We'll be able to check you in with your digital ticket on your mobile device, or with your name.

What is the refund policy?

All sales are final. If you cannot attend, a friend or family member may claim your ticket in your name on the day of the fair.

The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

Yes, as long as you can provide the name of the attendee that the ticket was purchased under.