Saturday, May 11th
Nora’s sun and moon park
10am-3pm
Whether you’re a current family, an alumni community member, or part of the local neighborhood, join us for our annual celebration of spring, featuring a variety of local artisans, restaurants, and craftspeople, as well as music and dancing! As we approach the fair, this page will be your hub for vendor information, volunteer opportunities, and updates.
what is the may fair?
From the days of parking lot fairs, to blocked-off side streets, the Chicago Waldorf May Fair has come a long way to its new home in Nora's Sun and Moon Park.
Traditionally celebrated by Waldorf schools throughout the world, the May Fair is a daylong seasonal festival marking spring. We welcome the school and Andersonville community to celebrate together.
This outdoor festival will feature live entertainment, local artisans and food vendors, and games and activities for families. The iconic centerpiece of all Waldorf May Fairs is the children’s Maypole dance, which will be performed at noon by the 4th grade with musical accompaniment from the 5th & 6th grades.
looking to volunteer?
Volunteering at May Fair is a wonderful way to support the school and create community connections. Whether you’re a musician, craftsperson, expert burger-flipper, or you’ve just got a pair of hands to lend, we’d love your support!
8th, 9th, 10th & 12th grade families & students
Early Childhood Families
Please select the group that best reflects your student in Early Childhood.
**Rising Stars: Early Childhood students entering 1st grade Fall 2024.
Rising Star Early Childhood Families
(Leaving EC for 1st Grade)
Early Childhood Families
(except Rising Stars**)
stay up to date
News of the Fair is the best way to stay informed about volunteer needs, vendor updates, and other fair previews. Check back each week for more news!
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Volunteer!
The May Fair depends on the support of volunteers to make it magical! Volunteering is also a wonderful way to make new friends in the community!
Parent Volunteers
Parents are invited to volunteer for a variety of activities based on your child's grade level. We encourage each family to sign up for a shift!
Student Volunteers
Students in grades 9, 10, and 12 are invited to volunteer for Steiner's Diner! Students in grade 11 are invited to volunteer for the Wellington Tea with their Rising Star buddies!
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Wellington Tea
What used to be called the Kindergarten Tea has been renamed to honor the person who started it all, Ms. Wellington! May Fair attendees are invited to one of our Early Childhood classrooms for tea and scones, served by our very own Rising Stars (with some loving support from our 11th graders, who will be their buddies next year!). If you've ever spent time in our Early Childhood classrooms, you know what a warm and cozy environment it is - the perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea!
WARNING: This commodity is as hot as the tea, so be sure to look out for tickets, which will be on sale soon!
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Saturday, May 11th | 10am-3pm
(Rain Plan: Indoors!)
Open to the publicFeaturing:
Handmade & organic goods for sale from local vendors
Food & fresh-baked items from local restaurants
Tie-dying & crafts
Games and activities
Live music
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What is the May Fair?
From the days of parking lot fairs, to blocked-off side streets, the Chicago Waldorf May Fair has come a long way to its new home in Nora's Sun and Moon Park.
Traditionally celebrated by Waldorf schools throughout the world, the May Fair is a daylong seasonal festival marking spring. We welcome the school and Andersonville community to celebrate together.
This outdoor festival will feature live entertainment, local artisans and food vendors, and games and activities for families. The iconic centerpiece of all Waldorf May Fairs is the children’s Maypole dance, which will be performed at noon by the 4th grade with musical accompaniment from the 5th & 6th grades.
This year will also feature the return of the much-loved photo booth, so get your goofy poses ready!
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Parent Volunteers
Volunteering is a wonderful way to make new friends in the community! Parents are encouraged to volunteer for activities based on your child's grade level. Opportunities will be made available soon!