FULL MOON JAM 2026 HALLOWEEN PARADES
AUGUST PALMISANO RECAP
Photo by: Stone Watters
We want to thank everyone for adapting to the last-minute change to Palmisano Park. We had a wonderful group of volunteers who showed up early, followed by a beautiful and epic Jam. Everyone was kind and respectful, and the eclipse was the perfect finale for a wonderful night. We have all become very fond of Palmisano Park, and find that the smaller Jams feel more powerful and intimate, and reminiscent of the Jams from many Moons ago.
Unfortunately, we found quite a lot of trash after the Jam during post-event clean-up: small plastics, cigarette butts, twist ties, etc. We want to ask for everyone’s support in ensuring our events Leave No Trace. Let’s aim to be better next month!
The alderman and surrounding neighbors have also requested that all drumming end at 10:30pm, which is a fair request since it is a weekday. We want to continue to gather here for many years to come and need aldermanic support to do so, so please be sure to clean up and exit the park when it closes at 11:00pm.
We look forward to seeing you all there again on Monday, September 28th!!
HALLOWEEN PARADES!
Photo by: Stone Watters
We are thrilled to announce that the Full Moon Jam will be participating in the upcoming Halloween Parades next month and hope to see you all there!
THE ARTS IN THE DARK Halloween Parade will be on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24th. This year, we will be walking north on Columbus Street (between Balbo and Jackson).
For schedule and details, visit:
https://artsinthedark.com/
THE HAUNTED HALSTED Halloween Parade will be on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31st, starting at Halsted and Belmont and walking north (between Aldine & Waveland).
For schedule and details, visit:
www.hauntedhalsted.com
Both parades will start around 6:00pm and end by 9:30pm.
FMJ Fire Performers, Drummers, Banner Holders, Guardians, LED performers, and Photographers interested in participating in the parades can sign up here:
https://forms.gle/g4bVkukeEeUoFcrg9
All participating performers must have taken a Level 1 fire safety training and attend our Parade training on Sunday, October 18th. Please read the sign-up form for more details!
CHICAGO JUGGLING CLUB
Are you looking to learn a new skill? Or perhaps you are already a seasoned juggler and are looking for a community! Come to Chicago Juggling Club!
All ages and skill levels are welcome. There are many people at Juggling Club who love to teach, and it is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the community, learn new juggling skills, and make new friends!
What can you expect? A community of open-minded jugglers and flow artists who love to juggle, share, and spend time together. No worries if you don't have props! Please just bring yourself…jugglers love to share their props! The most important thing is that you come with a willingness to learn and a can-do attitude.
Please note that this is a sober event (no smoking, vaping, drugs, or alcohol). Guardians should accompany any minors who are attending.
Juggling Club meets twice a week on Mondays and Thursday evenings.
For more information and locations, you can sign up for weekly email updates HERE!
