Thu, May 14
|Grand Crossing Park
Community STARS Final Showcase: Youth Changemakers in Action
An inspiring evening led by youth, for the community where ideas turn into real impact.
Time & Location
May 14, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Grand Crossing Park, 7655 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA
About the event
Over the past 10 weeks, young people from across Chicago’s South Side have come together to do more than just participate they’ve built something real.
Through Chicago Emerging Stars’ Community STARS: Youth Changemakers Lab, youth have identified pressing issues in their communities, developed solutions, and worked collaboratively to design initiatives focused on mental health, violence prevention, youth voice, and access to resources.
Now, it’s time to share that work.
Join us for an unforgettable evening that centers Music • Community • Impact, where youth will take the stage to present their ideas, their projects, and the change they are working to create in their own neighborhoods.
This is not just a showcase, it's a reflection of what happens when young people are given the space, support, and opportunity to lead.