The Chicago Tea Festival is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating an immersive educational experience for tea lovers of all levels. Our mission is to celebrate the diverse cultures and traditions of the tea world, fostering a sense of community and belonging. The festival is designed to inspire curiosity and promote engagement with tea in all its forms. We invite everyone to join us.

Our festival is a unique gathering of tea lovers, fanatics, providers, and consumers, organized and staffed by volunteers from diverse backgrounds. Over two days, we provide ample opportunities to discuss, dissect, taste, debate, amplify, and reduce tea to its basic element. Festival attendees are presented with a number of opportunities to sample dozens of teas provided by vendors and participate in focused tea tastings. They can also engage in workshops and presentations on tea to expand their knowledge, experience, and enjoyment of this wonderful beverage.