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CAKE 2026
CAKE 2026

Sat, May 02

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Irish American Heritage Center

CAKE 2026

Chicago’s Indie Comics Playground

Time & Location

May 02, 2026, 11:00 AM – May 03, 2026, 5:00 PM

Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Ave UNIT 301, Chicago, IL 60630, USA

About the event

We’re a piece of CAKE (Chicago Alternative Comics Expo), a weekend celebrating independent comics, artists, and creative community. Stop by Table #106 to meet Project Onward artists, explore original work, and connect with us throughout the festival.


Build-a-Beast Workshop

Join artists Bill Douglas, Mariah Smith, and Noon Slaps for a fun, drop-in drawing session where we’ll create wild creatures, serpents, and monsters together. All materials provided, no experience needed, just bring your imagination. No sign up needed.

Sunday, May 3 | 12:30–1:30 PM

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Project Onward is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that seeks to promote art as a powerful tool for understanding and valuing the real and potential contributions of our national population with disabilities.

Project Onward provides equitable access along with diversity to create a more inclusive environment for its employees, board, volunteers, and artists accessibility to thrive in a space that promotes creativity and growth.

©2026 by Project Onward

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Chicago, IL 60609

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