While the official start of summer is still a few weeks away, there are plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the warmer weather. With a variety of outdoor recreational options and seemingly endless list of street fairs and festivals to choose from, Chicago’s neighborhoods are already bustling with activity. Here are five events you won’t want to miss this month:

Chicago Farmers Market Season Starts May 15 Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St.

Browse an assortment of fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers at the official kick-off of the Farmers Market season.

Chicago Beach Season Starts May 23 Be one of the first to take a dip in Lake Michigan when the citys public beaches open for the season.

Soldier Field 10 Mile May 24, 7 a.m Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive

Lace up your running shoes for this 10-mile race down Lake Shore Drive, featuring a pass through the players tunnel and memorable finish at the 50-yard line. Show up at 6:45 a.m. to catch the Kids Blitz, or stick around for live music and a free beer at the post-race tailgate party.

Chicago Memorial Day Parade May 24, 12 p.m.

Honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. A wreath laying ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. at the Eternal Flame on Daley Plaza, followed by a parade that will step off at noon and proceed south on State Street from Lake to Van Buren.

Bike the Drive May 25, 5:30 p.m. (earliest start time)

Join 20,000 bikers for nearly five hours of riding time on a vehicle-free Lake Shore Drive, followed by a post-ride festival in Grant Park featuring food, live music and booths with a variety of gear and apparel.

Visit the Choose Chicago site for a complete list of events taking place in the city during the month of May. And if you’re considering renting or buying a home in Chicago this spring, be sure to visit our neighborhood page or connect with one of our experienced Related Realty brokers to discover all that Chicago real estate has to offer!