The Chicago pizza summit returns after a three-year hiatus

Chicago is famously known as a deep-dish pizza city, but there are many different types to choose from. Chicago pizza lovers can find Detroit, Sicilian, New York, Roman, and Neapolitan styles of pizza throughout the city. The Pizza Summit brings together different restaurants under one roof, with each location showcasing its best pizza.

Pizza aficionados, both young and old, will be able to celebrate this iconic dish. Some of the chefs will serve it up by the slice, while others will present their unique twist by sharing a type of pizza-inspired cuisine. Participating restaurants include Professor Pizza, Gino's East, Bacci, Dimo's, Connie's, Five Star, and Paper Plane Pizza, to name a few. This year, the fest will include a giardiniera station provided by Caruso's Provisions and a salad bar from Kooshy's croutons. There will also be an exclusive collaboration making its debut at the event between Professor Pizza and Gino's East.

Attendees will be treated to special guest host Auggie, a 2x Home Run Inn Contest Winner, Feats of Feasts Foodie, and slice connoisseur. Other fun activities include the ultimate pizza photo booth experience, a pizza tattoo parlor, a pizza-themed best-dressed contest, a DJ and a Chicago pizza pop-up art showcase.

There's even a chance for fans to win free pizza for one year. Select proceeds from the event will benefit the local non-profit Doughnate Pizza- Where Dough Does Good.

Tickets for this year’s event are $65 for adults and child tickets (under 21) will be $50. Little pizza lovers aged four and under will be free. Tickets include all the pizza fun listed above, unlimited pizza tastings, five drink tokens, and a commemorative plate to remember your cheesy time. To purchase tickets, please visit bucketlisters.com