LGBTQ+, Tours & attractions
What to eat, drink, and do in Northalsted (aka Boystown)
Northalsted (also known as Boystown) is known around the world as the oldest official recognized gay neighborhood in the country.
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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10 things you shouldn’t miss at Chicago’s Millennium Park Campus
The Millennium Park Campus is the heart of Chicago. Locals and visitors alike gather here to picnic in the grass, cool off in the fountain,…
Tours & attractions
Here’s all the baby animals at Chicago zoos this summer
There’s been a baby boom at Chicago zoos this summer. The city’s newest residents are also some of its cutest, from rare newborn rhinos to…
Tours & attractions
2 Chicago-area Wright buildings named UNESCO World Heritage sites
The Chicagoland area is now home to two UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Robie House in Chicago’s Hyde Park and the Unity Temple in nearby…
Tours & attractions
3 Chicago pop-up museums to check out
The pop-up phenomenon has been taking Chicago by storm. These limited-edition experiences span almost every industry, from retail to restaurants to full-on museums. And the…
Festivals
Behind the smoke: Meet the Windy City Smokeout pitmasters
Chicago is known for our food scene, and that extends to our festivals. The annual Windy City Smokeout (July 12 –14) brings some of the world’s…
Itineraries, Parks & outdoors
2 days, 2 Chicago waterfronts
The waterfront is a center of life in Chicago. It’s where discoveries are made and adventures begin. Dedicate one day each to exploring the Chicago…
LGBTQ+, Nightlife
See Chicago’s burlesque, cabaret, and drag shows
Add a bit of glam to your night out on the town with Chicago’s premier burlesque and drag shows. From downtown to Northalsted (also known…
Food & drink, Shopping and fashion
Where to try classic Chicago candy and sweets
Got a sweet tooth? Chicago is the place to be. Once known as the candy capital of the world, our city is the birthplace of…
Museums & art
Explore natural history at the Field Museum
The Field Museum is a revered Chicago institution and one of the world’s great natural history museums. The immersive exhibits explore everything from ancient cultures…
Museums & art
Visit the Art Institute of Chicago
The renowned Art Institute of Chicago is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the country. The only museum in the world to…
Sports & recreation
Chicago sporting events this summer: 5 not to miss
Chicago is America’s best sports city, and this summer is the perfect time to experience it for yourself. The season is packed with world-class sports…
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