Arts, culture & entertainment, Special events
Top things to do for Valentine’s Day in Chicago
Valentine’s Day is a time to treat your sweetheart ― or yourself! ― to something special. Whether you’re looking for a laid-back activity (like a…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Dining, Holidays
35+ romantic spots for Valentine’s Day dinner in Chicago
The biggest date night of the year is coming up, and the city’s restaurants are pulling out all the stops so you and your date…
Festivals & special events, Music
Top summer music festivals in Chicago
Music lives large in Chicago, from our neighborhood streets and historic venues to downtown parks and our iconic lakefront. And Chicago’s iconic festival season brings…
Architecture & history, Tours & attractions
How to celebrate Black History Month in Chicago
The significance of Black history in Chicago has helped shape the city into a cultural and economic powerhouse. And there’s no better time to discover…
Blog, LGBTQ+, Nightlife, Special events
9 LGBTQIA+ Chicago Valentine’s Day ideas to celebrate queer love in 2025
Love is in the air — and so are glitter, candles, and cats. If you’re looking for something to do for Valentine’s Day in Chicago,…
Blog, Special events
Your guide to the Chicago Auto Show 2025
For car lovers, winter in Chicago can only mean one thing — the Chicago Auto Show. Whether you’re a first-time or an Auto Show veteran,…
Articles, Tours & attractions
Your guide to Chicago lake and river boat tours
One of the best ways to see Chicago is from the water. The city is home to two stunning waterfronts — the Chicago River and…
Tours & attractions
6 romantic spots to propose in Chicago
You’ve found “the one.” You’ve bought the ring. Now all you have to do is plan the perfect spot to ask that once-in-a-lifetime question. In…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music
Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Free admission • Millennium Park Gospel music has deep roots in Chicago. The Chicago Gospel Music Festival, one of the city’s free summer music festivals,…
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Discover the charm of Chicago’s North Shore
With convenient proximity to downtown Chicago and O’Hare International Airport, Chicago’s North Shore communities make the perfect base for travelers. Here, visitors are treated to…
Theater & dance
16 must-see shows during Chicago Theatre Week 2025
There’s no better time to experience the city’s vibrant theatre scene than Chicago Theatre Week. This highly anticipated event, now in its 13th year, offers…
Parks & outdoors
Explore The 606 elevated park and trail in Chicago
An abandoned railway has been given new life on Chicago’s northwest side. The 606 is a 2.7-mile elevated park and trail built on what was…
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