Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music
Chicago Jazz Festival
Aug. 28 – 31, 2025 Free admission • Millennium Park The oldest of Chicago’s free lakefront music festivals, the Chicago Jazz Festival boasts an incredibly…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.
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10 Chicago businesses that give back
Chicago’s local businesses do more than fuel the economy — they drive meaningful change. From eco-friendly initiatives to job training programs, these purpose-driven enterprises uplift…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Taste of Chicago
Sept. 5 – 7, 2025 Free admission • Grant Park and citywide The 45th annual Taste of Chicago is bringing some of the city’s most…
Free & cheap, Museums & art
Free museum days in Chicago
Experience Chicago’s award-winning museums without spending a dime. Check out our ever-growing list of Chicago free museum days in 2025, plus a few museums that…
LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ nightlife in Chicago: gay and lesbian bars, clubs, and more
Chicago’s nightlife is a lot like the city itself — inclusive, diverse, and welcoming to all. It’s also a whole lot of fun. Our gay…
Architecture & history, Blog
An architecture and design tour of Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood and beyond
This tour is more than a visual journey — it’s an architectural love letter to the historic Bronzeville neighborhood from hospitality designer Cecilia Cuff. Cecilia…
Architecture & history, Blog, Special events
How to celebrate Women’s History Month in Chicago
March is dedicated to honoring the remarkable contributions of women throughout history, and Chicago is the perfect place to celebrate. From engaging events to delicious…
Special events
Your guide to the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) 2025
Pop culture fans, assemble! The 2025 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) is around the corner. Now in its 15th year, this year’s convention will…
Blog, Dining, Nightlife
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2025 at these Chicago bars and restaurants
St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago is a celebration like no other. With a substantial Irish population — and one of the biggest city-wide St. Patrick’s…
Blog, Theater & dance
Chicago theatre recommendations: 11 shows not to miss in 2025
The soul of Chicago can be found on the city’s stages. Our dynamic theatre scene is home to cutting-edge storefronts, Tony Award-winning companies, exciting pre-Broadway…
Blog, Dining
10 Black-owned coffee shops in Chicago to visit during Black History Month and beyond
February marks Black History Month, an annual tradition originally born in Chicago. And what better way to celebrate than to cozy up with a steaming…
Tours & attractions
Your guide to spring break 2025 in Chicago
In the springtime, Chicago lives up to its official city motto Urbs In Horto — “City in a Garden.” Our countless parks, green spaces, and…
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