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Chicago SummerDance
July 15 – Aug. 29, 2026 Free admission • Grant Park and parks citywide Enjoy live music and dancing on an open-air dance floor during…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Architecture & history, Neighborhoods
A tour through Chicago’s historic Kenwood neighborhood: Obama family home and beyond
It’s time to take another trip through one of Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods to explore some rich history, sites, and, of course, enjoy some delicious food.…
Blog, Special events
Things to do in Chicago this weekend
Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all…
Blog, Neighborhoods, Tours & attractions
Things to do in downtown Chicago
Visitors can experience Chicago’s famous hallmarks — architecture, culture, and the lakefront — throughout its historic downtown. As the dynamic heart of the city, downtown…
Blog, Sponsored
Airport art scavenger hunt: Chicago’s airports are more museum than you think
When most travelers think about airport activities, “exploring world-class art” probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But at Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and…
Free & cheap, Special events
Where to watch the Chicago Air and Water Show
The Chicago Air and Water Show is one of the city’s most spectacular and beloved summer traditions. First held in 1959, this lakefront spectacle has…
Blog, Special events
Bud Billiken Parade 2026: Experience Chicago’s legendary South Side tradition
The Bud Billiken Parade 2026 steps off Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Bronzeville, ending with a…
Museums & art, Tours & attractions
Explore Chicago’s Museum Campus South
A treasure trove of Chicago’s must-see museums, all in one breathtaking setting. Chicago’s Museum Campus South is one of the city’s most vibrant cultural areas,…
Sports & recreation
Chicago Bulls basketball
The Chicago Bulls arrived on the court in 1966 and promptly found their footing in Chicago’s sports scene. Their legacy includes back-to-back-to-back championships, epic playoff…
Museums & art
Walk through space and time at Adler Planetarium
Welcome to the Adler Planetarium, the first planetarium in the Western Hemisphere. Extending out into Lake Michigan from its Museum Campus home, Chicago’s historic planetarium…
Blog, Neighborhoods
6 disability-owned Chicago businesses to check out during Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month, honoring the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by recognizing the legacy, leadership, and lived experiences of the disability…
Sports & recreation
Chicago Blackhawks hockey
Founded in 1926, the Chicago Blackhawks have seen eras shift, rosters turn over, and the skyline change, but the team’s place in Chicago’s sports culture…
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