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Things to do in Chicago in the summer
There’s nothing quite like summer in Chicago. It’s a time of year when the city truly shines, making it the perfect time to get out…
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Festivals & special events
Chicago festival and event guide 2026
Every season is festival season in Chicago. Each month brings a packed line-up of special events celebrating food, music, culture, art, history, and beyond. Choose…
Entertainment, Festivals & special events
Chicago film festivals and events
Chicago has a long and illustrious cinematic history. In the early 1900s, Chicago was home to the famous Essanay Studios in the early 1900s, which…
Sports & recreation
Chicago Sky basketball
When the Chicago Sky get rolling, the whole city can feel it — no forecast required. Walk into Wintrust Arena and you’ll feel it immediately:…
Festivals & special events, Music
Lollapalooza Chicago guide: lineup, schedule, tickets, and more
July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026 Grant Park Each year, thousands of fans travel from around the world to experience Lollapalooza in Chicago. Those lucky…
Sports & recreation
Chicago White Sox baseball
In a city where every team has to prove itself, the Chicago White Sox have done it the hard way — with a fan base…
Sports & recreation
Chicago Cubs baseball
Chicago wears its sports pride like a badge of honor, and nowhere is that spirit louder than when the Chicago Cubs are playing. The Major…
Food & drink, Tours & attractions
Chicago craft brewery itineraries: Pilsen and Bridgeport
There’s always something cool happening in Pilsen and Bridgeport on the southwest side. These distinct neighborhoods — from a vibrant, Hispanic enclave known for its…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink, Music
Windy City Smokeout
July 8 – 12, 2026 United Center parking lot Country music, barbecue, and craft beer — it’s hard to think of a better way to…
Family, Food & drink
Kid-friendly restaurants in Chicago
Chicago has plenty of dining options for everyone, so picky eaters and parents alike can find something they love. Along with an abundance of family-friendly…
Sports & recreation
Chicago Bears football
For generations, Chicago’s sports scene has pulsed with unmatched grit and glory — and the legendary Chicago Bears exemplify that spirit. Immortalized as “Da Bears”…
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Things to do in Chicago in the spring
What’s spring like in Chicago? Tulips bloom along iconic Michigan Avenue, cherry blossoms fill the Japanese garden in Jackson Park, and the Lakefront Trail fills…
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