Shopping and fashion
Shop at these top Chicago vintage and craft markets
Those looking for unique shopping in Chicago can find a packed schedule of markets popping up across the city all year-round, from historic flea markets…
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Food & drink
Vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Chicago for a meat-free meal
When it comes to dining out, vegetarians are often left with limited options. But not in Chicago. The city has always been known for its…
Articles, Bucket list
Things to do in Chicago in the summer
There’s nothing quite like summer in Chicago. All season long, you can play beach volleyball on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, kayak through a…
Holidays
Fourth of July in Chicago
The Fourth of July is one of the best times to experience summer in Chicago, and it’s the perfect excuse to spend a long weekend…
Festivals & special events, Music, Parks & outdoors
Millennium Park Summer Music Series
June 26 – Aug. 7, 2025 Free admission • Millennium Park The Millennium Park Summer Music Series offers free outdoor concerts in downtown Chicago, showcasing…
Family, Itineraries
Top Chicago must-dos with teens or tweens
One thing teens and tweens will never call Chicago is boring. Whether they’re thrill-seekers, explorers, artists, shopaholics or knowledge hounds, these 10 must-dos will have…
Entertainment, Festivals & special events, Parks & outdoors
Millennium Park Summer Film Series
July 1 – Aug. 26, 2025 Free admission • Millennium Park Every summer in Chicago, visitors and locals flock to the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in…
Articles, Festivals & special events, Shopping and fashion
Maxwell Street Market
May 18 – Oct. 5, 2025 Free admission • Maxwell Street between Halsted Street and Union Avenue Maxwell Street Market is Chicago’s oldest market, with…
Bucket list
The ultimate Chicago bucket list
There are so many ways you can do Chicago — and if you’re going for the first time, you’ll want to hit up all the…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago Gourmet
Sept. 25 – 28, 2025 Harris Theater Rooftop • Millennium Park Welcome to Chicago Gourmet, one of the country’s most distinguished food festivals. Each year,…
Food & drink
What to eat in Chicago: 20+ must-try dishes
Chicago has earned a reputation as one of our nation’s top culinary capitals. And, no wonder — food is an integral part of our city’s…
Theatre & performing arts
Discover Chicago dance
Chicago has been an innovative force on the dance scene for more than 100 years. The city rocked the dance world in the 1920s when…
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