Food & drink, Tours & attractions
Chicago craft brewery itineraries: Ravenswood Corridor
An industrial stretch of Ravenswood has experienced a brewing renaissance in recent years. The corridor, which earned the nickname Malt Row, is home to a…
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Food & drink, Tours & attractions
Chicago craft brewery itineraries: West Loop and West Town
First, they were industrial areas. Then came the foodie scene. Now these hip neighborhoods are brewery hubs, too. Visit for that only-in-Chicago warehouse feel and…
Food & drink, Tours & attractions
Chicago craft brewing itineraries: Lincoln Park and Lakeview
These scenic waterfront neighborhoods are home to university students, young families, Cubs fans — and lots of great spots to drink beer. Explore the charming,…
Music, Nightlife
30 must-see Chicago live music venues
Mainstream pop, indie rock, hip hop, punk, blues, or jazz — no matter your musical taste, you’ll find it live in Chicago any night of…
Holidays, Tours & attractions
Chicago holiday tours
When Christmas comes around, Chicago lights up. There’s no shortage of glowing, glittering tours to take you around Chicago’s best holiday displays. Here are seven…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music, Theatre & performing arts
Chicago SummerDance
Check back for 2020 dates and information Free admission • Grant Park The annual SummerDance festival brings people of all ages and skill levels together…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago Gourmet
Sept. 25 – 27, 2020 Millennium Park Welcome to the city’s premier fine dining food festival. Chicago Gourmet, presented by Bon Appétit magazine, features a…
Architecture & history, Food & drink
Chicago’s historic Loop restaurants
Chicago’s downtown Loop has an abundance of great dining choices. And while there’s plenty of new and trending spots to choose from there’s also a…
Tours & attractions
Chicago bus, bike, and Segway tours
You can see Chicago from any angle: from high above in the sky, along the shores on a boat and on the ground with your…
Festivals & special events, Music, Special events
Chicago Jazz Festival
Aug. 28 – Sept. 6, 2020 Free admission • Millennium Park The oldest of Chicago’s free lakefront music festivals boasts an incredibly diverse lineup, which…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago Friday Night Flights
Chicago Friday Night Flights is back for our third season with an exciting lineup of local beer tastings that highlight the city’s dynamic craft brew…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Taste of Chicago
July 8 – 12, 2020 Free admission • Grant Park Welcome to the world’s largest free-admission outdoor food festival. The 40th annual lakefront extravaganza lets…
Festivals & special events
Taste of Chicago restaurants
Note: the below list is from 2019. Please check back for updated 2020 participating food vendors. Prepare yourself for one massive picnic. Taste of Chicago…
Theatre & performing arts
10 must-see Chicago neighborhood theatres
There are more than 250 theatre companies in the city hailed by London’s The Guardian as “the theatre capital of America.” That includes some of…
Food & drink, Nightlife, Sports & recreation
Chicago game day sports bars
Sports bars by Wrigley Field Head to Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood for all things Cubs. Check out gameday at Gallagher Way where ticket holders can enter…
Food & drink, Tours & attractions
Chicago craft brewery itineraries: Downtown and South Loop
Historic architecture and world-renowned cultural institutions aren’t the only things that define downtown Chicago. The heart of the city, made up of the Loop and…
Food & drink
Romantic restaurants in Chicago
Whether you’re on a first date or celebrating a milestone anniversary, our city is home to a restaurant that’s perfect for the occasion. Enjoy a…
Shopping and fashion
Shop at these top Chicago markets
From The Magnificent Mile to neighborhood boutiques, Chicago is a fashion forward city. We also have a full schedule of fashion and vintage markets popping…
Shopping and fashion
Luxury shopping in Chicago’s Oak Street district
They don’t call it the Gold Coast for nothing. This historic neighborhood, one of Chicago’s most affluent areas, is a popular destination for high-end shopping…
Shopping and fashion
Your Chicago State Street shopping guide
Chicago’s State Street is a one-stop spot for some of the city’s best shopping. Locals head here for the blocks on blocks of modern malls,…
Food & drink
Where to eat in Chicago: Classic Chicago restaurants
Chicago is home to thousands of restaurants, from fine dining to cheap eats to international fare and everything in between. So how do food-lovers decide…
Shopping and fashion
Shop Chicago souvenirs and gifts
Take a bit of our home to yours with a one-of-a-kind Chicago souvenir. For a truly special memento, check out our eclectic boutiques, specialty shops,…
Nightlife
Chicago nightclubs and lounges
Chicago has a long history as a city that knows how to party. After all, this is where house music (the ultimate dance genre) was…
Food & drink
Chicago breweries with incredible taprooms
A history-laden rising star in the world of craft beer, Chicago is the founding place of several craft breweries entrenched in tradition and local pride,…
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