Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago’s James Beard Award winners
Chicago is proud to be home to over 50 James Beard Awards winners, honoring the very best of Chicago’s acclaimed dining scene. Throughout the years,…
Articles
Articles, Holidays
Your guide to Chicago’s Arts in the Dark parade
The annual Arts in the Dark parade channels Chicago’s artistic spirit into a one-of-a-kind Halloween celebration. Packed with creative expression and spooky spectacle, Arts in…
Shopping and fashion
Luxury shopping in Chicago’s Gold Coast 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…
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…
Food & drink, Nightlife
Toast to Chicago’s best cocktail bars
From the first pour to final toast, the top Chicago cocktail bars deliver a masterclass in mood and mixology. At these must-visit spots, the handcrafted…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music
Chicago SummerDance
Free admission • Grant Park and parks citywide Enjoy live music and dancing on an open-air dance floor during the annual Chicago SummerDance festival. This…
Museums & art
Explore natural history at the Field Museum in Chicago
The Field Museum is one of the world’s great natural history museums. This revered Chicago institution explores everything from ancient cultures to the latest scientific…
Articles, Museums & art
Free museums in Chicago
There are boundless opportunities to learn and explore at free museums in Chicago, from awe-inspiring art galleries to fascinating science exhibits to interactive hands-on experiences.…
Museums & art, Tours & attractions
20+ free things to do in Chicago year-round
Want to do Chicago on the cheap? There are tons of free museums, cultural attractions, and things to do all over the city. Get a…
Food & drink
Chicago rooftop bars and restaurants
These Chicago rooftop bars and restaurants boast delicious menus, refreshing cocktails, and (most importantly) stunning views of the city’s skyline, waterfronts, and beyond. Best of…
Museums & art
10 cultural heritage museums to explore in Chicago
Polish, Mexican, African, Puerto Rican, Asian, Swedish, and Ukrainian cultures, among others, have contributed to Chicago’s vibrant history and unique personality, creating a city that…
Museums & art
Explore Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium
At the Shedd Aquarium, the world’s waters come alive. From awe-inspiring sharks and colorful corals at Wild Reef to the tropical wonders at Amazon Rising,…
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