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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…

A rendering of the new Harry Potter Shop in Chicago

Shopping and fashion, Tours & attractions

The new Harry Potter Shop is now open in Chicago

Witches and wizards, grab your wands — the brand new Harry Potter Shop is now open in Chicago. The store opened to the public on…

Architecture & history, Festivals & special events

Open House Chicago

Free admission • Citywide One weekend. 25+ Chicago neighborhoods. 200+ places to explore. Open the door to architectural gems all over Chicago. Every October, the…

Food & drink

Outdoor dining: Chicago restaurants with great patios

There’s nothing like summertime in the city, when Chicago is overflowing with outdoor dining options. Looking for a secluded garden covered in romantic string lights?…

Panoramic view of Chicago and the Buckingham fountain at sunset in Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois

Articles, Hotels

Hotels near Grant Park in Chicago

One of Chicago’s largest and oldest green spaces, Grant Park is the crown jewel of the downtown lakefront. The park is home to some of…

Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music

Grant Park Music Festival

Free admission • Millennium Park Experience a Chicago summer tradition like no other. The Grant Park Music Festival, now in its 90th season, features an…

Architecture & history, Festivals & special events

Chicago Architecture Biennial

Sept. 19, 2025 – Feb. 28, 2026 Free admission • Chicago Cultural Center & citywide Experience the future of architecture at the 10th annual Chicago…

Festivals & special events, LGBTQ+

Chicago Pride: Your guide to Chicago Pride Parade, Pride Fest, and more

Chicago really knows how to party for Pride. Each June, the city is brimming with LGBTQ+ celebrations and events, including over-the-top street fests, exhilarating concerts,…