Blog, Dining
Now open: New restaurants in Chicago
While this year has been a hard one for the restaurant industry, there’s still some bright spots for the local dining scene. New restaurants and…
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Chicago staycation ideas for families, couples, and more
Want to get away without actually leaving town? A local staycation is a great way to explore your own city — you can revisit old…
Free & cheap
10 free things to do in Chicago this August
You don’t need to reach for your wallet to get your fill of culture and fun in Chicago. Here are free things to do in…
Blog, Free & cheap, Special events
Outdoor and drive-in movies in Chicago
Remember drive-in movies? The old-school open-air theatres are having a renaissance, since staying in your car is a great way to get out while social…
Music, Nightlife
Where to see live music & comedy this summer in Chicago
Looking to get your live event fix? Chicago concerts and comedy are making a comeback. Many of the city’s most famed venues are opening back…
Blog, Museums
Chicago museums open now and reopening soon
Chicago’s diverse array of museums are a treasured part of the city’s cultural scene, and they’ve been sorely missed the past few months. As the…
Theater & dance
10 hot Chicago shows to stream from home
While theatres in Chicago may still be dark, online there’s still plenty to see! Check out the hundreds of online performances, classes, podcasts, and workshops…
Blog, Special events
Taste of Chicago To Go 2020: Experience the food fest at home
The Taste of Chicago is one of the city’s signature summer events. While the massive food fest is on hold this year, you can still…
Special events
Chicago festivals: virtual and socially distanced events
Festival season in Chicago might look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you have to totally miss out on your favorite fests.…
Blog, Dining
Chicago restaurants now open for indoor dining
Note: Chicago restaurants can currently offer limited outdoor and indoor dining, but bars and breweries that don’t serve food may only offer outdoor seating. Check…
Blog, Special events
What’s open in Chicago
Chicago is open and ready to welcome visitors back to our amazing city. During this time, there’s nothing more important to us than your health…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining
The best Chicago picnic spots
Summer is picnic season in Chicago. While there are plenty of amazing restaurants with outdoor dining, sometimes nothing can beat an old-fashioned picnic in the…
Blog, Dining, Tours & attractions
Things to do in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood
Summer is the absolute best season to explore the Humboldt Park neighborhood. The vibrant area puts their Puerto Rican heritage on proud display, from the…
Blog, Dining
Now open: Chicago bars and breweries with outdoor seating
It’s time to raise a glass because Chicago’s bars and breweries are reopening for outdoor seating. That means you can soak up the summer sun…
Dining
Outdoor dining in Chicago: Patios and rooftops open right now
Patio season officially begins this week in Chicago. Restaurants all around the city are opening up their rooftops, gardens, and patios for diners to enjoy.…
Special events
How to celebrate Pride 2020 in Chicago
June in Chicago is spectacular for many reasons. And one of the major highlights is Pride. While the festivities look a little different this year,…
Special events
Father’s Day in Chicago: specials, grill kits, gifts, and more.
Chicago has everything you need to celebrate all the dads in your life this Father’s Day. Host a DIY whiskey tasting, treat dad to a…
Blog, Special events
What we miss most about Chicago
During the past few weeks at home, we’ve all had a lot of time to reflect — especially about the things we wish we could…
Special events
How to celebrate Memorial Day in Chicago at home
All Chicagoans know that there’s nothing better than summer in Chicago — and Memorial Day is the official start of the season. Even though we’re…
Blog, Special events
Mother’s Day 2020 in Chicago: Your guide to gifts and at-home dining options
This year might not be a typical Mother’s Day, but it’s never been a better time to show the people we care about how much…
Dining
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Chicago with takeout specials, margarita kits & more
Cinco de Mayo in Chicago might look a little different this year, but there’s no reason we can’t still celebrate at home. The city’s restaurants…
Dining
Chicago chefs share favorite recipes & cocktails to make at home
Chicago’s culinary scene is known for being as diverse as the city itself. On any given night, you can dine at a New Orleans-style tavern,…
Blog, Special events
Chicago social distancing checklist: Things to do at home
There’s never been more ways to experience Chicago from home. The city’s diverse array of museums, theatres, music venues, restaurants, boutiques, and more have taken…
Music
Experience Chicago music at home with online and live stream concerts
Chicago is a city with music in its DNA. We’re home to our own one-of-a-kind Chicago style sound, a sound that fills our neighborhood clubs,…
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