Nightlife
10 holiday pop-up bars and experiences in Chicago
‘Tis the season for holiday pop-up bars. Some of Chicago’s favorite bars and restaurants have temporarily transformed their space into full-blown winter wonderlands. Expect over-the-top…
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Theater & dance
10 hot holiday shows to see in Chicago
Experience the magic of the holiday season with your favorite holiday theatre classics, concerts, and more! Live theatre is making its return to Chicago and…
Blog, Neighborhoods
Buena Park: the southern gateway of Uptown
A message from Sara Feigenholtz, Illinois State Senator
Blog, Special events
Things to do in Chicago this weekend
Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Sponsored
Ignite your sense of wonder at Dennis Watkins’ The Magic Parlour
When was the last time you were awestruck by wonder, whimsy, and wit? Or found yourself thinking maybe magic could be real? Escape from the…
Dining, Special events
Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago: dine-in and carry-out
Chicago is a dining destination 365 days a year, which means there are tons of amazing restaurants open on Thanksgiving. Pick a dine-in option to…
Neighborhoods
24 hours in Chicago’s Chinatown neighborhood
Chinatown is one of the most unique neighborhoods in Chicago. Easy to get to from downtown, the tight-knit community has been at this current location…
Blog, Special events
Thanksgiving weekend in Chicago: Top things to do
There’s more to Thanksgiving weekend than eating turkey. Besides a delicious Thanksgiving dinner, there are tons of things to do in Chicago during the holiday…
Festivals, Festivals & special events, Special events
Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade
Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021 It’s turkey time! The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off the holiday season with a fun-filled morning in the heart of…
Dining
Hot chocolate spots to warm up a Chicago winter
The best way to stay warm during a Chicago winter? Lots of hot chocolate. It’s the perfect pit stop during a day of exploring the…
Free & cheap
10 free things to do in Chicago this November
You don’t need to reach for your wallet to get your fill of fun things to do in Chicago. Here are 10 of our favorite…
Blog, Special events
50+ things to do in Chicago this November
November in Chicago is a magical time, as the leaves start to fall, festive decorations begin to appear, and holiday events fill up our social…
Dining, Festivals, Special events
What to eat, drink, and buy at Christkindlmarket Chicago 2021
Christkindlmarket has been a holiday tradition in Chicago since 1996. Modeled after the 16th century holiday markets in Germany, the annual Christmas bazaar in Daley…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Family, Sponsored, Tours & attractions
A wondrous world awaits! — The Dr. Seuss Experience
Step into the pages of Dr. Seuss like never before as you explore nine iconic Dr. Seuss books brought to life at The Dr. Seuss…
Architecture & history, Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Sponsored, Tours & attractions
Romanticism to Ruin: Two Lost Works of Sullivan and Wright
The fascinating exhibit Romanticism to Ruin: Two Lost Works of Sullivan and Wright is on view through Dec. 18 at Wrightwood 659 in Lincoln Park.…
Blog, Neighborhoods, Special events
Day of the Dead in Chicago: a celebration of (after) life
Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, is a tradition that has been practiced for more than 3,000 years in Mexican…
Nightlife, Special events
Chicago Halloween parties 2021: spooky parades, pop-up bars, costume parties, and more
Whether you’re in search of a fright or want to bring your best costume ideas to life, Chicago has a ton of one-of-a-kind events to…
Special events, Tours & attractions
11 of Chicago’s most haunted places
Chicago is a city with history — a whole lot of history. So it’s hardly surprising that it’s also a city with ghosts — a…
Architecture & history, Special events
Open House Chicago 2021: 11 architecture sites not to miss
Have you ever walked by a building and thought “I wonder what that looks like inside?” Maybe it’s the old-school brewery in your neighborhood or…
Blog, Special events
Chicago voted Best Big City in the U.S. for the fifth year in a row
During the past year and a half, we’ve truly missed welcoming millions of visitors to our amazing city. But Chicago has always been a place…
Blog, Family, Festivals & special events, Holidays, Special events
Your guide to The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival 2021
The holiday season in Chicago is always an exciting time. With countless events across multiple neighborhoods, there are so many ways to celebrate. One event…
Blog, Special events
Your guide to fall activities in Chicago
Chicago has something to offer every season of the year, but fall is particularly magical. The leaves turn golden in Millennium Park, a crisp breeze…
Blog, Neighborhoods
Take a walking tour of Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood
The historic Pullman neighborhood is the first and only National Monument and unit of the National Park System in the city of Chicago.
Architecture & history, Special events
Chicago Architecture Biennial 2021: 6 things to see and do
Architecture can be so much more than the decoration to our cities. It can be a symbol of history, growth, and hope, or even inequality.…
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