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The world’s largest Starbucks is now open in Chicago
Coffee lovers rejoice — the long-awaited Starbucks Reserve Roastery is now open on The Magnificent Mile. The massive five-story location occupies more than 35,000 square…
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Winter guide to Chicago’s Millennium Park
Winter is a magical time to visit Millennium Park. This iconic lakefront park in the heart of the city is home to some of Chicago’s…
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…
Theater & dance
Get ready for Chicago Theatre Week 2020
Save the date for 10 days of discounted tickets to some of Chicago’s hottest shows. Chicago Theatre Week, presented by the League of Chicago Theatres…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Family, Museums, Sponsored
Discover the Art Institute of Chicago
Founded in 1879, the Art Institute of Chicago is one of the world’s great art museums, housing an extraordinary collection of objects from across places,…
Dining, Festivals
Chicago food & drink events this month
Chicago is a foodie’s dream. Each month, there’s a new batch of food and drink events that offer a taste of the city’s scorching-hot culinary…
Free & cheap
10 free things to do in Chicago this month
You don’t need to reach for your wallet to get your fill of culture and fun in Chicago. Here are 10 free things to do…
Theater & dance
10 hot shows to see in Chicago this month
With more than 250 companies, Chicago is known across the world for its innovative and vibrant live theatre scene. Add a performance (or two!) to…
Dining, Festivals, Free & cheap, Special events
What to eat, drink, and do at Christkindlmarket Chicago
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 Plaza…
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50+ things to do this November in Chicago
November is the perfect time to visit Chicago. You can still get all the benefits of autumn (like milder temps and gorgeous fall colors), while…
Museums
10 must-see Chicago museum exhibits this month
Chicago’s internationally renowned museums have a packed schedule of highly anticipated exhibits throughout the year. Looking for the top ones to check out this month?…
Blog, Family, Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Holidays, Special events
Your guide to The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival 2019
The holiday season is always an exciting time in Chicago. With countless events across multiple neighborhoods, there are so many ways to celebrate. One event…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Nightlife
Warhol in Chicago: 7 spots for pop art cocktails, immersive experiences, and more
The blockbuster Andy Warhol exhibit has landed in Chicago, and the whole city is getting in on the celebration of one of the world’s most…
Architecture & history, Sponsored, Tours & attractions
Delve into Frank Lloyd Wright’s groundbreaking Chicago-area designs
While in Chicago, experience Wright’s architectural vision of unity, simplicity, and beauty, which launched a truly American architecture style at the beginning of the 20th…
Dining, Special events
Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago
Thanksgiving is supposed to be about food and family. But between all the cooking and cleaning, the family part tends to fall by the wayside.…
Arts, culture & entertainment
Inside Hebru Brantley’s new interactive experience in Pilsen
If you’ve ever walked around Chicago, you’ve probably spotted Hebru Brantley’s work. And Flyboy, the aviator-goggle-wearing character dreamed up by the contemporary artist and Chicago…
Hotels, Sponsored
24 hours in Chicago
Only have 24 hours to spend in Chicago? Although you can’t do the entire city in one day, you can fit in many of the…
Architecture & history, Museums, Sponsored
Explore the Chicago Architecture Center
There’s no better place to learn about our city’s amazing architecture than at the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC), housed in a stunning building overlooking the…
Special events
Where to celebrate Day of the Dead in Chicago
You can experience Mexican influences all over Chicago, from the taquerias and tamale carts in Little Village to the colorful murals in Pilsen and beyond.…
Special events
7 movies not to miss during the Chicago International Film Festival
From Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to High Fidelity and The Sting, Chicago has played host to an impressive range of classic movies. Last year, more…
Hotels, Sponsored
Experience Chicago’s Best Western River North Hotel
With a prime downtown Chicago location, the Best Western River North Hotel puts visitors just steps from some of the city’s best attractions, shopping, dining,…
Nightlife, Special events
Halloween parties at Chicago restaurants & bars
Halloween in Chicago is just around the corner. That means pumpkin patches, trick or treating, haunted houses and most of all — Halloween parties. Chicago’s…
Architecture & history, Special events
Open House Chicago: 9 places to explore
Open House Chicago is a free, public architecture festival that opens up the coolest buildings in the city for one weekend a year. Mark your…
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Experience the inaugural Black Fine Art Month in Chicago
The inaugural Black Fine Art Month kicks off in Chicago this October. The month, a global celebration of the Black art aesthetic and tradition, will…
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