Music, Nightlife
Where to see live music, comedy, and more 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…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Take a walking tour of Chicago’s Kenwood neighborhood
Welcome to our new series of self-guided Chicago Greeter tours, presented by Bank of America. Each walking tour is created by a knowledgeable local to…
Free & cheap
Free things to do in Chicago all summer long
Want to get the most out of summer in Chicago — without breaking the bank? We’ve got your back. The city is full of free…
Special events
Father’s Day in Chicago: dining specials, events, and more.
Chicago has everything you need to celebrate all the dads in your life this Father’s Day. Enjoy a memorable meal out, cruise the Chicago River,…
Architecture & history, Neighborhoods, Sponsored
Take a walking tour of Chicago’s South Loop
Welcome to our new series of self-guided Chicago Greeter tours, presented by Bank of America. Each walking tour is created by a knowledgeable local to…
Blog, Special events
Outdoor wedding venues in Chicago
Planning to get married in Chicago? The city is filled with unique wedding venues, no matter what vibe you’re looking for on your big day.…
Blog, Hotels, Sponsored
Make memories at Graduate Evanston
If a trip to the college town of Evanston is on your radar, plan to stay at Graduate Evanston for a truly local experience. Located…
Blog, Hotels, Sponsored
Plan a Chicago weekend getaway with Hilton
Planning a road trip to Chicago? There’s a lot to see this fall and winter, so we’ve created a weekend itinerary full of the city’s…
Blog, Special events
Mother’s Day in Chicago: Your guide to gifts, dining, and events
This Mother’s Day, show the moms in your life how much they mean to you. Give the gift of quality time with tickets to a…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining, Music
24 hours in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood
One of the Chicago’s most colorful and culturally rich neighborhoods, Pilsen is known for its arts community, dining scene, and nightlife. The area’s first inhabitants…
Blog, Museums
What’s open: Chicago museums open now
Chicago’s diverse array of museums are a treasured part of the city’s cultural scene. Explore the museums open now and reopening soon in Chicago, and…
Blog, Hotels, Sponsored
Hilton is clean and ready for guests
As they begin to welcome more guests, hotels, restaurants, and attractions are focused on cleanliness. Hilton understands that expectations for cleaning and disinfection have changed.…
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