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Taste of Chicago 2022: neighborhood pop-up events and more

Taste of Chicago is one of the city’s signature summer events, offering fest-goers a chance to sample some of Chicago’s best bites all in one…

Published on June 10, 2022 by Choose Chicago

Blog, Dining, Food & drink, Sponsored

Chi-Town goes spy town!

Make like a spy and discover SafeHouse Chicago, hidden behind a mysterious red door at 60 E. Ontario St. in the heart of River North.…

Special events

How to celebrate Pride Month 2022 in Chicago

June in Chicago is spectacular for many reasons — the beaches are open on our sparkling lakefront, bustling patios fill with restaurant-goers, and festival season…

Published on May 27, 2022 by Courtney Vondran

Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Sponsored

Experience Immersive Frida Kahlo and Immersive Van Gogh

The fascinating Immersive Frida Kahlo is the newest immersive art installation on view at Lighthouse ArtSpace at Germania Place. The exhibit is presented by Lighthouse…

Architecture & history, Blog, Special events

How to celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago

Chicago wouldn’t be the world-class city it is today without a long line of influential African Americans, from Jean Baptiste Point du Sable and Ida…

Published on May 24, 2022 by Courtney Sprewer

Blog, Special events

5 reasons to experience the U.S. Sail Grand Prix Chicago at Navy Pier

For the first time, the United States Sail Grand Prix Chicago at Navy Pier brings adrenaline-fueled, action-packed racing to Lake Michigan, Chicago’s Skyline Stadium, on…

Published on May 18, 2022 by Choose Chicago

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. And they’re popping up all over Chicago, along with plenty of outdoor movie screenings…

Published on May 17, 2022 by Kelsey O'Connor

Blog, Parks & outdoors

Pick your adventure at The Forge: Lemont Quarries

Thrill seekers will want to make tracks to The Forge: Lemont Quarries, one of the largest outdoor adventure parks in the world. The year-round, 300-acre…

Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Festivals & special events

Celebrate the Year of Chicago Dance

The city has officially designated 2022 as the Year of Chicago Dance, presenting exciting performances and special dance events in venues all around town. This…