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9 of Chicago’s most haunted places
Chicago is a city with history — a whole lot of history, dating back to before the city’s founding in 1837. So it’s hardly surprising…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Your guide to Chicago Live Festival 2026: the largest free performing arts fest in the Midwest
Chicago’s summer festival season may be winding down, but there’s still another standout event on the city’s cultural calendar — Chicago Live Festival at Navy…
Nightlife, Special events
Chicago Halloween bars, pop-ups, and parties 2026
There’s no better way to celebrate the spookiest time of year than by packing your calendar with haunted events, themed cocktails, and spine-chilling pop-ups —…
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Explore the universe at Chicago’s Adler Planetarium
At the lakefront Adler Planetarium, the night sky comes into sharp focus thanks to the largest publicly accessible telescope in Chicago. Through the popular Scopes…
Blog, Theater & dance
Your guide to fall theatre 2026 in Chicago: can’t-miss musicals, comedies, dramas, and more
Chicago is home to one of the country’s most exciting theatre scenes, from Tony Award-winning theatres and cutting-edge original productions to the latest Broadway hits…
Blog, Special events
Honor Mexican Independence Day in Chicago: events, cultural experiences, and more
Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood, often referred to as the “Mexico of the Midwest”, is a hub for the city’s vibrant Mexican culture, with colorful shopping,…
Blog, Hotels, Tours & attractions
Dog‑friendly guide to Chicago: a city built for you and your best friend
Chicago is one of the country’s most dog‑friendly cities, thanks to its mix of lakefront parks, welcoming patios, neighborhood breweries, and hotels that treat pups…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Dining, Special events
50+ Black-owned Chicago spots to check out for National Black Business Month
August is National Black Business Month, the perfect time to put a spotlight on Chicago’s wealth of Black-owned businesses. Chicago’s Black entrepreneurs are an integral…
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Always see something new at Lincoln Park Zoo
Whether you’ve visited once or a hundred times, Lincoln Park Zoo always offers more to discover. With new arrivals and births happening around the clock,…
Architecture & history, Neighborhoods
A tour through Chicago’s historic Kenwood neighborhood: Obama family home and beyond
It’s time to take another trip through one of Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods to explore some rich history, sites, and, of course, enjoy some delicious food.…
Blog, Neighborhoods, Tours & attractions
Things to do in downtown Chicago
Visitors can experience Chicago’s famous hallmarks — architecture, culture, and the lakefront — throughout its historic downtown. As the dynamic heart of the city, downtown…
Blog, Sponsored
Airport art scavenger hunt: Chicago’s airports are more museum than you think
When most travelers think about airport activities, “exploring world-class art” probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But at Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and…
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