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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.…
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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…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Special events
Chicago Humanities Festival 2019: The full star-studded lineup
The Chicago Humanities Festival is back for its 30th anniversary — and this year it’s all about power. The annual fall festival, one of the…
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Celebrate summer with these free events at the Chicago Riverwalk
What: Chicago Riverwalk Season Celebration When: Monday, May 13 – Sunday, May 18, 2019 Where: Chicago Riverwalk between Lake Street and Lake Shore Drive What…
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Chicago Dance Month: 6 must-see events and shows
Salsa, rumba, or waltz your way into spring during the seventh annual Chicago Dance Month. Through the entire month of April, an array of cultural…
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Star Wars Celebration is coming to Chicago: Here’s what to expect
If you’re feeling a disturbance in the Force, it’s because there’s about to be thousands of voices crying out — in celebration. Star Wars Celebration…
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50+ things to do in Chicago this spring
You can feel spring coming from a mile away in Chicago. The minute the snow melts, the city starts buzzing with outdoor concerts, neighborhood street fests,…
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6 reasons to check out C2E2 in Chicago
The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (more commonly known as C2E2) makes a vibrant return to McCormick Place from March 22 – 24, 2019. The…
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2021 at these Chicago bars and restaurants
St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago is a celebration like no other. And the local bars and restaurant are getting in the Irish spirit with specials…
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6 things to do in Chicago on St. Patrick’s Day
At times, it can feel like Chicago is the most Irish city in the country. While apparently there are places with larger Irish populations, there’s…
Dining, Festivals, Special events
Come “Rock the Fork” at two of Chicago Gourmet’s new events
Food and music – they’re a fabulous pair, and “two of Chicago’s most beloved cultural institutions,” says Sam Toia, president and CEO of the Illinois…
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