Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. Chicago is fully reopened and there’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all over the city. This weekend, you can step inside cutting-edge art exhibits, catch a lakefront fireworks display, celebrate Juneteenth as it becomes a federal holiday, and so much more.
Check out just a few of the top things to do this weekend in Chicago, June 18 – 20.
The Obama Portraits
In summer 2021 , the Art Institute of Chicago welcomes two acclaimed portraits to its galleries: Kehinde Wiley’s painting of President Barack Obama and Amy…
Navy Pier fireworks
Navy Pier is back and resuming their beloved summer fireworks series! Catch the fireworks every Saturday in May.
Chinatown Lunch Tour
On our #1 TripAdvisor Rated Chinatown Adventure, you’ll enjoy seated dining at five restaurants and bakeries featuring upscale Chinese recipes while navigating Chicago’s historic Chinatown…
Urban Kayak tours
Explore the Chicago River or lakefront on these kayaking tours for all levels. Choose from historic tours, sunset tours, fireworks tour, and more.
Human + Nature at Morton Arboretum
The Morton Arboretum’s next major exhibition, Human+Nature by internationally renowned sculpture artist Daniel Popper of South Africa, will highlight the deep connections between people and trees. Five large-scale, 20- to 26-foot-tall sculptures will be featured amid the Arboretum’s magnificent and mature tree collections. Human+Nature will be included with Arboretum admission.
Art on theMART
Join us on the Chicago Riverwalk nightly at 8:30 & 9:00 p.m. to view the Spring 2021 Projection Program. Artwork includes the Adler Planetarium's Astrographics and a…
Yannis Tsarouchis: Dancing in Real Life
Wrightwood 659 is pleased to host the first U.S. exhibition devoted to the work of Yannis Tsarouchis (1910–1989), widely regarded as one of the greatest Greek painters of the…
The Northman Live Music Summer Series
The Northman Summer Music Series will run daily on our Pergola Stage, Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. The FREE live music series by the…
Gateway to the West Loop Food Tour
On our #1 TripAdvisor Rated Gateway To The West Loop Food Tour, you’ll experience an impressive introduction and subsequent deep dive into the West Loop’s…
Juneteenth Observance
Free event and open to the public Juneteenth Observance - - a time to CELEBRATE, EDUCATE, and REDEDICATE. City Clerk Anna Valencia will emcee, Treasurer…
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes celebrates Marvel history with more than 300 artifacts including original comic book pages, sculptures, interactive displays and costumes and props…
Immersive Art Space LP presents Immersive Van Gogh
Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago, a new venue within Chicago’s recently renovated landmark Germania Club Building, will open Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 with the U.S. premiere of…
Downtown Interior Architecture Walking Tour (“The World Within”)
Did you know that the #1-ranked tour in Chicago out of 340+ on TripAdvisor is a woman-owned small business consisting of ONLY ONE full-time employee…
The Music of Black Voices
‘The Music of Black Voices: Inspiring today’s youth through a choreographic reflection of our era and celebrating the history of black artists in music.’ Six…
Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall
Step into the field to explore the trailblazing life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall, from her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees to becoming an acclaimed…
Frida Kahlo: Timeless
The exhibition, on view June 5 to Sept. 6, 2021, will be the largest Frida Kahlo exhibition in the Chicago area in more than 40…
Sister Outsider
Sisters in Cinema is exploring South Shore with our new walking program, Sister Outsider, and we want you to join us! Sister Outsider is a…
Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tours
Shoreline Sightseeing's award-winning Architecture River Tours depart daily from Polk Bros Park at the southwest corner of Navy Pier and from the northeast corner of…
“My Dazzling Queer Fantasy” Gallery Opening
Elephant Room Gallery is excited to be exhibiting Chicago-based artist TotesFerosh’s first solo exhibition this summer during Chicago Pride Month. “My Dazzling Queer Fantasy” opens…
Chicago: Home of House
Chicago: Home of House The Catacombs at Epiphany Center for the Arts May 8 to July 11, 2021 For more information on Chicago: Home…
Live on the Lake! at Navy Pier
Spend your weekend at the Navy Pier Beer Garden and enjoy a diverse array of musical performances. Navy Pier’s weekly live music series features Chicago's…
Chicago Dance Month
See Chicago Dance, the dance industry's nonprofit service organization, is proud to announce that this June will see the return of its popular annual offering,…
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