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Uncertain Histories
The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Hall was built as a memorial to the sacrifices of Union Civil War veterans and their families. According…
Saturday June 14, 2025
10:00 a.m. – Sunday May 24, 2026
4:45 p.m.Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington StMuseums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind
Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind presents one of the most comprehensive exhibitions to date of Yoko Ono, the trailblazing artist, celebrated musician, and formidable campaigner…
Saturday October 18, 2025 – Sunday February 22, 2026Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E. Chicago Ave.Theatre & Performing Arts
The Phantom of the Opera
THE BRILLIANT ORIGINAL RETURNS “MORE SPECTACULAR THAN EVER” – Sunday Express The Phantom is back to thrill audiences once again! Cameron Mackintosh presents a revitalized…
Wednesday, December 31stCadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601Lincoln Park ZooLights
Chicagoland’s favorite holiday tradition is back and brighter than ever! ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd twinkles with more than 3 million lights, hundreds…
Winter Wonderfest
Spot twinkly light displays and playful pops of holiday cheer inside Navy Pier’s Festival Hall, take in the towering 42-foot Holiday Tree, and discover endless ways to…
Lightscape
Tickets are on sale now for all. Book in advance and secure your preferred slot; popular dates and times go fast! Step into an enchanting…
North Suburbs
Event detailsBalloon Museum: EmotionAir
The Pop Air and Let’s Fly exhibitions continue to thrill and engage a participative audience, but EmotionAir sets an even more ambitious goal. This latest…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Paris in Black Exhibition Opening at the DuSable Museum
Join us at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for the opening of Paris in Black: Internationalism and the Black Renaissance. Discover the…
Wednesday, December 31stDuSable Museum of African American History
740 East 56th PlaceFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holidays at Skydeck!
HOLIDAYS @ SKYDECK CHICAGO! Celebrate the season from 103 stories above the city at Holidays @ Skydeck! Skydeck’s lower-level Chicago museum and observation deck will…
Sports & Recreation
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Ice skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park begins Nov. 21 (weather permitting). Admission to the ice rink will be free, but…
Wednesday, December 31st
11:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StMuseums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The Beauty of Chicago
An ongoing showcase celebrating the people, places, and stories that define our city. Forum 301 Chicago will be hosting local Chicago artist to showcase their…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holiday Magic
We’re lighting up the night this holiday season! Returning with a brand new light display, celebrate more than 40 years of Holiday Magic. Now with…
Wednesday, December 31st
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdMusic & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Teatro Zinzanni
Tickets are on sale now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/tickets/ “Best Night Out” – CS Magazine | “You must see to believe!” – Forbes Teatro ZinZanni, Chicago’s most…
Wednesday, December 31st
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Teatro ZinZanni – Cambria Hotel
32 W Randolph StFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas
We have transformed our haunted house into a Christmas wonderland, although it won’t be all glitter and snowflakes. You better watch out. You better not…
Wednesday, December 31st
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.13th Floor Chicago
5050 River RdMusic & Comedy
Dru Hill: Tell Me it’s New Years Eve!
Get ready, Chicago — the smooth‑and‑soulful harmony of Dru Hill is hitting the Windy City! Known for their R&B anthems like In My Bed and How Deep Is Your Love, Dru Hill…
Wednesday, December 31st
7:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.City Winery
1200 West Randolph StreetDick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve
Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest,” America’s most-watched New Year’s celebration and one of the country’s most enduring annual traditions, will add…
Wednesday December 31, 2025
7:00 p.m. – Thursday January 1, 2026
12:00 a.m.Merchandise Mart
222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza #470Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions
NYAvlí at Avlí On The Park
NYAvlí isn’t just a reservation; it’s the annual tradition you didn’t know you were missing! Revel in Lakeshore East’s most beautiful dining room + event…
Wednesday December 31, 2025
7:00 p.m. – Thursday January 1, 2026
1:30 a.m.Avli On The Park
180 N Field BlvdMusic & Comedy
New Years Eve Comedy Show
2-Item Minimum Per Guest Valid ID Required for Entry First Come, First Served Seating No Outside Food or Beverage Looking for things to do on…
Wednesday, December 31st
8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks
Join American Ghost Walks on a spine-chilling Chicago Ghost Tour & Ghost Hunt in Lincoln Park, known for its eerie hauntings and chilling history. Dive…
Wednesday, December 31st
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Meeting Point: In front of the Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St.Music & Comedy
DeRay Davis Annual Funny & Famous Chi Town Comedy Count Down
End 2025 on a high note with this not-to-be-missed event – the return of DeRay Davis’ Funny and Famous Chi Town Comedy Countdown! Featuring DeRay Davis with…
Wednesday, December 31st
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Arie Crown Theater
2301 S. Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, S Lake Shore DrFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions
New Year’s Eve Chicago at Gold Coast Social
Gold Coast Social is the quintessential staple for a night of unparalleled chaos with unapologetic celebration. Revelers can expect bottles popping, DJ sets that’ll make…
Wednesday December 31, 2025
8:00 p.m. – Thursday January 1, 2026
12:30 a.m.Gold Coast Social Club
7 W Division StFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions
New Year’s Eve Chicago at Galeria
Galeria brings the heat for its inaugural New Year’s Eve celebration right in the heart of Gold Coast. One of Chicago’s hottest new nightclubs transforms…
Wednesday December 31, 2025
8:00 p.m. – Thursday January 1, 2026
12:30 a.m.Galeria Chicago
9 West Division StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions
New Year’s Eve Chicago at The Hideaway
Be amongst the first to step into Hideaway nightclub for this ultra-exclusive and elevated New Year’s Eve experience. Chicago’s newest sensation makes its debut with…
Wednesday December 31, 2025
8:00 p.m. – Thursday January 1, 2026
1:00 a.m.Hideaway
9 W Division StFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Midnight Masquerade at The Dole Mansion
Enjoy this unique New Year’s Eve Party in the Historic Dole Mansion! “The Midnight Masquerade” It’s 4 parties under 1 roof! Live Music in 4…
Wednesday December 31, 2025
8:00 p.m. – Thursday January 1, 2026
1:00 a.m.The Dole
401 Country Club Road

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