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Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities
Jul16
Nov30
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities

Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities showcases the innovative works of four internationally celebrated Chicago-based artists, Claire Ashley, Faheem Majeed, Yvette Mayorga and Carlos Rolón, pioneering the use…

Tuesday July 16, 2024Sunday November 30, 2025
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Marriott Theatre Announces Spectacular 2025 Season in Celebration of Upcoming 50th Anniversary
Feb5
Jan4
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Announces Spectacular 2025 Season in Celebration of Upcoming 50th Anniversary

Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences will feature a remarkable season of beloved titles for kids of all ages. Chicagoland’s longest-running musical theatre invites theatergoers to…

Wednesday February 5, 2025
7:00 p.m.Sunday January 4, 2026
11:30 p.m.
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Thursday Night Out
Jun5
Aug28
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Thursday Night Out

Thursday is the new Friday in Downtown Oak Park! Thursday Night Out opens for its 20th Season, every Thursday from June 5 through August 28,…

Thursday, June 5th
5:00 p.m.Thursday, August 28th
9:00 p.m.
1010 Lake Street
1010 Lake Street
Pouring Park: A Global Cocktail Journey
Jun6
Jan17
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Pouring Park: A Global Cocktail Journey

POURING PARK: A GLOBAL COCKTAIL JOURNEY NoMI Lounge & Garden June 6, 2025 – January 17, 2026 Reserve Now  |  View Cocktail Menu In celebration…

Friday June 6, 2025
11:00 a.m.Saturday January 17, 2026
12:00 a.m.
NoMI
800 N. Michigan Ave
World Fair US
Jul7
Jul28
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US, an unforgettable international festival, is coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium…

Monday, July 7th
3:00 p.m.Monday, July 28th
10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
World Fair US
Jul8
Jul29
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US, an unforgettable international festival, is coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium…

Tuesday, July 8th
3:00 p.m.Tuesday, July 29th
10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
World Fair US
Jul9
Jul30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US, an unforgettable international festival, is coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium…

Wednesday, July 9th
3:00 p.m.Wednesday, July 30th
10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
Windy City Smokeout
Jul10
Jul13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Windy City Smokeout

The ACM award-winning Windy City Smokeout BBQ & Country Music Festival will return to Chicago in 2025 for its 12th year. Hosted by Chicago’s BBQ…

Thursday, July 10th
1:00 p.m.Sunday, July 13th
10:00 p.m.
United Center Parking Lot
1901 W. Madison Street
World Fair US
Jul10
Jul31
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US, an unforgettable international festival, is coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium…

Thursday, July 10th
3:00 p.m.Thursday, July 31st
10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
World Fair US
Jul11
Aug1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US, an unforgettable international festival, is coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium…

Friday, July 11th
3:00 p.m.Friday, August 1st
10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
Franz West: Millennium Park
Jul12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Franz West: Millennium Park

Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…

Saturday, July 12th
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
35th Annual Chosen Few Picnic & Festival
Jul12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

35th Annual Chosen Few Picnic & Festival

This year’s festival promises to be an outstanding celebration of house music and soulful grooves, headlined by the Chosen Few DJs including founder Wayne Williams,…

Saturday, July 12th
Jackson Park
E Hayes Dr & E 63rd St
The Messi Experience Chicago
Jul12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Messi Experience Chicago

The Messi Experience is an immersive and interactive multimedia exhibition inspired by the life and career of Lionel Messi. As part of its world tour,…

Saturday, July 12th
2367 W Logan Blvd Chicago, IL 60647
2367 W Logan Blvd
Millennium Park Summer Workouts
Jul12
Sports & Recreation

Millennium Park Summer Workouts

The workout program takes place on the Great Lawn in Millennium Park on Saturdays, May 17 to August 30, 8-11:45 a.m. with a series of…

Saturday, July 12th
8:00 a.m.11:45 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
The Dramatic Improv Festival
Jul12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Dramatic Improv Festival

The Dramatic Improv Festival returns to Chicago from Thursday, July 10 through Sunday, July 13, 2025, offering a unique exploration of emotionally grounded and narratively…

Saturday, July 12th
9:00 a.m.11:00 p.m.
City Lit Theater
1020 W. Bryn Mawr, Chicago, IL, 60660
Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection
Jul12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e features 70 works and handcrafted objects by the masters of Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868). The collection features 53 woodblock prints and original…

Saturday, July 12th
10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd
Mela 2025
Jul12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Mela 2025

Save the date for Kalapriya’s annual Mela! Join us for a fantastic day of music, dance, food, crafts, and fun! Experience incredible local, national, and…

Saturday, July 12th
12:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Chicago Women’s Park and Garden
1801 S. Indiana Ave.
Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts presents The 3rd Annual Summer Mela
Jul12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts presents The 3rd Annual Summer Mela

Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts is proud to announce The 3rd Annual Summer Mela on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 12 – 8 p.m.…

Saturday, July 12th
12:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Chicago Women’s Park and Garden
1801 S. Indiana Ave.
Shop Black Fest Chicago
Jul12
Theatre & Performing Arts

Shop Black Fest Chicago

Shop Black Fest Chicago | Midway Plaisance Park, Hyde Park | Friday, July 12, 2025 | 2 PM – 7 PM Chicago, it’s time to…

Saturday, July 12th
2:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Midway Plaisance Park
1130 Midway Plaisance
Vienna Beef x Half Acre present: Only Gold
Jul12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Vienna Beef x Half Acre present: Only Gold

Half Acre is partnering up again with Vienna Beef for their annual Only Gold party in the beer garden. Only Gold is a celebration of…

Saturday, July 12th
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Half Acre Beer Co
2050 W Balmoral Ave
World Fair US
Jul12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US is an unforgettable international festival coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium.…

Saturday, July 12th
3:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
World Fair US
Jul12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US is an unforgettable international festival coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium.…

Saturday, July 12th
3:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
World Fair US
Jul12
Aug2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US, an unforgettable international festival, is coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium…

Saturday, July 12th
3:00 p.m.Saturday, August 2nd
10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
Jul12
Tours & Attractions

90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago

Experience Chicago’s Best 90-Min Architecture Boat Tour starting May 3, 2025! Led by expert tour guides, this is perfect for all ages. Explore the city’s…

Saturday, July 12th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Summer Of George, 900 South Wells Street, Chicago, United States
Summer Of George, 900 South Wells Street, Chicago, United States
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