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Chicago City Markets
Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest-running farmers market on Daley Plaza,…
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Pop-Up at the Park: Blue Duck Tavern
Pop-up at the Park is a NoMI Lounge exclusive experience showcasing craft cocktails and diverse cuisine from Park Hyatt locations around the world. From September…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Reeling 2023: The 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival
From award-winning international feature films to social documentaries to experimental shorts, Reeling has always presented a range of genres that demonstrate the rich diversity of…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Leilani’s Fortune – Screening at Reeling 2023 The 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival
This intimate journey follows Witch Prophet, a queer, immigrant Ethiopian-Eritrean musician, as she navigates newfound momentum in Canada and stands true to her unique voice…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Christmas Day with Park Hyatt Chicago
Celebrate the comforts and joys of Christmas Day with an elegantly coursed, midday meal curated by Executive Chef Terence Zubieta. The 4-course, prix-fixe menu takes…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Sister Cities International Festival
Join Chicago Sister Cities at the iconic Daley Plaza for its annual International Festival. Positioned as a beacon of unity in our interconnected world, the…
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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Join us at Alma at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 25 for a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, which will include live music spun by local…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Sister Cities International Festival
Join Chicago Sister Cities at the iconic Daley Plaza for its annual International Festival. Positioned as a beacon of unity in our interconnected world, the…
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Chicago’s Best Standup
Chicago’s Best Standup Comedy is back better than ever. We’ve compiled the absolute best standup comedy lineup that you will see in the city. Today’s…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
45th Anniversary of the Ravinia Farmers Market
The 45th Anniversary of the Ravinia Farmers Market is here! Kicking off Wednesdays, June 7-October 25, from 7 AM- 1 PM. Come out to Dean…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Sister Cities International Festival
Join Chicago Sister Cities at the iconic Daley Plaza for its annual International Festival. Positioned as a beacon of unity in our interconnected world, the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Ziggy and Miles Johnston Guitar Duo
DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | ZIGGY AND MILES JOHNSTON GUITAR DUO Program: Claude Debussy; arr. Ziggy and Miles – Suite Bergamasque Ken Murray…
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Yappy Hour at The Northman
Yappy Hour is scheduled to take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 5pm-8pm. Each month The Northman Beer & Cider Garden will host dog lovers…
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Native American Education in Illinois Schools: Panel Discussion
Come hear from Native American and education leaders about what’s in store for Illinois public school students in 2024, as the state will begin requiring…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
BDP Urban Farm Dinner Series
“The plates are as colorful as a Monet painting. A gorgeous reminder of the textures, colors and aromas of summer, which, unfortunately, are fleeting in…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Destinos – Chicago International Latino Theater Festival
Destinos, 6th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival, Chicago’s annual citywide festival showcasing Latino theater artists and companies from Chicago, the U.S. and Latin America, returns…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Daley Plaza City Market
Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds. Check out this free market at Daley Plaza, Thursdays…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Listening to Nature’s “Social Cues” – Indicator Species Workshop
Nature speaks loudly, Ever wonder how to listen? Join Lillian Holden, Openlands Water Trail Specialist, to learn the power birds, mussels, and fish have in…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Poetry Off the Shelf: Ben Okri
Join us for a special US appearance by acclaimed Nigerian-born British novelist and poet, Ben Okri. Ben Okri is a playwright, poet, novelist, essayist, short-story writer,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Chicago Exhibition Weekend (CXW)
Join Gertie and EXPO CHICAGO in celebrating the inaugural Chicago Exhibition Weekend (CXW) this September 29–October 1! The weekend will bring together over 50 galleries,…
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Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
For Wildlife. For All. For Fall! Dive into the wonderful world of autumn—from picking the perfect pumpkin to taking in the nostalgic scents of hot…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Ventra’s 10-Year Anniversary Extravaganza
Did you know that since its inception in 2013, Ventra has been the cornerstone of Chicago’s transit system? Fast forward a decade, and over 10…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Market by the River!
The Market by the River is free to attend and offers a variety of rotating vendor lists every Friday until October 20th. Come hangout with…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
World Music Festival Chicago – Ragamala
A Celebration of Indian Classical Music World Music Festival Chicago brings 10 days of global grooves by award-winning artists from around the world to the…
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