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Chicago Wellness Week
Chicago Wellness Week September 21–27, 2026 Chicago Wellness Week is a premier citywide wellness festival that transforms Chicago into a destination for health, movement, culture,…
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Dreaming of Autonomous Vehicles – Book Talk with Jaroslav Olša Jr.
Meet author Jaroslav Olša Jr. and discover the fascinating history of autonomous vehicles and their early visionaries. Join author and diplomat Jaroslav Olša Jr. for…
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St. Helen Carnival – Ukrainian Village
Celebrate 20 years of carnival fun in the heart of Chicago’s Ukrainian Village at the St. Helen Carnival, September 24–27, 2026. This free, family-friendly neighborhood…
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The Palette & Chisel Emerging Artists Show
Stop by the historic Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts to explore the Emerging Artists Show—a nation-wide showcase featuring 32 of the country’s talented…
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Chicago Gourmet 2026
Chicago Gourmet is back for another incredible year! This year’s theme, “Let Your Tastebuds Dance,” celebrates the shared energy and passion of food and dance.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Wellness Week
Chicago Wellness Week September 21–27, 2026 Chicago Wellness Week is a premier citywide wellness festival that transforms Chicago into a destination for health, movement, culture,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago’s favorite free and family-friendly festival is back at Lincoln Park Zoo for another season of harvest-time fun! From September through October, stop by the…
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Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo
From picking the perfect pumpkin, toasting s’mores over a fire pit, to rides and entertainers, this free festival offers something new and different each weekend…
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Czech Walk: Pilsen
Explore Pilsen’s Czech heritage on a guided walk through historic sites with Czech community leader Irena Čajková. Step into the rich history of Chicago’s Czech…
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Chicago Vegan Farmers Market
The Chicago Vegan Farmers Market runs every Friday 4 pm to 8 pm, July 10th thru September 25th . Operating through the summer and early…
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Aladerri International Film Festival
Aladerri International Film Festival (AIFF) is dedicated to the celebration of ‘Short Films’ a multi-day event in Chicago supporting filmmakers and giving them an opportunity…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Moravian Glory: From Folk Heritage to Modern Expression
Join us for the opening of a special exhibition in the Michigan Plaza lobby, showcasing Moravian heritage for four weeks. Moravian Glory: From Folk Heritage…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
St. Helen Carnival – Ukrainian Village
Celebrate 20 years of carnival fun in the heart of Chicago’s Ukrainian Village at the St. Helen Carnival, September 24–27, 2026. This free, family-friendly neighborhood…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Sabor Fest
Sabor Fest returns to 18th & Halsted in Pilsen September 25–27, bringing local businesses, food, music, and culture together for a weekend rooted in the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
The Palette & Chisel Emerging Artists Show
Stop by the historic Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts to explore the Emerging Artists Show—a nation-wide showcase featuring 32 of the country’s talented…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
WNDR Museum Closing Party
For eight years, our amazing member, the WNDR Museum invited Chicago to step beyond the expected. It was a place where art surrounded you, mirrors…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Gourmet 2026
Chicago Gourmet is back for another incredible year! This year’s theme, “Let Your Tastebuds Dance,” celebrates the shared energy and passion of food and dance.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation
FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS AZERBAIJAN GRAND PRIX 2026 Watch Party at F1® Arcade Chicago
Experience the ultimate Formula 1® watch party at F1® Arcade Chicago for the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS AZERBAIJAN GRAND PRIX 2026. Starting at $15, guests receive early…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Wellness Week
Chicago Wellness Week September 21–27, 2026 Chicago Wellness Week is a premier citywide wellness festival that transforms Chicago into a destination for health, movement, culture,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago’s favorite free and family-friendly festival is back at Lincoln Park Zoo for another season of harvest-time fun! From September through October, stop by the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Humanities Fall Festival Pilsen Day 2026
Chicago Humanities Fall Festival’s Pilsen Day on Saturday, Sept. 26 takes place at the National Museum of Mexican Art and Thalia Hall and features an…
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Before Midnight – A Cinderella Tea Experience at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
The Ritz-Carlton Chicago invites families and fairytale lovers to step into a modern Cinderella story with “Before Midnight: A Cinderella Tea Experience,” an enchanting afternoon…
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Clark Street Live
Clark Street Live is a new two-day street festival in Wrigleyville on Clark Street between Addison Street and Newport Avenue. Hours are Saturday, September 26,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Aladerri International Film Festival
Aladerri International Film Festival (AIFF) is dedicated to the celebration of ‘Short Films’ a multi-day event in Chicago supporting filmmakers and giving them an opportunity…
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