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Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Inside the Cellar: Paul Hobbs Wine Tasting Experience
8th April – Inside the Cellar: Paul Hobbs Wine Tasting Experience This one night only experience features a curated progression of the winery’s most celebrated expressions.…
Wednesday, April 8th
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Brass Tack
11 E. WaltonFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
EXPO CHICAGO 2026
EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to Navy Pier this April 9–12 for its 13th edition, featuring over 130 leading galleries from across the United States and the globe, alongside a dynamic program of talks, on-site installations and special events. Tickets start…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
EXPO CHICAGO 2026
EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to Navy Pier this April 9–12 for its 13th edition, featuring over 130 leading galleries from across the United States and the globe, alongside a dynamic program of talks, on-site installations and special events. Tickets start…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Sketch Playlist
Sketch Playlist is a weekly sketch show that will feature all-new sketches every single week… the ultimate sketch playlist. Come see these writers and performers…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
EXPO CHICAGO 2026
EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to Navy Pier this April 9–12 for its 13th edition, featuring over 130 leading galleries from across the United States and the globe, alongside a dynamic program of talks, on-site installations and special events. Tickets start…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Indoor Farmers Market
As our outdoor season wraps up, we’re heading inside for the colder months. Come support local vendors and farmers, and stock up on your favorite…
Saturday, April 11th
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.2800 N Milwaukee Ave
2800 N Milwaukee AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Tea Festival
At the Chicago Tea Festival, our mission is to create an immersive and educational experience for tea lovers of all levels, fostering a sense of…
Saturday, April 11th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Copernicus Center
5216 W Lawrence AvenueFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
EXPO CHICAGO 2026
EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to Navy Pier this April 9–12 for its 13th edition, featuring over 130 leading galleries from across the United States and the globe, alongside a dynamic program of talks, on-site installations and special events. Tickets start…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Saturday, April 11th
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Tea Festival
At the Chicago Tea Festival, our mission is to create an immersive and educational experience for tea lovers of all levels, fostering a sense of…
Sunday, April 12th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Copernicus Center
5216 W Lawrence AvenueFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
EXPO CHICAGO 2026
EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to Navy Pier this April 9–12 for its 13th edition, featuring over 130 leading galleries from across the United States and the globe, alongside a dynamic program of talks, on-site installations and special events. Tickets start…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Comic Court: Chicago’s #1 Comedy Court Show
Order in the court!Comic Court is back at The Lincoln Lodge every 2nd & 4th Tuesday at 9PM. Comedians argue ridiculous cases like actual lawyers,…
Tuesday, April 14th
9:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.The Lincoln Lodge
2040 North Milwaukee AvenueFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
JBF Greens Chicago x Adalina Prime
Join JBF Greens at Adalina Prime, the new Fulton Market steakhouse from the team behind Adalina Italian. Open since September 2025, Adalina Prime honors Chicago’s…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Thursday, April 16th
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Sketch Playlist
Sketch Playlist is a weekly sketch show that will feature all-new sketches every single week… the ultimate sketch playlist. Come see these writers and performers…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
All You Can Eataly: Spring in Rome
Our first all-access party of 2026 is here! All You Can Eataly is back on Friday, April 17! For one night only, we’re going all…
Friday, April 17th
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Eataly
43 East Ohio StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Indoor Farmers Market
As our outdoor season wraps up, we’re heading inside for the colder months. Come support local vendors and farmers, and stock up on your favorite…
Saturday, April 18th
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.2800 N Milwaukee Ave
2800 N Milwaukee AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…
Saturday, April 18th
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Glow Wild
The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture, and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired…

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