I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr28
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening

I Used to Live in Chicago is a multidisciplinary exhibition exploring memory, displacement, and cultural resilience across Chicago’s historically black neighborhoods. Curated by Anefertiti Bowman,…

Tuesday, April 28th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Doc10 Film Festival
Apr28
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Doc10 Film Festival

Doc10 is Chicago’s only all-documentary film festival and provides an engaging experience for its audiences, reaching thousands of local cinephiles over the last nine years.…

Tuesday, April 28th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 North Lincoln Avenue
Comic Court: Chicago’s #1 Comedy Court Show
Apr28
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 28th
9:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge
2040 North Milwaukee Avenue
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr29
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening

I Used to Live in Chicago is a multidisciplinary exhibition exploring memory, displacement, and cultural resilience across Chicago’s historically black neighborhoods. Curated by Anefertiti Bowman,…

Wednesday, April 29th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Doc10 Film Festival
Apr29
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Doc10 Film Festival

Doc10 is Chicago’s only all-documentary film festival and provides an engaging experience for its audiences, reaching thousands of local cinephiles over the last nine years.…

Wednesday, April 29th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 North Lincoln Avenue
Texas Cult-Favorite Dessert Shop The Bougie Foodie Opens First Chicago Location in Fulton Market This April
Apr30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Texas Cult-Favorite Dessert Shop The Bougie Foodie Opens First Chicago Location in Fulton Market This April

Texas-born dessert shop The Bougie Foodie is expanding beyond the Lone Star State for the first time with a new Chicago location opening this April in the…

Thursday, April 30th
10:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
The Bougie Foodie
210 N. Carpenter St.
Valborg
Apr30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Valborg

Valborg is a Swedish tradition that marks the arrival of spring and is often seen as an opportunity to bid farewell to the winter months.…

Thursday, April 30th
5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Chicago Waldorf School
5002 N Ashland
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening

I Used to Live in Chicago is a multidisciplinary exhibition exploring memory, displacement, and cultural resilience across Chicago’s historically black neighborhoods. Curated by Anefertiti Bowman,…

Thursday, April 30th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Glow Wild
Apr30
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 30th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
Doc10 Film Festival
Apr30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Doc10 Film Festival

Doc10 is Chicago’s only all-documentary film festival and provides an engaging experience for its audiences, reaching thousands of local cinephiles over the last nine years.…

Thursday, April 30th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 North Lincoln Avenue
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
May1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening

I Used to Live in Chicago is a multidisciplinary exhibition exploring memory, displacement, and cultural resilience across Chicago’s historically black neighborhoods. Curated by Anefertiti Bowman,…

Friday, May 1st
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
May1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk

The “First Fridays Art Walk,” organized by the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, welcomes art enthusiasts to explore the neighborhoods’ vibrant arts scene. All…

Friday, May 1st
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
Glow Wild
May1
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…

Friday, May 1st
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
Doc10 Film Festival
May1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Doc10 Film Festival

Doc10 is Chicago’s only all-documentary film festival and provides an engaging experience for its audiences, reaching thousands of local cinephiles over the last nine years.…

Friday, May 1st
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 North Lincoln Avenue
Indoor Farmers Market
May2
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, May 2nd
10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
2800 N Milwaukee Ave
2800 N Milwaukee Ave
Kentucky Derby Party at Utopian Tailgate: Down & Derby
May2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Kentucky Derby Party at Utopian Tailgate: Down & Derby

Enjoy a Kentucky Derby watch party in perfect form at Utopian Tailgate; Old Town’s premier rooftop and high-energy party landscape. Saturday, May 2nd *  3pm to…

Saturday, May 2nd
3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Utopian Tailgate
1608 North Wells Street
Kentucky Derby Party at The J. Parker: Running of the Roses Party
May2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Kentucky Derby Party at The J. Parker: Running of the Roses Party

Enjoy the Kentucky Derby with no stakes and high limits at The J. Parker Rooftop.  This Lincoln park attraction is sure to impress with its indoor/outdoor…

Saturday, May 2nd
3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
The J. Parker
1816 North Clark Street
Kentucky Derby Party at Parlay: Welcome To The Infield
May2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Kentucky Derby Party at Parlay: Welcome To The Infield

Enjoy the Kentucky Derby with all the right style at Parlay (Lincoln Park).  Dress up and throw down at one of the city’s finest indoor/outdoor…

Saturday, May 2nd
3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Parlay Lincoln Park
950 W Wrightwood Ave
Kentucky Derby Party at Joy District: Welcome To The Grandstands
May2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Kentucky Derby Party at Joy District: Welcome To The Grandstands

Enjoy the Kentucky Derby with a “Grand Stand” experience at the Rooftop of JOY District.  This picture-perfect setting is sure to deliver a high-roller’s party scene…

Saturday, May 2nd
3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Joy District
112 West Hubbard Street
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
May2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening

I Used to Live in Chicago is a multidisciplinary exhibition exploring memory, displacement, and cultural resilience across Chicago’s historically black neighborhoods. Curated by Anefertiti Bowman,…

Saturday, May 2nd
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Glow Wild
May2
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, May 2nd
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
Doc10 Film Festival
May2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Doc10 Film Festival

Doc10 is Chicago’s only all-documentary film festival and provides an engaging experience for its audiences, reaching thousands of local cinephiles over the last nine years.…

Saturday, May 2nd
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago Artisan Market – Fulton Market
May3
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Chicago Artisan Market – Fulton Market

The Chicago Artisan Market – Fulton Market returns to historic Morgan MFG (401 N. Morgan St., Chicago) in 2026 for six delightful indoor Sunday markets. …

Sunday, May 3rd
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
401 North Morgan Street Chicago
401 North Morgan Street
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
May3
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening

I Used to Live in Chicago is a multidisciplinary exhibition exploring memory, displacement, and cultural resilience across Chicago’s historically black neighborhoods. Curated by Anefertiti Bowman,…

Sunday, May 3rd
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive