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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,…
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 AvenueFestivals, 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 AvenueFestivals, 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 DriveFestivals, 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 AvenueFestivals, 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.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 AshlandFestivals, 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,…
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 RdFestivals, 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 AvenueFestivals, 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,…
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 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…
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 AvenueFestivals, 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 AveFestivals, 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 StreetFestivals, 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 StreetFestivals, 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 AveFestivals, 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 StreetFestivals, 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,…
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
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 AvenueFestivals, 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 StreetFestivals, 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,…

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