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Randolph Street Market
Joining other world-class cities, including Paris, London, LA, and New York, Chicago’s Randolph Street Market is a key market event destination that locals and fans…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The 37th Annual Chicago GhanaFest
The Ghana National Council of Chicago and its affiliates proudly present the highly anticipated flagship cultural event of the year—the 37th Annual GhanaFest®, themed “Connecting…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Disability Pride Parade
The 23rd annual Chicago Disability Pride Parade celebrating the disability community. The Chicago parade is the longest-running Disability Pride Parade in the nation.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
5th Annual Words of Wonder Literary Festival
The Annual Words of Wonder Literary Festival is a celebration of books-to-be-written and books-to-be-read. Step Into a World of Wonder at the 5th Annual Words…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Black & Brown Femme Film Festival
The Black & Brown Femme Film Festival (BBFF) is a nonprofit, two-day celebration of independent film, showcasing 43 films by Black, Brown, women-identifying, nonbinary, and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chef’s Dinner: An Evening Celebrating Parmigiano Reggiano
Join us in La Scuola at Eataly for an intimate evening celebrating one of Italy’s most iconic culinary treasures—Parmigiano Reggiano DOP. Hosted by acclaimed Italian chef, restaurateur,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Opening Reception | Loc Hong: Blending In Standing Out
“Blending in Standing Out” is the first solo show by Loc Hong that presents, through gold leaf on glass, a contemplation of one’s identity and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Summer Screenings: On the Road Again
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Route 66—America’s most iconic highway—this year’s Summer Screenings program will pay homage to the classic…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Nelly at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
The ultimate summer evenings await at Roaring Nights, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s premier summer concert series! Get ready to turn up the volume for unforgettable nights…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Asian Buddhist Heritage Celebration
The Asian Buddhist Heritage Celebration will take place on July 25–26, 2026, in Chicago’s Chinatown, featuring a special veneration of sacred Buddhist relics. This two-day…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Global Shuffle Day
Introducing our annual Global Shuffle Day! On Saturday, July 25th, join us to celebrate a new worldwide holiday by playing our two brand-new games. Our…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Wicker Park Farmers Market
The Wicker Park Farmers Market will return on May 3 for its 26th outdoor season. The market will be open from 8 a.m. to 2…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Pullman Railroad Days
Step aboard history and experience the future at Pullman Railroad Days, a family-friendly celebration of trains, technology, and transformation at Pullman National Historical Park on…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Trashy Summer Market
Soak up all the ☀️RE’s at the ultimate SUMMER event☀️. REuse, REpair, and REpurposing are in high style for the season of sun. Our junky…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Randolph Street Market
Joining other world-class cities, including Paris, London, LA, and New York, Chicago’s Randolph Street Market is a key market event destination that locals and fans…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Opening Reception | Loc Hong: Blending In Standing Out
“Blending in Standing Out” is the first solo show by Loc Hong that presents, through gold leaf on glass, a contemplation of one’s identity and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Opening Reception | Loc Hong: Blending In Standing Out
“Blending in Standing Out” is the first solo show by Loc Hong that presents, through gold leaf on glass, a contemplation of one’s identity and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Opening Reception | Loc Hong: Blending In Standing Out
“Blending in Standing Out” is the first solo show by Loc Hong that presents, through gold leaf on glass, a contemplation of one’s identity and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Millennium Park Summer Film Series
Presenting Sponsor Wells Fargo Hamilton (2020, PG-13) America 250 celebration Guests may take a seat at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion or lounge on the Great…
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,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
NoMI Garden Golden Hour
NoMI Garden Golden Hour Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Reserve a Table | View Menu Introducing our new summer series, NoMI Garden Golden…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Opening Reception | Loc Hong: Blending In Standing Out
“Blending in Standing Out” is the first solo show by Loc Hong that presents, through gold leaf on glass, a contemplation of one’s identity and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
An Evening with Ben Folds
Ben Folds is an Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter who has created an enormous body of genre-bending music that includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Summer Screenings: On the Road Again
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Route 66—America’s most iconic highway—this year’s Summer Screenings program will pay homage to the classic…
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