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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, 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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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.…
Sunday, May 3rd
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 North Lincoln AvenueFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Water Week
Join Current May 3-9th for a week of water-focused events designed to inspire, educate, and bring people together. From engaging discussions and in-person tours to…
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,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Water Week
Join Current May 3-9th for a week of water-focused events designed to inspire, educate, and bring people together. From engaging discussions and in-person tours to…
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,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Star Wars Trivia Night – Snakes & Lattes Chicago
Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/star-wars-trivia-night-snakes-lattes-chicago-tickets-1987698309150?aff=ChooseChicago Join us at Snakes & Lattes Chicago on May 5th for an epic Star Wars Trivia Night! Test your knowledge of the galaxy far, far away.…
Tuesday, May 5th
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Snakes & Lattes Chicago
1965 N. Milwaukee AvenueFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Water Week
Join Current May 3-9th for a week of water-focused events designed to inspire, educate, and bring people together. From engaging discussions and in-person tours to…
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,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Water Week
Join Current May 3-9th for a week of water-focused events designed to inspire, educate, and bring people together. From engaging discussions and in-person tours to…
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,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
2026 Lincoln Park Uncorked: An Armitage – Halsted Wine Stroll
Spring’s most anticipated night out is back! Join the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce for Lincoln Park Uncorked: An Armitage – Halsted Wine Stroll on…
Thursday, May 7th
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Wintrust Bank – Lincoln Park
935 W. ArmitageFestivals, 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, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Water Week
Join Current May 3-9th for a week of water-focused events designed to inspire, educate, and bring people together. From engaging discussions and in-person tours to…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
“Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue” Immersive Experience
Save the day in Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue – an in-person, immersive, interactive adventure. Embark on an hour-long, high-stakes collective rescue mission and interactive scavenger…
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,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
SAUCED Night Market
It’s 2026 and you’re still shopping small like it’s your job. Right? Let SAUCED help you do exactly that at a vibrant night market filled…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Beer Under Glass
Kick off Illinois Craft Beer Week under the towering glass of Chicago’s skyline. The cornerstone festival and fundraiser of Illinois Craft Beer Week, Beer Under…
Friday, May 8th
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.Harris Theater Rooftop Terrace
205 E Randolph StFestivals, 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 8th
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, Theatre & Performing Arts
The (fill in the blank) Between Us
“The (fill in the blank) Between Us” is a dance production that gives opportunities for audience members to contribute to the dance pieces “Take A…
Friday, May 8th
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.The Edge Theater
5451 N Broadway Ave, Chicago, IL, 60640Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Francesca Amari – Different Drum: The Music of Linda Ronstadt
Linda Ronstadt is one of the biggest names in pop/rock music history, earning 12 Grammys & selling 100 million+ albums. Her iconic voice helped shape…
Friday, May 8th
7:30 p.m.The Checkout
4116 N. Clark St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Water Week
Join Current May 3-9th for a week of water-focused events designed to inspire, educate, and bring people together. From engaging discussions and in-person tours to…

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