Glow Wild
Apr16
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 Rd
Sketch Playlist
Apr16
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…

Thursday, April 16th
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr17
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, April 17th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
Apr17
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, April 17th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
Glow Wild
Apr17
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, April 17th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
All You Can Eataly: Spring in Rome
Apr17
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 Street
Indoor Farmers Market
Apr18
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 18th
10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
2800 N Milwaukee Ave
2800 N Milwaukee Ave
CIVL Fest & Color Club present GREEN Community Expo
Apr18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

CIVL Fest & Color Club present GREEN Community Expo

This event aims to empower artists and strengthen the music community through resource sharing. During the day musicians and fans can connect within the larger…

Saturday, April 18th
12:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Color Club
4146 North Elston Avenue
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr18
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, April 18th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Glow Wild
Apr18
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 18th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr19
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, April 19th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Glow Wild
Apr19
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…

Sunday, April 19th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr20
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,…

Monday, April 20th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr21
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 21st
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Euphoria Trivia Night – Snakes & Lattes Chicago
Apr21
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Euphoria Trivia Night – Snakes & Lattes Chicago

Dive into the highs, lows, and chaos of Euphoria Trivia Night on April 21st at Snakes & Lattes Chicago. Test your knowledge of Rue, Jules, and all the…

Tuesday, April 21st
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Snakes & Lattes Chicago
1965 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Mystery League Trivia Night
Apr21
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Mystery League Trivia Night

Join us for a… Mystery Trivia Night*! After years of running trivia games for private clients, I’m delighted to begin offering Mystery Trivia directly to you. Over two…

Tuesday, April 21st
7:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Western Bar and Kitchen
4301 N Western Ave
CIVL Fest 2026 presents “The Grass is Greener Where You Water It” Earth Day Celebration at The Harold Washington Cultural Center
Apr22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

CIVL Fest 2026 presents “The Grass is Greener Where You Water It” Earth Day Celebration at The Harold Washington Cultural Center

CIVL Fest 2026 is a citywide festival spotlighting Chicago’s independent venues with ten days of shows, special events, and community-focused programming. Dr. Dorothy Jean Tillman…

Wednesday, April 22nd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Harold Washington Cultural Center
4701 S. King Drive
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr22
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 22nd
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
15th Annual One Earth Film Festival
Apr22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

15th Annual One Earth Film Festival

The 15th Annual One Earth Film Festival returns to Chicago, bringing together powerful environmental films, community conversations, and inspiring stories of climate and community action.…

Wednesday, April 22nd
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Multiple Locations
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr23
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 23rd
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive
Glow Wild
Apr23
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 23rd
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
CineYouth Festival
Apr24
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

CineYouth Festival

Now in its 21st edition, CineYouth is Cinema/Chicago’s annual film festival celebrating filmmakers 22 and younger from around the world. Since 2005, CineYouth has provided a…

Friday, April 24th
Facets
1517 W Fullerton Ave
One of a Kind Spring Show® Chicago
Apr24
Apr26
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

One of a Kind Spring Show® Chicago

Chicago’s favorite 3‑day spring shopping event returns in full bloom! The One of a Kind Spring Show is pleased to announce the 2026 edition of…

Friday, April 24th
10:00 a.m.Sunday, April 26th
5:00 p.m.
Merchandise Mart
222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza #470
I Used to Live in Chicago Exhibition Opening
Apr24
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, April 24th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Blanc Gallery
4445 South King Drive