Upcoming Chicago Events

Name: Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Start: 2026-07-17T20:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-07-17T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Inside Chicago Walking Tours

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July 15, 2026: Jul15
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Climate Week 2026
Chicago Climate Week is coming to Chicagoland July 18–25, 2026. As Chicago’s first community-led, distributed Climate Week, it brings together events hosted by nonprofits, businesses,…
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Wednesday, July 15th
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Jul15
Tours & Attractions
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience the magic of Peppa…
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Wednesday, July 15th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Jul15
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Declarations: 250 Years of Writing Toward Independence
This year, the American Writers Museum (AWM) presents programming commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence as an official…
Loop
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Wednesday, July 15th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Jul15
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem, designed and co-curated by architecture and urban design practice Studio Gang in collaboration with the Chicago Architecture Center,…
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Wednesday, July 15th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
Jul15
Tours & Attractions
This Summer, Flyover’s Double Feature Takes Guests on Two Unforgettable Journeys Under One Roof
Flyover, the immersive flight adventure voted one of USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best New Attraction and Midwest Living’s Best of the Midwest,…
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Wednesday, July 15th
10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
Jul15
Tours & Attractions
Tropical Wednesdays
Immerge yourself in a cultural experience as Latin dances come alive on Taylor street – Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, and Cha Cha Cha with margarita!
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Wednesday, July 15th
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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Vintage Bar Chicago
1449 W. Taylor St.
Jul15
Tours & Attractions
FIREWORKS! – Aboard the Tall Ship Windy.
Enjoy the most Unforgettable Fireworks Cruise in Chicago! Tall Ship Windy is Chicago’s Official Tall Ship! Celebrating our 30th season, sailing from NAVY PIER in…
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Wednesday, July 15th
8:45 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
July 16, 2026: Jul16
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Climate Week 2026
Chicago Climate Week is coming to Chicagoland July 18–25, 2026. As Chicago’s first community-led, distributed Climate Week, it brings together events hosted by nonprofits, businesses,…
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Thursday, July 16th
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Jul16
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Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience the magic of Peppa…
Event details
Thursday, July 16th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Jul16
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Declarations: 250 Years of Writing Toward Independence
This year, the American Writers Museum (AWM) presents programming commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence as an official…
Loop
Event details
Thursday, July 16th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Jul16
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem, designed and co-curated by architecture and urban design practice Studio Gang in collaboration with the Chicago Architecture Center,…
Event details
Thursday, July 16th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
Jul16
Tours & Attractions
This Summer, Flyover’s Double Feature Takes Guests on Two Unforgettable Journeys Under One Roof
Flyover, the immersive flight adventure voted one of USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best New Attraction and Midwest Living’s Best of the Midwest,…
Event details
Thursday, July 16th
10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
Jul16
Tours & Attractions
Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
“Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime” is a 2-hour afternoon/evening walking tour that uncovers Chicago’s shadowy past through chilling tales…
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Thursday, July 16th
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
July 17, 2026: Jul17
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions
Chicago Climate Week 2026
Chicago Climate Week is coming to Chicagoland July 18–25, 2026. As Chicago’s first community-led, distributed Climate Week, it brings together events hosted by nonprofits, businesses,…
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Friday, July 17th
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Jul17
Tours & Attractions
Open Your Eyes: Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop Walking Tour
“Open Your Eyes: Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop” is a 2‑hour, mostly indoor walking tour that uncovers Chicago’s hidden underground passages…
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Friday, July 17th
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Jul17
Tours & Attractions
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience the magic of Peppa…
Event details
Friday, July 17th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Jul17
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Declarations: 250 Years of Writing Toward Independence
This year, the American Writers Museum (AWM) presents programming commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence as an official…
Loop
Event details
Friday, July 17th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
See all events in series
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Jul17
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem, designed and co-curated by architecture and urban design practice Studio Gang in collaboration with the Chicago Architecture Center,…
Event details
Friday, July 17th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
See all events in series
Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
Jul17
Tours & Attractions
This Summer, Flyover’s Double Feature Takes Guests on Two Unforgettable Journeys Under One Roof
Flyover, the immersive flight adventure voted one of USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best New Attraction and Midwest Living’s Best of the Midwest,…
Event details
Friday, July 17th
10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
Jul17
Tours & Attractions
Chicago Greeter Riverwalk InstaGreeter Walk
If you’re looking for a fast, flexible Greeter experience, check out our Riverwalk InstaGreeter walks. These hour-long guided walks are a fun and informal way…
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Friday, July 17th
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial
Jul17
Tours & Attractions
Chicago Greeter – Loop InstaGreeter
If you’re looking for a fast, flexible Greeter experience, check out our InstaGreeter walks. These hour-long guided walks are a fun and informal way to…
Loop
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Friday, July 17th
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Jul17
Tours & Attractions
Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
“Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime” is a 2-hour afternoon/evening walking tour that uncovers Chicago’s shadowy past through chilling tales…
Event details
Friday, July 17th
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Jul17
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
3rd Fridays Free Admission Night
Free Admission Museum Nights take place every third Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8 pm! The tour will start at 6:00 pm…
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Friday, July 17th
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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Heritage Museum of Asian Art
3FL, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609
Jul17
Tours & Attractions
Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
“Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime” is a 2-hour afternoon/evening walking tour that uncovers Chicago’s shadowy past through chilling tales…
Event details
Friday, July 17th
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
See all events in series
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase