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Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities
Jul16
Nov30
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities

Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities showcases the innovative works of four internationally celebrated Chicago-based artists, Claire Ashley, Faheem Majeed, Yvette Mayorga and Carlos Rolón, pioneering the use…

Tuesday July 16, 2024Sunday November 30, 2025
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Franz West: Millennium Park
Aug5
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Franz West: Millennium Park

Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…

Monday August 5, 2024
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Aug5
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Level Up: Writers & Gamers

Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…

Monday August 5, 2024
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Aug5
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Monday August 5, 2024
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Aug5
Tours & Attractions

Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop

“What strange phenomena we find in a great city — all we need do is stroll about with our eyes open.” (Charles Baudelaire) Come experience…

Monday August 5, 2024
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Pedway
120 N. LaSalle St.
Michael Charles and His Band
Aug5
Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Michael Charles and His Band

The year was 1984. With a newfound confidence and looking into the future, a young muso from Melbourne Australia decided the time was right to…

Monday August 5, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan
Aug5
Tours & Attractions

Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan

 Experience summer on Lake Michigan with our weekday evening cruises featuring fireworks*, sunsets, skyline views, and cocktails starting May 27th, 2024. Unwind after work with…

Monday August 5, 2024
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
Franz West: Millennium Park
Aug6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Franz West: Millennium Park

Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…

Tuesday August 6, 2024
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Aug6
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Tuesday August 6, 2024
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Aug6
Tours & Attractions

Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop

“What strange phenomena we find in a great city — all we need do is stroll about with our eyes open.” (Charles Baudelaire) Come experience…

Tuesday August 6, 2024
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Pedway
120 N. LaSalle St.
Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan
Aug6
Tours & Attractions

Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan

 Experience summer on Lake Michigan with our weekday evening cruises featuring fireworks*, sunsets, skyline views, and cocktails starting May 27th, 2024. Unwind after work with…

Tuesday August 6, 2024
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
Franz West: Millennium Park
Aug7
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Franz West: Millennium Park

Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…

Wednesday August 7, 2024
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Aug7
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Level Up: Writers & Gamers

Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…

Wednesday August 7, 2024
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Tropical Wednesdays
Aug7
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!

Wednesday August 7, 2024
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Vintage Bar Chicago
1449 W. Taylor St.
Franz West: Millennium Park
Aug8
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Franz West: Millennium Park

Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…

Thursday August 8, 2024
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Aug8
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Level Up: Writers & Gamers

Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…

Thursday August 8, 2024
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Aug8
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Thursday August 8, 2024
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Aug8
Tours & Attractions

Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop

“What strange phenomena we find in a great city — all we need do is stroll about with our eyes open.” (Charles Baudelaire) Come experience…

Thursday August 8, 2024
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Pedway
120 N. LaSalle St.
Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan
Aug8
Tours & Attractions

Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan

 Experience summer on Lake Michigan with our weekday evening cruises featuring fireworks*, sunsets, skyline views, and cocktails starting May 27th, 2024. Unwind after work with…

Thursday August 8, 2024
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
Franz West: Millennium Park
Aug9
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Franz West: Millennium Park

Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…

Friday August 9, 2024
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Aug9
Tours & Attractions

Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop

“What strange phenomena we find in a great city — all we need do is stroll about with our eyes open.” (Charles Baudelaire) Come experience…

Friday August 9, 2024
10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Pedway
120 N. LaSalle St.
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Aug9
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Level Up: Writers & Gamers

Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…

Friday August 9, 2024
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Early Air & Water Preview Premier Lunch Cruise on Lake Michigan
Aug9
Tours & Attractions

Early Air & Water Preview Premier Lunch Cruise on Lake Michigan

Revel in jaw-dropping views and a decadent meal on one of our Early Air & Water Preview Lunch Cruises on Lake Michigan. Catch part of…

Friday August 9, 2024
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Aug9
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Friday August 9, 2024
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
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