Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem
Aug19
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,…

Wednesday, August 19th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
This Summer, Flyover’s Double Feature Takes Guests on Two Unforgettable Journeys Under One Roof
Aug19
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,…

Wednesday, August 19th
10:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
City Cruises Chicago Seadog Speedboat Thrill Rides
Aug19
Tours & Attractions

City Cruises Chicago Seadog Speedboat Thrill Rides

For guests looking to turn up the excitement, City Cruises Seadog cruises deliver an unforgettable combination of speed and skyline views. By day, Seadog offers…

Wednesday, August 19th
11:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Tropical Wednesdays
Aug19
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 19th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Vintage Bar Chicago
1449 W. Taylor St.
FIREWORKS! – Aboard the Tall Ship Windy.
Aug19
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…

Wednesday, August 19th
8:45 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Aug20
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…

Thursday, August 20th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
American Writers Museum
Aug20
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…

Thursday, August 20th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem
Aug20
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,…

Thursday, August 20th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
This Summer, Flyover’s Double Feature Takes Guests on Two Unforgettable Journeys Under One Roof
Aug20
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,…

Thursday, August 20th
10:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
City Cruises Chicago Seadog Speedboat Thrill Rides
Aug20
Tours & Attractions

City Cruises Chicago Seadog Speedboat Thrill Rides

For guests looking to turn up the excitement, City Cruises Seadog cruises deliver an unforgettable combination of speed and skyline views. By day, Seadog offers…

Thursday, August 20th
11:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Aug20
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…

Thursday, August 20th
4:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Open Your Eyes: Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop Walking Tour
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
American Writers Museum
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem
Aug21
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,…

Friday, August 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
This Summer, Flyover’s Double Feature Takes Guests on Two Unforgettable Journeys Under One Roof
Aug21
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,…

Friday, August 21st
10:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
City Cruises Chicago Seadog Speedboat Thrill Rides
Aug21
Tours & Attractions

City Cruises Chicago Seadog Speedboat Thrill Rides

For guests looking to turn up the excitement, City Cruises Seadog cruises deliver an unforgettable combination of speed and skyline views. By day, Seadog offers…

Friday, August 21st
11:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Chicago Greeter Riverwalk InstaGreeter Walk
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial
Chicago Greeter – Loop InstaGreeter
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
1:30 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
4:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
3rd Fridays Free Admission Night
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Heritage Museum of Asian Art
3FL, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609
Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Aug21
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…

Friday, August 21st
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Spotlight Reading Series: A Century of Black Progress
Aug22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions

Spotlight Reading Series: A Century of Black Progress

Featuring the most ambitious programming to date, Court Theatre’s 2026 landmark Spotlight Reading Series is organized around the theme “A Century of Black Progress” and…

Saturday, August 22nd
Court Theatre
5535 S. Ellis, Chicago, IL, 60637
Open Your Eyes: Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop Walking Tour
Aug22
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…

Saturday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase