Upcoming Chicago Events

Name: Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem
Start: 2026-08-30T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-08-30T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Chicago Architecture Center

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August 28, 2026: Aug28
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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Friday, August 28th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
Aug28
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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Friday, August 28th
10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
Aug28
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…
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Friday, August 28th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Aug28
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, August 28th
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial
Aug28
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, August 28th
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Aug28
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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Friday, August 28th
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug28
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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Friday, August 28th
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
August 29, 2026: Aug29
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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Saturday, August 29th
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug29
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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Saturday, August 29th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Aug29
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
Saturday, August 29th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.
Aug29
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
Saturday, August 29th
10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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Flyover
600 E. Grand Ave
Aug29
Tours & Attractions
All That Glam: Chicago’s Art Deco Masterpieces Walking Tour
“All That Glam: Chicago’s Art Deco Masterpieces” is a 2-hour walking tour celebrating the glitz, elegance, and futuristic flair of Chicago’s 1920s Art Deco buildings…
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Saturday, August 29th
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug29
Tours & Attractions
The Chinatown Adventure Food Tour
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors and rich history of Chicago’s Chinatown on our top-rated TripAdvisor food and culture tour. Enjoy seated dining at five…
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Saturday, August 29th
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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Triple Crown
2217 S Wentworth Ave,
Aug29
Tours & Attractions
Yes, Chef! Chicago: A Bear-Inspired Food Tour
This is the ORIGINAL Chicago food tour that takes you to the restaurants featured on the TV phenomenon, The Bear. We’ll take you to the actual…
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Saturday, August 29th
11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Ground Up Coffee & Bites
363 W Erie St,
Aug29
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…
Event details
Saturday, August 29th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Aug29
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…
Event details
Saturday, August 29th
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial
Aug29
Tours & Attractions
Chicago Greeter Neighborhood PopUp Series – Buena Park
Join the Chicago Greeter Neighborhood PopUp Series for FREE guided walks through the city’s vibrant neighborhoods – led by friendly local volunteers! Come explore, connect and experience Chicago like…
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Saturday, August 29th
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church
4220 N. Sheridan Road
Aug29
Tours & Attractions
Iconic Foods of Chicago Food Tour
Chicago is known across the world for inventing and perfecting five authentic dishes that are “must eats” and the Iconic Foods of Chicago Food tour…
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Saturday, August 29th
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Lou Malnati’s
439 N Wells St
Aug29
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
Event details
Saturday, August 29th
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Aug29
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
Saturday, August 29th
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
See all events in series
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug29
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
Saturday, August 29th
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug29
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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Saturday, August 29th
8:45 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
August 30, 2026: Aug30
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
Sunday, August 30th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Aug30
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
Sunday, August 30th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
See all events in series
Chicago Architecture Center
111 E. Wacker Dr.