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Name: Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Start: 2026-08-28T16:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-08-28T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Inside Chicago Walking Tours

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August 22, 2026: Aug22
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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Saturday, August 22nd
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Aug22
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 22nd
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug22
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 22nd
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug22
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 22nd
8:45 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
August 23, 2026: Aug23
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 23rd
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Aug23
Tours & Attractions
Gateway to The West Loop Food Tour
Take a walk with us down Randolph Street in the buzzy West Loop neighborhood for an insider’s peek into Chicago’s most talked-about restaurants, homegrown breweries,…
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Sunday, August 23rd
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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Formento’s
925 W Randolph St
Aug23
Tours & Attractions
Street Foods of Pilsen Food Tour
Cruise with us down to the Lower West Side neighborhood of Pilsen that Forbes calls one of the “12 Coolest Neighborhoods Around the World” for…
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Sunday, August 23rd
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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5 Rabanitos
1758 W 18th St
Aug23
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
Sunday, August 23rd
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
August 24, 2026: Aug24
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
Monday, August 24th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Aug24
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
Monday, August 24th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
August 25, 2026: Aug25
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
Tuesday, August 25th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Aug25
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
Tuesday, August 25th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
August 26, 2026: Aug26
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
Wednesday, August 26th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Aug26
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
Wednesday, August 26th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Aug26
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!
Event details
Wednesday, August 26th
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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Vintage Bar Chicago
1449 W. Taylor St.
Aug26
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…
Event details
Wednesday, August 26th
8:45 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
August 27, 2026: Aug27
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
Thursday, August 27th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Aug27
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, August 27th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Aug27
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
Thursday, August 27th
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
August 28, 2026: Aug28
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…
Event details
Friday, August 28th
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Aug28
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, August 28th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Aug28
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, August 28th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
See all events in series
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
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
Event details
Friday, August 28th
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
See all events in series
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…
Event details
Friday, August 28th
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
See all events in series
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase