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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
Marriott Theatre Announces Spectacular 2025 Season in Celebration of Upcoming 50th Anniversary
Feb5
Jan4
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Announces Spectacular 2025 Season in Celebration of Upcoming 50th Anniversary

Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences will feature a remarkable season of beloved titles for kids of all ages. Chicagoland’s longest-running musical theatre invites theatergoers to…

Wednesday February 5, 2025
7:00 p.m.Sunday January 4, 2026
11:30 p.m.
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Chicago Pizza Pass
Aug6
Dec31
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Chicago Pizza Pass

Say hello to the Choose Chicago Pizza Pass — your ticket to exploring the city’s iconic pizza scene one slice at a time. Choose Chicago…

Wednesday, August 6th
5:00 p.m.Wednesday, December 31st
7:00 p.m.
City wide
Ashland Avenue
Sep6
Oct5
Theatre & Performing Arts

Ashland Avenue

“You gotta start living your life right now. Because someday you’ll wake up and it’s over.” Pete’s TV and Video has served Chicagoland for 40+…

Saturday, September 6th
7:30 p.m.Sunday, October 5th
2:00 p.m.
Goodman Albert Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601
Franz West: Millennium Park
Sep13
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…

Saturday, September 13th
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern
Sep13
Theatre & Performing Arts

Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern

Direct from New York City, the tavern returns to Chicago with an all new production! The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now…

Saturday, September 13th
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
The Messi Experience Chicago
Sep13
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Messi Experience Chicago

The Messi Experience is an immersive and interactive multimedia exhibition inspired by the life and career of Lionel Messi. As part of its world tour,…

Saturday, September 13th
2367 W Logan Blvd Chicago, IL 60647
2367 W Logan Blvd
Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s “Fighting Words Festival”
Sep13
Theatre & Performing Arts

Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s “Fighting Words Festival”

Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s (BWBTC) 2025 season opens with an extended run of its new works festival, the Fighting Words Festival, September 6 –…

Saturday, September 13th
Bramble Arts Loft
Instant Classics Art Show
Sep13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Instant Classics Art Show

Discover how six female artists breathe fresh life into traditional painting at Chicago’s historic Palette & Chisel art club, on view September 5–14. Stop by…

Saturday, September 13th
The Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts
1012 N Dearborn St
Busy Beaver Buttons & Merch “Hot Dam! We’re 30!” Anniversary Party
Sep13
Music & Comedy

Busy Beaver Buttons & Merch “Hot Dam! We’re 30!” Anniversary Party

Busy Beaver Buttons & Merch is thrilled to announce its 30th-anniversary celebration and invites the community to celebrate their milestone at “Hot Dam! We’re 30!” party…

Saturday, September 13th
6:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
Color Club
4146 North Elston Avenue
Franz West: Millennium Park
Sep14
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…

Sunday, September 14th
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern
Sep14
Theatre & Performing Arts

Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern

Direct from New York City, the tavern returns to Chicago with an all new production! The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now…

Sunday, September 14th
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
The Messi Experience Chicago
Sep14
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Messi Experience Chicago

The Messi Experience is an immersive and interactive multimedia exhibition inspired by the life and career of Lionel Messi. As part of its world tour,…

Sunday, September 14th
2367 W Logan Blvd Chicago, IL 60647
2367 W Logan Blvd
Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s “Fighting Words Festival”
Sep14
Theatre & Performing Arts

Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s “Fighting Words Festival”

Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s (BWBTC) 2025 season opens with an extended run of its new works festival, the Fighting Words Festival, September 6 –…

Sunday, September 14th
Bramble Arts Loft
Instant Classics Art Show
Sep14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Instant Classics Art Show

Discover how six female artists breathe fresh life into traditional painting at Chicago’s historic Palette & Chisel art club, on view September 5–14. Stop by…

Sunday, September 14th
The Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts
1012 N Dearborn St
Division Street Farmers Market
Sep14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Division Street Farmers Market

Fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds are available at the Division Street Farmers Market.

Sunday, September 14th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Chicago Kid Fest
Sep14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Sports & Recreation, Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago Kid Fest

Celebrate Back-to-School with a Day of Kids Fun While Learning About Enrichment Programming in Chicago! Chicago Kid Fest is an exciting outdoor event where families…

Sunday, September 14th
9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Music House Humboldt Park
1018 N California Ave
Glenwood Sunday Market in Rogers Park
Sep14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Glenwood Sunday Market in Rogers Park

The nonprofit Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) announces 23 local vendors for the 16th anniversary season of the Glenwood Sunday Market, which will operate every…

Sunday, September 14th
9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Glenwood Alfresco
Abdoulaye Conde at Evanston Art Center
Sep14
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Abdoulaye Conde at Evanston Art Center

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to our upcoming exhibition, Abdoulaye Conde. The exhibition will be on display from August…

Sunday, September 14th
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Now and Then | David Lozano
Sep14
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Now and Then | David Lozano

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to Now and Then | David Lozano. This exhibition is on display from August…

Sunday, September 14th
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
The Muses | Dan Simoneau
Sep14
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Muses | Dan Simoneau

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to The Muses | Dan Simoneau. This exhibition is on display from August 16…

Sunday, September 14th
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition
Sep14
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition. This exhibition is…

Sunday, September 14th
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Maxwell Street Market
Sep14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Maxwell Street Market

Visitors to the Maxwell Street Market will experience an eclectic mix of foods and finds—including handmade crafts, resale housewares, clothing, and much more.

Sunday, September 14th
10:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
Maxwell Street Market
800 S. Desplaines St.
By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience
Sep14
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience dives into the science of biodiversity and what it takes to protect it—showcasing the research, conservation, and education work happening…

Sunday, September 14th
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
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