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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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind
Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind presents one of the most comprehensive exhibitions to date of Yoko Ono, the trailblazing artist, celebrated musician, and formidable campaigner…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Dia de Los Muertos Window Walk
Pilsen-based nonprofit organization, Pilsen Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Benito Juarez Community Academy and Pilarte to kick off their first Dia De Los Muertos…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
312 Comedy Festival
The 312 Comedy Festival, Chicago’s premier multi-day celebration of stand-up, returns for its third year from November 4–9, 2025. This year’s stellar lineup includes Pete Holmes,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Black Harvest Film Festival
Celebrating its 31st year in 2025, the Black Harvest Film Festival is Chicago’s annual showcase for Black film across the diaspora. Born from an urgent…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Chicago Repertory Ballet presents The Capulets
Chicago Repertory Ballet is proud to announce the World Premiere of its original ballet, The Capulets. Set in the fictional universe of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet,…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Twilight in Concert
Experience the legendary romance saga with this epic film-to-concert event – featuring the original movie accompanied by a sensational live band on stage and an…
“Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers”
On view from Oct. 25, 2025, through Mar. 22, 2026, in the Chicago Rooms (2nd Floor North), this exhibition explores the intersections of caregiving, creativity…
Black Harvest Film Festival
Celebrating its 31st year in 2025, the Black Harvest Film Festival is Chicago’s annual showcase for Black film across the diaspora. The 31st Annual Black…
Tours & Attractions
Andersonville Autumn Restaurant Week
We invite you to experience the flavors of Andersonville at our inaugural Autumn Restaurant Week, from Saturday, November 1 through Sunday, November 9. Explore a…
The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S.
The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S. is a large-scale exhibition celebrating the rich history of The Joffrey Ballet and the life of Robert Joffrey. The…
Balloon Museum: EmotionAir
The Pop Air and Let’s Fly exhibitions continue to thrill and engage a participative audience, but EmotionAir sets an even more ambitious goal. This latest…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
CSI | Materiality in Sculpture: A Dialogue Between Substance and Form
Evanston Art Center 2025 Exhibition: CSI | Materiality in Sculpture: A Dialogue Between Substance and Form EXHIBITION DATES: September 27 – November 9, 2025 OPENING…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here
A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here will be exhibited in the Second Floor Gallery of the Art Center. The opening reception is free…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Lindsy Rice Chicago Pottery Pop Up at nsc-printers row
Join us for a semi-monthly pop up with local potter Lindsy Rice. If you haven’t yet touched her beautiful pottery, felt its texture, heft, and…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Leo Lionni’s Frederick
While other mice are gathering food for the winter, Frederick daydreams the summer away. But when fall weather comes, it is Frederick who has stored…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Tree Lighting & Cultural Festival at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Join Griffin MSI’s Tree Lighting & Cultural Festival to kick off the beloved Christmas Around the World and Holiday of Lights exhibits. Take in the…
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…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Brookfield Zoo Chicago Tree Trim
Celebrate the season with Tree Trim at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, the perfect way to kick off the holidays! Purchase a tree to decorate and help…
Tours & Attractions
Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
Big Bus Tours’ daily Hop-On, Hop-Off tours offer visitors a convenient way to explore Chicago’s vibrant downtown, including historic landmarks, cultural institutions and hidden gems.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing
This exhibition at the National Public Housing Museum explores the role of open space—large lawns and tenant gardens, paved paths and play spaces, shady seating…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 provides a panoramic view through history and truth, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to witness stories of survival, ask questions, and reflect…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Toy & Game Fair
The 22nd annual Holiday Chicago Toy & Game Fair – North America’s largest toy & game fair open to the public with experiential and immersive…
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