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Evanston Salt Costs Climbing
May22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Evanston Salt Costs Climbing

Winters keep getting worse in Evanston, IL, where salt truck drivers Peter and Basil battle the ice and snow and pass the time with jokes…

Thursday, May 22nd
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Den Theatre
1331 N Milwaukee Ave
Galileo
May22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Galileo

Galileo is a humanizing and compelling portrait of the great scientist, torn between his scientific principles and his desire for the comfortable life that compliance with…

Thursday, May 22nd
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Trap Door Theatre
1655 W. Cortland St.
Chicago Cop Macbeth
May22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago Cop Macbeth

The Conspirators present Chicago Cop Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted and directed by Wm. Bullion, at the Otherworld Theatre, 3914 N. Clark St., May 16…

Thursday, May 22nd
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Otherworld Theatre
3914 N. Clark St.
The Roys of Succession Do Something Normal: An Improvised Show!
May22
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Roys of Succession Do Something Normal: An Improvised Show!

The famously dramatic leads from Succession – including Logan, Kendall, Shiv, Roman, and Connor Roy – try to accomplish something normal in a one hour…

Thursday, May 22nd
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
Lust for Life, Rock n’ Roll Burlesque, Returns to Lemon
May22
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Lust for Life, Rock n’ Roll Burlesque, Returns to Lemon

Lust for Life: A Rock-Out BurlyQ Revue is back May 22nd and READY TO ROCK THROUGH YOUR THIRSTY THURSDAY in their brand new home, Lemon!…

Thursday, May 22nd
9:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Lemon, 1600 W Grand Ave
1600 W Grand Ave
Franz West: Millennium Park
May23
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…

Friday, May 23rd
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical
May23
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical

Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by…

Friday, May 23rd
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre
May23
May24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre

Each week, Chicago comics bring the freshest, most experimental new material to the Annoyance for the Comedy Hour. The weekly show is an eclectic mix…

Friday, May 23rd
12:00 a.m.Saturday, May 24th
1:00 a.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Division Street Farmers Market
May23
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.

Friday, May 23rd
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
War of the Worlds
May23
Theatre & Performing Arts

War of the Worlds

Breaking news: the Martians have landed…in Chicago! Our world is being watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than ours, yet just as mortal. They…

Friday, May 23rd
8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Lifeline Theater, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave., Chicago, IL 60626
6912 N. Glenwood Ave.
Lifeline Theatre Presents World Premiere of H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds
May23
Theatre & Performing Arts

Lifeline Theatre Presents World Premiere of H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds

Breaking news: the Martians have landed…in Chicago! Our world is watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than ours, yet just as mortal. They regard…

Friday, May 23rd
8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Lifeline Theater, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave., Chicago, IL 60626
6912 N. Glenwood Ave.
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
May23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn

Inspiration for art can come from many sources. Retired University of Chicago Medicine neurosurgeon and artist Richard Penn finds inspiration in nature, philosophy, science, and…

Friday, May 23rd
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
May23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…

Friday, May 23rd
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
Flight of Butterflies
May23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Flight of Butterflies

ntroducing the Flight of Butterflies! This city-wide exhibit merges nature, art, and story telling, creating a memorable experience for all in Chicago. Local artists adorn…

Friday, May 23rd
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
May23
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, May 23rd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy
May23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy

In 1942, in response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law Executive Order 9066. The law ordered…

Friday, May 23rd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
9603 Woods Drive
Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
May23
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.…

Friday, May 23rd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure
May23
Tours & Attractions

Hershey Super Sweet Adventure

You and your family can seek, play, and explore at Hershey Super Sweet Adventure, an interactive experience designed for guests of all ages! This unique…

Friday, May 23rd
10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
May23
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Friday, May 23rd
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
May23
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey

Fusing floral design and bespoke fashion, global sensation Fleurs de Villes returns to 900 North Michigan Shops May 21-25 with new show Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey – a fresh…

Friday, May 23rd
11:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
900 North Michigan Shops
900 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Riverwalk
May23

Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Riverwalk

Explore the Chicago Riverwalk with our knowledgeable volunteers! InstaGreeter walks take you on a free hour-long guided walk of the Riverwalk, without the need to…

Friday, May 23rd
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
May23

Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop

InstaGreeter Downtown walks Looking for a quick and easy way to see downtown Chicago’s top sights? Let InstaGreeter take you on a free hour-long guided…

Friday, May 23rd
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. Entrance
Free Art Show on largest LED wall in Chicago
May23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Free Art Show on largest LED wall in Chicago

The exhibition Four Techspressionist Artists is on view at 150 Media Stream in Chicago from April 28 to July 20, 2025. 150 Media Stream is an exciting venue…

Friday, May 23rd
12:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
150 Media Stream
150 N Riverside Plaza
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
May23
Tours & Attractions

Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle

Experience Chicago’s Stunning Skyline from the Water! AVAILABLE NOW SAIL DAILY May 16, THROUGH Sept 28! Leave the hustle and bustle behind! Explore Chicago’s shores with…

Friday, May 23rd
1:00 p.m.2:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
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