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Charting Imaginary Worlds: Why Fantasy and Games Are Inseparable
Oct2
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Charting Imaginary Worlds: Why Fantasy and Games Are Inseparable

From Dungeons & Dragons to The Witcher, fantasy has long been a popular theme for games. But the relationship between fantasy and games is longer…

Thursday, October 2nd
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience
Oct2
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…

Thursday, October 2nd
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Oct2
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…

Thursday, October 2nd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
Oct2
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.…

Thursday, October 2nd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing
Oct2
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…

Thursday, October 2nd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
National Public Housing Museum
919 S. Ada St.
Alice in Wonderland
Oct2
Theatre & Performing Arts

Alice in Wonderland

Follow Alice as she travels down the Rabbit Hole to the most amazing places!  Along her fantastic journey she’ll meet the Mad Hatter, March Hare,…

Thursday, October 2nd
10:30 a.m.11:30 p.m.

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Oct2
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…

Thursday, October 2nd
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Gyotaku Impressions of the Sea
Oct2
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Gyotaku Impressions of the Sea

This exhibition presents the work of Gyotaku Master Dwight Hwang, renowned for his dedication to preserving the authenticity and artistry of this traditional practice. The exhibition…

Thursday, October 2nd
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Heritage Museum of Asian Art
3FL, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609
Seadog Architecture Tour on the Chicago River
Oct2
Tours & Attractions

Seadog Architecture Tour on the Chicago River

Soak in unobstructed views of Chicago’s world-famous architecture with an exciting 45-minute ride on our Seadog Chicago River Architecture Tour! Starting right on the Chicago…

Thursday, October 2nd
12:30 p.m.1:30 p.m.
City Cruises – River Esplanade
455 N Cityfront Plaza Dr
EXP Presents Horizon of Khufu
Oct2
Tours & Attractions

EXP Presents Horizon of Khufu

Be among the first to experience EXP Rosemont, a brand-new 26,000-square-foot immersive destination blending art, science and technology through rotating world-class experiences. Opening its doors…

Thursday, October 2nd
1:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
EXP
9900 Berwyn Avenue
Architecture River Tour in Chicago
Oct2
Tours & Attractions

90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago

Experience Chicago’s Best 90-Min Architecture Boat Tour starting May 3, 2025! Led by expert tour guides, this is perfect for all ages. Explore the city’s…

Thursday, October 2nd
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Summer Of George
900 South Wells Street
Chicago Seadog Haunted River Tour
Oct2
Tours & Attractions

Chicago Seadog Haunted River Tour

Step aboard our Seadog Haunted Tours for a fun-filled journey through Chicago’s history of ghosts, spirits, scandals, and sins. As you cruise along the Chicago…

Thursday, October 2nd
5:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.
City Cruises – River Esplanade
455 N Cityfront Plaza Dr
FashionBar The Shows: October 2025 – Trans Media Fashion
Oct2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts

FashionBar The Shows: October 2025 – Trans Media Fashion

Trans Media Fashion celebrates diversity, inclusion, and self-expression, with collections created to amplify LGBTQ voices through fashion. This runway experience blends identity and artistry with…

Thursday, October 2nd
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave
Abby Paj Tries to Stay Alive
Oct2
Theatre & Performing Arts

Abby Paj Tries to Stay Alive

Abby Paj Tries to Stay Alive is a solo show written and performed by Neo-Futurist Ensemble Member, Abby Pajakowksi. THE DOOMSDAY CLOCK TICKS 89 SECONDS…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Neo-Futurist Theater
5153 N. Ashland Ave.
Clued In: Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way
Oct2
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Clued In: Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way

YOU’RE INVITED…to bear witness to a fully improvised murder mystery. Six improvisers find themselves trapped on stage with a murderer, and nobody knows who the…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Stars & Garters Presents “Stars & Garters After Dark”
Oct2
Theatre & Performing Arts

Stars & Garters Presents “Stars & Garters After Dark”

Chicago’s brand new Stars & Garters, 3914 N Clark St, presents Stars & Garters After Dark, every Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Rouge Room.…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Stars and Garters Club
3914 N Clark St
Teatro Zinzanni
Oct2
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
The 4th Annual Latina Comedy Festival
Oct2
Music & Comedy

The 4th Annual Latina Comedy Festival

The Latina Comedy Festival is back! Join us October 2nd-4th in Chicago for a 3 day comedy extravanganza packed with shows, parties, and workshops celebrating…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge
2040 North Milwaukee Avenue
Ashland Avenue
Oct2
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+…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:30 p.m.
Goodman Albert Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601
OhJay Lamont & Friends at The Comedy Bar
Oct2
Music & Comedy

OhJay Lamont & Friends at The Comedy Bar

2-Item Minimum Per Guest First Come, First Served Seating No Outside Food or Beverage Valid ID Required at Entry OhJay Lamont, born and raised on…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
Things With Friends
Oct2
Theatre & Performing Arts

Things With Friends

World premiere by Kristoffer Diaz (Tony Award nominee, Pulitzer Prize finalist) Manhattan. Burt and Adele are hosting a dinner party. Steak is on the stove.…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
American Blues Theater
5627 N Lincoln Blvd
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
Oct2
Tours & Attractions

Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour

Big Bus Tours, the global leader in open-top bus sightseeing, invites visitors to experience the enhanced Sunset Live Tour in Chicago. Available May 8 through…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:30 p.m.9:15 p.m.
618 N Clark St.
618 N. Clark St
Mr. Wolf
Oct2
Theatre & Performing Arts

Mr. Wolf

12 years ago, Theresa was stolen from her parents. Now a precocious 15-year-old, she has been rescued and returned to a family that had nearly…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Big White Fog
Oct2
Theatre & Performing Arts

Big White Fog

Theodore Ward’s Big White Fog is the big shoulders on which A Raisin in the Sun stands. First completed in 1938, funded by the Federal Theatre Project, and influenced…

Thursday, October 2nd
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Court Theatre
5535 S. Ellis, Chicago, IL, 60637
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