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Tom Torluemke: LIVE! ON PAPER, 1987 – 2024
Aug9
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Tom Torluemke: LIVE! ON PAPER, 1987 – 2024

Tom Torluemke is a contemporary artist whose practice spans 40+ years and includes works in painting, drawing, sculpture, performance, and various mediums. Tom is known…

Saturday, August 9th
10:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom
Aug9
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom

Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom is a massive and immersive series comprising embellishments of glass, crystals, shells, sand, metal, and…

Saturday, August 9th
10:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
Aug9
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.…

Saturday, August 9th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing
Aug9
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…

Saturday, August 9th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
National Public Housing Museum
919 S. Ada St.
Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection
Aug9
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e features 70 works and handcrafted objects by the masters of Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868). The collection features 53 woodblock prints and original…

Saturday, August 9th
10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Aug9
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…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

The 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville

🥳 The 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville Is Here! 🎾 Food. Music. Community. Tennis. Bronzeville’s biggest block party is back—and this year we’re serving up…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
XS Tennis
5336 S State
Ginza Holiday Festival
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Ginza Holiday Festival

Celebrate Japanese culture at the 70th Annual Ginza Holiday Festival, hosted by Midwest Buddhist Temple August 8–10. Enjoy authentic food, traditional music and dance, artisan…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Midwest Buddhist Temple
435 W. Menomonee Street
Veggie Fest Chicago 2025
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Veggie Fest Chicago 2025

15th Annual Veggie Fest Chicago Returns to Lisle IL August 9 & 10 2025 FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING One of North America’s largest and…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.8:00 p.m.
Danada South Park, 2701 Navistar Circle, Lisle, IL 60532
2701 Navistar Circle,
Northalsted Marketdays
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Northalsted Marketdays

Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood. The 1/2 mile long summer festival features…

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
Halsted & Belmont to Halsted & Addison
3600 N Halsted St
LIV Golf Chicago
Aug9
Sports & Recreation

LIV Golf Chicago

Get ready, Chicago — LIV Golf is returning to Bolingbrook Golf Club this August with an unforgettable weekend of world-class golf competition, incredible entertainment, and…

Saturday, August 9th
11:15 a.m.5:30 p.m.
Bolingbrook Golf Club
2001 Rodeo Drive
Make it a Family Weekend at LIV Golf Chicago
Aug9
Sports & Recreation

Make it a Family Weekend at LIV Golf Chicago

LIV Golf Chicago is teeing up an unforgettable weekend of family fun this August, where world-class competition meets next-gen entertainment for fans of all ages.…

Saturday, August 9th
11:15 a.m.5:30 p.m.
Bolingbrook Golf Club
2001 Rodeo Drive
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Riverwalk
Aug9

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…

Saturday, August 9th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
Aug9

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…

Saturday, August 9th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. Entrance
Teatro Zinzanni
Aug9
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…

Saturday, August 9th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches
Aug9
Theatre & Performing Arts

Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches

Part One of Tony Kushner’s two-part, Pulitzer Prize-winning expansive, poetic, and politically charged look at the ‘80s in America. In the midst of the AIDS…

Saturday, August 9th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Windy City Playhouse
3014 W. Irving Park Rd.
Rappel In Northwest Chicago
Aug9
Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions

Rappel In Northwest Chicago

Conquer your limits at 168 feet up and rappel down the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca Illinois. Professional equipment provided and no experience needed. Trained…

Saturday, August 9th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd.
Iconic Rock Band Good Charlotte to Perform at LIV Golf Chicago
Aug9
Music & Comedy

Iconic Rock Band Good Charlotte to Perform at LIV Golf Chicago

On Saturday, August 9, multi-platinum, rock superstars Good Charlotte will bring their anthemic sound to Bolingbrook Golf Club, closing out day two of LIV Golf…

Saturday, August 9th
12:15 p.m.5:30 p.m.
Bolingbrook Golf Club
2001 Rodeo Drive
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Aug9
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…

Saturday, August 9th
1:00 p.m.2:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Kazoozapalooza: Pedal Powered Program Year 4: The Black Man from Macon
Aug9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Kazoozapalooza: Pedal Powered Program Year 4: The Black Man from Macon

Cabinet of Curiosity presents “Kazoozapalooza Pedal Powered Program Year 4: The Black Man from Macon” beginning  July 26 at 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at…

Saturday, August 9th
1:00 p.m.2:30 p.m.
Various locations
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Aug9
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…

Saturday, August 9th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Guardians of the Earth and Sky
Aug9
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Guardians of the Earth and Sky

Come on an adventure with the Four Celestial Guardians: the White Tiger of the West, the Black Tortoise of the North, the Azure Dragon of…

Saturday, August 9th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Palmisano Park
2901 S Poplar Avenue
Gruesome Playground Injuries
Aug9
Theatre & Performing Arts

Gruesome Playground Injuries

Doug meets Kayleen. Kayleen meets Doug. Kayleen picks gravel out of Doug’s hand. Doug’s eye gets blown out. Spanning 30 years and several serious injuries,…

Saturday, August 9th
2:30 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Greenhouse Theater Center
2257 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Aug9
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…

Saturday, August 9th
3:00 p.m.4:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
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