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A Movement in Every Direction: Legacies of the Great Migration
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

A Movement in Every Direction: Legacies of the Great Migration

A Movement in Every Direction: Legacies of the Great Migration explores the profound impact of the Great Migration on the social and cultural life of…

Friday, April 25th
10:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Apr25
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, April 25th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Level Up: Writers & Gamers

Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…

Friday, April 25th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy
Apr25
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, April 25th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
9603 Woods Drive
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure
Apr25
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, April 25th
10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave
Spring Flower Show at Garfield Park Conservatory
Apr25

Spring Flower Show at Garfield Park Conservatory

This year’s Spring Flower Show, “Rooted in Mystery” explores the critical parts of plants that we don’t usually see – the roots! In addition to…

Garfield Park

Event details
Friday, April 25th
10:00 a.m.8:00 p.m.
Garfield Park Conservatory
300 N. Central Park Ave.
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Apr25
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, April 25th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Interconnected: Birds and Wildflowers of Illinois, Paintings by Molly Cranch
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Interconnected: Birds and Wildflowers of Illinois, Paintings by Molly Cranch

Interconnected: Birds and Wildflowers of Illinois Molly Cranch’s paintings are an exploration of the biodiversity surrounding  us. Working with a soft color palette and layered…

Friday, April 25th
11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO returns to Navy Pier this April 24-27, 2025. Showcasing leading contemporary and modern art galleries, alongside a diverse and inventive program of talks,…

Friday, April 25th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
A Tale of Today: Materialities at Driehaus Museum
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

A Tale of Today: Materialities at Driehaus Museum

The Driehaus Museum’s A Tale of Today: Materialities is an expansive contemporary exhibition that invites viewers to discover the history and architectural richness of the…

Friday, April 25th
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Driehaus Museum
40 E Erie St
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair will return for its 12th edition from April 24-27 at Navy Pier’s Festival Hall. This year’s showcases 170 leading contemporary…

Friday, April 25th
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
Apr25

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, April 25th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. Entrance
Jason Lutes Conversation and Book Signing
Apr25
Theatre & Performing Arts

Jason Lutes Conversation and Book Signing

Join comics creator Jason Lutes in conversation with scholar Dr. Evan H. Carver as they discuss Lutes’s expansive work, Berlin – the source text for…

Friday, April 25th
12:00 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Seminary Co-Op Bookstores
5751 S. Woodlawn Ave
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Apr25
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, April 25th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Chicago Cubs vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Apr25
Friday, April 25th
1:20 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Wrigley Field
1060 West Addison Street
In Conversation: Mayumi Lake and Teresa Silva
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

In Conversation: Mayumi Lake and Teresa Silva

Join artist Mayumi Lake in conversation with Chicago curator and cultural producer Teresa Silva as they discuss Lake’s current installation at 21c Chicago, Unison.   Unison is Mayumi Lake’s…

Friday, April 25th
2:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
21c Museum Hotel Chicago
55 East Ontario St.
The Neon Revolution
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Neon Revolution

NEON REVOLUTION glows with Mike Aguilar’s passion for his neon art CHICAGO, IL – April 24 to April 27, 2025 Local legend and expert neon…

Friday, April 25th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Inside Town Art Collective
1954 S. Troy St.
Art Expo Weekend Pop-Up Exhibit
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Art Expo Weekend Pop-Up Exhibit

Heading to Art Expo Chicago? Come check out a pop-up art exhibit and live art demonstration featuring abstract and mixed media collage artwork by Chicago…

Friday, April 25th
5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Altalia Furniture
410 West Grand Avenue
CAVA | 2025 Later Impressions
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

CAVA | 2025 Later Impressions

EXHIBITION DATES: April 19 – May 25, 2025 OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, April 25, 2025; 5–8pm  GALLERY HOURS: Monday–Thursday, 9am–6pm; Friday, 9am–5pm; Saturday & Sunday, 9am–4pm…

Friday, April 25th
5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central Street
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
Apr25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk

The “First Fridays Art Walk,” organized by the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, welcomes art enthusiasts to explore the neighborhoods’ vibrant arts scene. All…

Friday, April 25th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
FashionBar The Shows: April 2025 -The Modern, Eco Friendly/ Ready2Wear Show
Apr25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

FashionBar The Shows: April 2025 -The Modern, Eco Friendly/ Ready2Wear Show

FashionBar The Shows: April 2025 – Modern, Eco-Friendly & Ready2Wear Show Friday, April 25, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Discover a celebration of…

Friday, April 25th
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave
Teatro Zinzanni
Apr25
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…

Friday, April 25th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
One Earth Film Festival 2025
Apr25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

One Earth Film Festival 2025

One Earth Film Festival returns for its 14th season from April 22-28, 2025, in partnership with the City of Chicago’s Department of Environment. This year’s…

Friday, April 25th
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Chicago
The Distrikt of Lake Michigun: A Most Lamentable Comedy and Most Ridiculous Tragedy
Apr25
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Distrikt of Lake Michigun: A Most Lamentable Comedy and Most Ridiculous Tragedy

Stage Left Theatre, the second-oldest ensemble-based theatre company in Chicago, is pleased to announce its spring 2025 production of The Distrikt of Lake Michigun: A…

Friday, April 25th
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave
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