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NoMI Garden Maison Marché: Season Opener
NoMI Garden Maison Marché: Season Opener Friday, May 16 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 7th Floor of Park Hyatt Chicago $125 Early Bird Admission…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
3rd Fridays Free Admission Night
Free Admission Museum Nights take place every third Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8 pm! The tour will start at 6:00 pm…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Windy City Margarita Fest
Windy City Margarita Fest is back, so mark your calendars! We’re serving up 15+ kinds of margaritas—from OG classics to new flavors that’ll hit just…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
4th Annual Lincoln Park Mayfest
As Chicago’s premiere summer kickoff event, Lincoln Park Mayfest is a lively celebration of the neighborhood’s spirit and talent. Enjoy performances from top local bands…
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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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Tactile Terrain: Opening Reception
Jackson Junge Gallery is pleased to present their second group exhibition of the year, TACTILE TERRAIN, featuring the artwork of over 30 artists. The exhibition…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Zhou B Art Center 3rd Friday
Zhou B Art Center opens exhibitions every 3rd Friday of the month with an evening reception from 7pm-10pm hosted by resident artists and galleries. This…
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Joan Collaso & The Family
Joan Collaso will be performing her repertoire of beloved songs. Emmy award winner and international vocalist, Joan was born, raised and is living in Chicago.…
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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Two hundred fifty one days
Two hundred fifty one days, a solo exhibition by Bryana Bibbs, is an artist’s exploration of loss, ancestry, time, and memory. The show’s title references…
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.
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Shadow of the Colossus 20th Anniversary
Shadow of the Colossus 20th Anniversary May 3 – June 29, 2025 Hours: Saturdays and Sunday 2-5pm General Admission: $8 (Ages 13+) Kids Admission $5…
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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Midwest Bonsai Society 19th Annual May Bonsai Exhibit
The Midwest Bonsai Society May Exhibit is pleased to announce that it is going into its 19th year in 2025. It is known for its…
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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…
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…
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…
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Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days
Step into history at the Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days! The Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days is arriving May 17~18, 2025 with a station full…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy
Civic String Quartet at WNDR Museum
Musicians of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago perform a concert at the Chicago WNDR Museum. Selections from works by Dvorak, Debussy, Price, Shostakovich, and Kosma/Takemitsu.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Learning Series | The Space Between
About the Event The MCA’s School Partnership for Art and Civic Engagement program, also known as SPACE, is a partnership with Chicago Public Schools that embeds…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Maifest at the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub
Maifest is a centuries old German festival celebrating the arrival of spring. It all began with neighbors and friends celebrating the arrival of warm weather…
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Ferris Bueller in the Art Institute of Chicago – Guided Walking Tour
Calling art enthusiasts and Ferris Bueller fans! Get ready to step into the iconic world of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off on our popular 90-minute guided walking tour…
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…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Windy City Margarita Fest
Windy City Margarita Fest is back, so mark your calendars! We’re serving up 15+ kinds of margaritas—from OG classics to new flavors that’ll hit just…
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