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LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show
Who’s Line is it Anyways meets Fear Factor in LETS PLAY A GAME, a new short form show that’s a unique blend of comedy, chaos,…
Saturday, October 4th
10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.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…
Sunday, October 5thMillennium Park
201 E Randolph StTheatre & Performing Arts
The Lion King
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from…
Sunday, October 5thCadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601Music & 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…
Sunday, October 5th
5:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. RandolphFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day
Wolff’s Flea Market announces opening day April 20, 2025. Join us for our 34th season outdoors at the Allstate Arena, Rosemont. Sundays 6am-2pm through October…
Sunday, October 5th
6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Wolff’s Flea Market
6920 N Mannheim RdFestivals, 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.
Sunday, October 5th
7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Glenwood Sunday Market in Rogers Park
The nonprofit Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) announces 23 local vendors for the 16th anniversary season of the Glenwood Sunday Market, which will operate every…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Maxwell Street Market
Visitors to the Maxwell Street Market will experience an eclectic mix of foods and finds—including handmade crafts, resale housewares, clothing, and much more.
Sunday, October 5th
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Maxwell Street Market
800 S. Desplaines St.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…
Sunday, October 5th
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon Dr.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Boo! at the Zoo
Get ready for a fang-tastic time at BOO! at the Zoo, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s family-friendly Halloween celebration. This event is packed with not-so-scary thrills, festive decorations,…
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.…
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…
Sunday, October 5th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.National Public Housing Museum
919 S. Ada St.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…
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…
Sunday, October 5th
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. EntranceSports & 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…
Sunday, October 5th
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Crossing Borders // La Caccina // Holocene
Ear Taxi Festival presents an ear taxi concert. Celebrate contemporary music with powerful performances from Crossing Borders Music, La Caccina, and Holocene. Crossing Borders’ program…
Sunday, October 5th
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.PianoForte Chicago
1335 South Michigan AvenueTheatre & Performing Arts
Refracted Theatre Company Presents “Dream Hou$e”
Award-winning Refracted Theatre Company presents Dream Hou$e, written by Eliana Pipes and directed by Laura Alcalá Baker, September 12 – October 18, at the Den…
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…
Sunday, October 5th
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Summer Of George, 900 South Wells Street, Chicago, United States
Summer Of George, 900 South Wells Street, Chicago, United StatesMuseums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Evanston Art Center’s 23rd Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to announce our Call for Art for our 23rd Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo. EXHIBITION: 23rd Annual…
Sunday, October 5th
6:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
19100 Ridgeland AveMusic & Comedy
Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear – Do The Reggae Tour
Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear will join forces for the co-headlining Do The Reggae Tour across the United States in fall 2025.
Sunday, October 5th
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.The Salt Shed
1357 N Elston Ave, Chicago, ILTours & 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…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Mr. Wolf
14 years ago, the infant Theresa was stolen from her parents. Now, the precocious 15-year-old has been rescued, and quickly returned to a family that…
Music & Comedy
Air Play Moon Safari
Legendary French duo AIR returns to The Auditorium and to continue celebrating the 25th anniversary of their debut album Moon Safari. Similar to their recent…
Sunday, October 5th
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive

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