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The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Jun12
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, June 12th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Free Art Show on largest LED wall in Chicago
Jun12
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…

Thursday, June 12th
12:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
150 Media Stream
150 N Riverside Plaza
Windy City Paranormal Festival
Jun12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Windy City Paranormal Festival

This summer, the supernatural takes center stage as Windy City Paranormal Festival (Windy City ParaFest) descends upon Chicago for four thrilling days of mystery, magic,…

Thursday, June 12th
12:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Untitled Supper Club
111 W Kinzie St
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Jun12
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…

Thursday, June 12th
1:00 p.m.2:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Jun12
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…

Thursday, June 12th
3:00 p.m.4:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
Jun12
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, June 12th
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 States
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
Jun12
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, June 12th
7:30 p.m.9:15 p.m.
618 N Clark St.
618 N. Clark St
Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan
Jun12
Tours & Attractions

Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan

 Experience summer on Lake Michigan with our weekday evening cruises featuring fireworks*, sunsets, skyline views, and cocktails starting May 27th, 2024. Unwind after work with…

Thursday, June 12th
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
DuSable Harbor 200 N Breakwater Access
Franz West: Millennium Park
Jun13
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…

Friday, June 13th
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Division Street Farmers Market
Jun13
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.

Friday, June 13th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Jun13
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

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…

Friday, June 13th
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Jun13
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, June 13th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Movies and TV in Chicago’s Union Station – Guided Walking Tour
Jun13
Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions

Movies and TV in Chicago’s Union Station – Guided Walking Tour

Embark on a 75-minute guided walking tour through Chicago’s historic Union Station to explore its longtime Hollywood connections. Discover how this iconic train station and…

Friday, June 13th
10:30 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Union Station
225 S Canal St
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Jun13
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, June 13th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Free Art Show on largest LED wall in Chicago
Jun13
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…

Friday, June 13th
12:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
150 Media Stream
150 N Riverside Plaza
Andersonville Midsommarfest
Jun13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Andersonville Midsommarfest

Summer. Starts. HERE. Midsommarfest returns to Andersonville for its 59th year—and it’s your official invitation to celebrate in the streets and kick off Pride season…

Friday, June 13th
12:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Clark Street from Foster to Gregory
Windy City Paranormal Festival
Jun13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions

Windy City Paranormal Festival

This summer, the supernatural takes center stage as Windy City Paranormal Festival (Windy City ParaFest) descends upon Chicago for four thrilling days of mystery, magic,…

Friday, June 13th
12:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Untitled Supper Club
111 W Kinzie St
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Jun13
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…

Friday, June 13th
1:00 p.m.2:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Jun13
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, June 13th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Jun13
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…

Friday, June 13th
3:00 p.m.4:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
Jun13
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…

Friday, June 13th
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 States
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
Jun13
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, June 13th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
A Night with John Daly
Jun13
Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions

A Night with John Daly

Duration 3 hours Multi-course buffet dinner Premium open bar Shared cabaret seating Onboard DJ entertainment Stunning city skyline views Live show experience

Friday, June 13th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
Jun13
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…

Friday, June 13th
7:30 p.m.9:15 p.m.
618 N Clark St.
618 N. Clark St
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