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Interconnected: Birds and Wildflowers of Illinois, Paintings by Molly Cranch
Apr12
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…

Saturday, April 12th
11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
New Monuments | Chicago Brendan Fernandes
Apr12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

New Monuments | Chicago Brendan Fernandes

Envisioned as the first in a series of interventions that engage monuments in and outside of the United States, New Monuments | Chicago by Brendan Fernandes seeks…

Saturday, April 12th
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Grant Park
301 S Columbus Dr
A Tale of Today: Materialities at Driehaus Museum
Apr12
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…

Saturday, April 12th
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Driehaus Museum
40 E Erie St
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
Apr12

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, April 12th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. Entrance
Teatro Zinzanni
Apr12
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, April 12th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Agora Series: Resistance & Resilience Strategies
Apr12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Agora Series: Resistance & Resilience Strategies

The Agora Series is a gathering in which thinkers, creatives, and activists share bold ideas on topics of social concern, bridging the work on Court’s…

Saturday, April 12th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Co-Prosperity
3219 S Morgan
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Apr12
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, April 12th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The Winter’s Tale
Apr12
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Winter’s Tale

One of Shakespeare’s final plays, THE WINTER’S TALE is a romantic comedy with elements of tragedy. King Leontes of Sicilia falsely accuses his wife, Hermione,…

Saturday, April 12th
1:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Windy City Playhouse
3014 W. Irving Park Rd.
41st Chicago Latino Film Festival
Apr12

41st Chicago Latino Film Festival

The 41st edition of the Festival will take place April 3rd-14th with Opening and Closing Night screenings at the Davis Theater on the first and…

Saturday, April 12th
1:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema
2828 N Clark St
Titanique
Apr12
Theatre & Performing Arts

Titanique

Broadway In Chicago presents the Porchlight Music Theatre production of TITANIQUE All aboard NYC’s must-sea musical comedy! When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian…

Saturday, April 12th
2:00 p.m.3:40 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
Twyla Tharp Dance
Apr12
Theatre & Performing Arts

Twyla Tharp Dance

The legendary Twyla Tharp celebrates her 60th anniversary as a choreographer with a coast-to-coast diamond jubilee tour that includes three performances at the Harris Theater. Each…

Saturday, April 12th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Apr12
Theatre & Performing Arts

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Pop the champagne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping…

Saturday, April 12th
2:00 p.m.4:35 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601
King’s Quest @ 40
Apr12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

King’s Quest @ 40

King’s Quest @ 40 February 22 – April 27, 2025 Hours: Saturdays and Sunday 2-5pm General Admission: $8 (Ages 13+) Kids Admission $5 (Ages 5-12),…

Saturday, April 12th
2:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Gamespace
2418 W Bloomingdale Ave Apt 101
Chicago White Sox vs. Boston Red Sox
Apr12
Saturday, April 12th
3:10 p.m.5:30 p.m.
Guaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th St
Evanston Art Center: Jack Austin | Spiritual Journey
Apr12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Evanston Art Center: Jack Austin | Spiritual Journey

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to our upcoming exhibition, Jack Austin | Spiritual Journey. The exhibition will be on…

Saturday, April 12th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central Street
The Evanston Art Center Announces – Victoria Yau Retrospective
Apr12
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Evanston Art Center Announces – Victoria Yau Retrospective

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to Victoria Yau Retrospective  On April 5th, the Evanston Art Center will open an…

Saturday, April 12th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central Street
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Winnipeg Jets
Apr12
Saturday, April 12th
6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.
United Center
1901 W Madison St.
Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Apr12
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic true crime mystery dinner show in the United States. We are now running public and private…

Saturday, April 12th
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown/Magnificent Mile
165 E. Ontario St.
Teatro Zinzanni
Apr12
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, April 12th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
An Evening with Tom Schwartz – Vanderpump Rules
Apr12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

An Evening with Tom Schwartz – Vanderpump Rules

Chicago! SCHWARTZ is coming to your town! Saturday April 12 – Joins HUNDREDS of Vanderpump fans as we sip, dance, and socialize with our closest inside downtown…

Saturday, April 12th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Joy District
112 W Hubbard St
The Distrikt of Lake Michigun: A Most Lamentable Comedy and Most Ridiculous Tragedy
Apr12
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…

Saturday, April 12th
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place Level 6
835 N Michigan Ave
The Infinite Wrench
Apr12
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Infinite Wrench

Don’t miss the longest running late-night show in Chicago! At The Infinite Wrench you’ll see 30 original plays in 60 minutes written and performed by…

Saturday, April 12th
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
The Neo-Futurist Theater
5153 N. Ashland Ave.
Halfway to Halloween Spooktacular: Nightmare Notes
Apr12
Theatre & Performing Arts

Halfway to Halloween Spooktacular: Nightmare Notes

A spine tingling, haunted evening where the eerie beauty of Halloween meets the captivating power of live string music. Celebrating the halfway to Halloween mark,…

Saturday, April 12th
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Second Unitarian Church of Chicago
656 W Barry Ave
Dave Landau at The Comedy Bar
Apr12
Music & Comedy

Dave Landau at The Comedy Bar

Getting his start in Detroit at the Second City’s Conservatory, Dave Landau has risen to become one of the most sought-after comedic headliners today. Dave’s…

Saturday, April 12th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
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