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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
Thai Festival Chicago 2025
Jun14
Jun15
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Thai Festival Chicago 2025

Celebrate Thai Culture at the Thai Festival Chicago 2025! June 14–15, 2025 | Thorek Hospital, Chicago, IL Chicago, IL — Experience Thailand’s vibrant sights, sounds,…

Saturday, June 14thSunday, June 15th
Thorek Hospital
851 W Irving Park Rd
Franz West: Millennium Park
Jun14
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…

Saturday, June 14th
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Division Street Farmers Market
Jun14
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.

Saturday, June 14th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Jun14
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…

Saturday, June 14th
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
Chicago Book and Paper Fair
Jun14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Chicago Book and Paper Fair

Booksellers from across the Midwest and the USA will be offering fine antiquarian, rare, collectible, first edition and other books, ephemera and maps.

Saturday, June 14th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Union Hall 1340 W. Washington Blvd
1340 Washington Blvd
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Jun14
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, June 14th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Bronzeville’s 2025 Juneteenth Celebration: Honoring the Legacy of Freedom
Jun14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Bronzeville’s 2025 Juneteenth Celebration: Honoring the Legacy of Freedom

Bronzeville’s 2025 Juneteenth Celebration “Honoring the Legacy of Freedom: Remembering the Past, Inspiring the Future” Join us for a powerful day of unity, culture, and…

Saturday, June 14th
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Absolutely Anything Essential
3521 S. King Drive
Free Art Show on largest LED wall in Chicago
Jun14
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…

Saturday, June 14th
12:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
150 Media Stream
150 N Riverside Plaza
Andersonville Midsommarfest
Jun14
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…

Saturday, June 14th
12:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Clark Street from Foster to Gregory
Windy City Paranormal Festival
Jun14
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,…

Saturday, June 14th
12:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Untitled Supper Club
111 W Kinzie St
Urban Rappels at theWit
Jun14
Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions

Urban Rappels at theWit

Conquer your limits at 278 feet up and rappel down theWit in downtown Chicago. Professional equipment provided and no experience needed. Trained experts guide participants…

Saturday, June 14th
12:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.
The Wit
201 North State Street
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Jun14
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…

Saturday, June 14th
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
Jun14
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, June 14th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
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