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Cut to the Chase 2025
May4
Theatre & Performing Arts

Cut to the Chase 2025

A staple of Chicago theater for over two decades, CUT TO THE CHASE presents six new plays as one fun night of theater. This year’s…

Sunday, May 4th
3:00 p.m.4:30 p.m.
The Den Theatre
1331 N Milwaukee Ave
Helena & Hermia in the Enamored Odyssey
May4
Theatre & Performing Arts

Helena & Hermia in the Enamored Odyssey

In Harken’s Hold, England, a Duke prepares for his grand wedding to the future Duchess. Local law states a daughter must obey her father’s every…

Sunday, May 4th
3:00 p.m.5:30 p.m.
The Den Theatre
1331 N Milwaukee Ave
Star Wars VILLAINOUS Board Gaming Event – Snakes & Lattes Chicago
May4
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Star Wars VILLAINOUS Board Gaming Event – Snakes & Lattes Chicago

MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU! Come celebrate Star Wars Day at Snakes & Lattes Chicago on May the 4th. Become an iconic Star Wars Villain! Use your…

Sunday, May 4th
3:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Snakes & Lattes Chicago
1965 N. Milwaukee Avenue
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
May4
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, May 4th
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
You Win Some, You Dim Sum
May4
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

You Win Some, You Dim Sum

We don’t celebrate our wins enough!! Carve out some time in your week to come to You Win Some, You Dim Sum, a show where…

Sunday, May 4th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge Theater
2040 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Titanique
May4
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…

Sunday, May 4th
6:30 p.m.8:10 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
October London & Tamar Braxton – The October Nights Tour: Calling All Lovers
May4
Music & Comedy

October London & Tamar Braxton – The October Nights Tour: Calling All Lovers

October London & Tamar Braxton will perform live at The Chicago Theatre on May 4, 2025.

Sunday, May 4th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State
Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical
May5
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical

Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by…

Monday, May 5th
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
May5
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…

Monday, May 5th
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
Flight of Butterflies
May5
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…

Monday, May 5th
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
May5
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…

Monday, May 5th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
May5
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…

Monday, May 5th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
“PAWS on the Plaza” at The Langham, Chicago
May5
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

“PAWS on the Plaza” at The Langham, Chicago

To celebrate National Pet Week, The Langham, Chicago is partnering with PAWS Chicago for a heartwarming “PAWS on the Plaza” event on Monday, May 5.…

Monday, May 5th
4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Outdoor Plaza at The Langham, Chicago
330 N Wabash Ave
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
May5
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…

Monday, May 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 States
Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants
May5
Monday, May 5th
6:40 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Wrigley Field
1060 West Addison Street
Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical
May6
Theatre & Performing Arts

Marriott Theatre Presents: Titanic The Musical

Chicagoland’s longest running musical theatre, Marriott Theatre, continues its 50th Anniversary Season celebration with the epic production of Titanic The Musical, directed and choreographed by…

Tuesday, May 6th
Marriott Theatre
10 Marriott Dr.
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
May6
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…

Tuesday, May 6th
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
May6
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…

Tuesday, May 6th
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
Flight of Butterflies
May6
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…

Tuesday, May 6th
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
May6
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…

Tuesday, May 6th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
May6
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…

Tuesday, May 6th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
May6
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…

Tuesday, May 6th
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
Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants
May6
Tuesday, May 6th
6:40 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Wrigley Field
1060 West Addison Street
Titanique
May6
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…

Tuesday, May 6th
7:00 p.m.8:40 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
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