10/31: Saturday 1PM vs St. John’s: Halloween at Wish Field Celebrate Halloween with themed music, costumes, and family-friendly fun throughout the afternoon.
Chicago Wolves hockey games are so much fun in person! Check out a Chicago Wolves game this fall at Allstate Arena. The 5-time league champions,…
Chicago Wolves hockey games are so much fun in person! Check out a Chicago Wolves game this fall at Allstate Arena. The 5-time league champions,…
Get ready for an electrifying showdown as the Xavier Musketeers take on the Mount St. Marys Mountaineers in a thrilling basketball clash at the Cintas…
11/02: Monday 7PM vs West Georgia Ticket prices range from $26.00–$324.50, depending on seating location.
11/03: Tuesday 6:00PM vs Evansville Ticket prices range from $15.50 – $76.50, depending on seating location.
11/05: Thursday 7:30PM vs USF Ticket prices range from $31.50–$368.50, depending on seating location.
Get ready for an electrifying night of basketball as the Xavier Musketeers take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles in the highly anticipated matchup, “Xavier Musketeers…
11/06: Friday 11:00AM vs Purdue Fort Wayne Ticket prices range from $15.50 – $76.50, depending on seating location.
The NPC Midwest Gladiator Championship will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Gateway Theater inside the Copernicus Center in Chicago, Illinois. This…
11/08: Sunday 2:00PM vs Stonehill Ticket prices range from $15.50 – $76.50, depending on seating location.
11/09: Monday 8:00PM vs Alabama A&M Ticket prices range from $26.00 – $324.50, depending on seating location.
Get ready for an electrifying night of basketball as the Xavier Musketeers take on the Detroit Mercy Titans at the Cintas Center in Cincinnati! This…
The 2026 State Farm Champions Classic will take place on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at the United Center in Chicago. This marquee, early-season men’s college…
11/11: Wednesday 6:00PM vs Northern Illinois Ticket prices range from $15.50 – $76.50, depending on seating location.
Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026 State Street The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, a local tradition for more than 90 years, kicks off the holiday season with a…
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Chicago goes all out for the holidays, with something magical happening in every corner of the city. The season kicks off with the Christmas Tree…
If you’re looking for a getaway in January or February, Chicago continues to deliver a flurry of seasonal fun long after the holidays end. Between…
The best way to get to know Chicago is one meal at a time. This three-day Chicago food itinerary explores the city’s most iconic dishes and…
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Celebrate cozy weather and changing leaves in the city made for autumn adventures. We’ve got everything you need to plan the perfect fall day in…
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Chicago’s event calendar reflects the city itself — bold, diverse, and always buzzing. From lakefront music festivals and neighborhood street fairs to major sporting events and food celebrations, there’s something happening in every season.
Here’s a look at the types of events you’ll find across the city:
Other Chicago events include cultural celebrations, sporting events, conventions, comedy shows, live theatre, and so much more.
Chicago’s biggest annual events draw visitors from around the world and highlight the very best of the city’s food, music, and culture.
These signature events help define Chicago as one of the top festival cities in the country.
If you’re planning a trip around Chicago’s event calendar, there’s something new to discover every month of the year.
Summer is peak festival season. The city comes alive with outdoor concerts, neighborhood street fests, and major events like Lollapalooza, Taste of Chicago, and the Chicago Air and Water Show. Nearly every weekend offers something new, especially along the lakefront and in Millennium Park.
Early fall brings cooler temperatures and marquee events like the Chicago Marathon and culinary celebrations such as Chicago Gourmet. It’s an ideal time for visitors seeking cultural events like the Chicago International Film Festival.
Winter brings a dose of holiday magic to Chicago, with beloved traditions like ZooLights and Christkindlmarket. Visitors can also check out cultural celebrations for the Lunar New Year and enjoy local-favorite annual events like Chicago Restaurant Week and Chicago Theatre Week.
Spring is the perfect time to visit Chicago for culture lovers. Check out spring flower shows, top art fairs like EXPO Chicago, and bucket-list traditions like Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. It’s also the start of outdoor events, with baseball season kicking off in late March.
Chicago is known for offering an impressive lineup of free events, particularly in the summer months.
Some of the city’s most popular free events include:
Come experience the unmatched energy of Chicago’s legendary sports scene, from our fan-favorite teams to our historic stadiums and iconic events.
Catch a game by one of Chicago’s major league teams:
Other major annual sporting events in Chicago include:
