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The Lincoln Lodge
Jul5
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Lincoln Lodge

The Lincoln Lodge stand-up comedy and variety showcase plays every Friday and Saturday night in Chicago’s glamorous Logan Square! In addition to The Lodge’s rotating…

Saturday, July 5th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge Theater
2040 N. Milwaukee Ave.
ComedySportz Chicago
Jul5
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

ComedySportz Chicago

Chicago’s longest running and best interactive improv comedy experience. ComedySportz is comedy played as a sport, not comedy ABOUT sports (whew). Refs, fouls, points, games…

Saturday, July 5th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Malarkey Comedy Company
1501 N Kingsbury St
The Curious Circumstances of Louis Le Prince
Jul5
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Curious Circumstances of Louis Le Prince

CHICAGO – The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St., is proud to announce the final production of their 30th season, The Curious Circumstances of Louis…

Saturday, July 5th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Factory Theater
1623 W. Howard St. , Chicago, IL, 60626
Chicago Fireworks Premier Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan
Jul5
Tours & Attractions

Chicago Fireworks Premier Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

A breathtaking evening of elevated dining and spectacular fireworks views awaits on our Fireworks Premier Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan! There’s no better way to…

Saturday, July 5th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
Chicago Fireworks Signature Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan
Jul5
Tours & Attractions

Chicago Fireworks Signature Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

Elevate your evening with a delicious dinner and jaw-dropping panoramic views of the Navy Pier fireworks display illuminating the Chicago city skyline! On our Fireworks…

Saturday, July 5th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv
Jul5
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv

Join us again for a whose line styled night of explosive laughter that will titillate your “funny” bone. Fast paced short form improv, hilarious songs,…

Saturday, July 5th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
Chicago Fireworks Cruise Sail into the Night, with Sparkles in the Sky
Jul5
Tours & Attractions

Chicago Fireworks Cruise Sail into the Night, with Sparkles in the Sky

Enjoy the most Unforgettable Fireworks Cruise in Chicago! A SPECIAL EVENT SAIL! Treat yourself to Navy Pier’s spectacular fireworks display from the best seat in…

Saturday, July 5th
9:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Jul5
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Best Of Annoyance Sketch

Enjoy the best sketch comedy Chicago has to offer! The Annoyance Theatre has been at the crux of the comedy scene in Chicago for over…

Saturday, July 5th
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago Seadog Lakefront Fireworks Cruise
Jul5
Tours & Attractions

Chicago Seadog Lakefront Fireworks Cruise

This summer, marvel at jaw-dropping views of the Chicago skyline illuminated by Navy Pier’s dazzling fireworks display from Lake Michigan on our Seadog Lakefront Fireworks…

Saturday, July 5th
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
Broken Planet Show
Jul5
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Broken Planet Show

The Absurd Cabaret of Apocalyptic Proportions.  Comedy, Circus and Indie Cosmic Lunacy  An ever-changing riot of world-class weirdos hellbent on healing our planetary divide.  Interactive,…

Saturday, July 5th
9:30 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Newport Theater
956 West Newport Avenue
LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show
Jul5
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show

Who’s Line is it Anyways meets Fear Factor in LETS PLAY A GAME, a new short form show that’s a unique blend of comedy, chaos,…

Saturday, July 5th
10:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Franz West: Millennium Park
Jul6
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…

Sunday, July 6th
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Grillo’s 500: Grillo’s Pickles is Taking Over Chicago with NASCAR Style Pop-Up
Jul6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation

Grillo’s 500: Grillo’s Pickles is Taking Over Chicago with NASCAR Style Pop-Up

Everyone’s favorite pickle brand, Grillo’s Pickles is popping up to celebrate the thrill of the Chicago Street Race, Grillo’s 500 style! From July 3rd to 6th, step into…

Sunday, July 6th
Vault Gallerie at 2015 S Laflin St
Teatro Zinzanni
Jul6
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…

Sunday, July 6th
5:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day
Jul6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day

Wolff’s Flea Market announces opening day April 20, 2025. Join us for our 34th season outdoors at the Allstate Arena, Rosemont. Sundays 6am-2pm through October…

Sunday, July 6th
6:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Wolff’s Flea Market
6920 N Mannheim Rd
Division Street Farmers Market
Jul6
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.

Sunday, July 6th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Glenwood Sunday Market in Rogers Park
Jul6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Glenwood Sunday Market in Rogers Park

The nonprofit Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) announces 23 local vendors for the 16th anniversary season of the Glenwood Sunday Market, which will operate every…

Sunday, July 6th
9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Glenwood Alfresco
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
Jul6
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…

Sunday, July 6th
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend
Jul6
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation

NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend

NASCAR will return to the streets of Chicago for the third installment of the Chicago Street Race, July 5-6, 2025. The Chicago Street Race will…

Sunday, July 6th
9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Grant Park
337 E. Randolph St.
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Jul6
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…

Sunday, July 6th
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
Flight of Butterflies
Jul6
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…

Sunday, July 6th
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience
Jul6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience dives into the science of biodiversity and what it takes to protect it—showcasing the research, conservation, and education work happening…

Sunday, July 6th
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Tom Torluemke: LIVE! ON PAPER, 1987 – 2024
Jul6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Tom Torluemke: LIVE! ON PAPER, 1987 – 2024

Tom Torluemke is a contemporary artist whose practice spans 40+ years and includes works in painting, drawing, sculpture, performance, and various mediums. Tom is known…

Sunday, July 6th
10:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom
Jul6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom

Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom is a massive and immersive series comprising embellishments of glass, crystals, shells, sand, metal, and…

Sunday, July 6th
10:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
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