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10 free things to do in Chicago this March
This month in Chicago, explore lush indoor gardens, admire iconic works in one of the world’s top art museums, and join in colorful cultural celebrations…
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Sketch Playlist
Sketch Playlist is a weekly sketch show that will feature all-new sketches every single week… the ultimate sketch playlist. Come see these writers and performers…
Balloon Museum: EmotionAir
The Pop Air and Let’s Fly exhibitions continue to thrill and engage a participative audience, but EmotionAir sets an even more ambitious goal. This latest…
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Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre
Each week, Chicago comics bring the freshest, most experimental new material to the Annoyance for the Comedy Hour. The weekly show is an eclectic mix…
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People
People is a solo exhibition by Zsófia Ötvös presenting new paintings of figures observed in Budapest, Hungary, this past summer. The works depict figures suspended…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Fellowship – photographs by Eli Williamson at Evanston Art Center
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to our upcoming exhibition by Eli Williamson, Fellowship. The exhibition will be on display…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Choreographic Place | David Sundry, Michael Workman, Michelle Kranicke
On View February 21 – March 15, 2026 Opening Reception Sunday, February 22nd, 1-4 pm Choreographic Place is an exhibition program presented by Bridge, premiering at…
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Beatrice | Ruth Poor
On view February 21 – March 18, 2026 Opening Reception Sunday, February 22, 2026, 1-4 pm Ruth L. Poor, raised in Indiana, uses their work to…
Tours & Attractions
Open Your Eyes: Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop Walking Tour
“Open Your Eyes: Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop” is a 2‑hour, mostly indoor walking tour that uncovers Chicago’s hidden underground passages…
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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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Uncertain Histories
The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Hall was built as a memorial to the sacrifices of Union Civil War veterans and their families. According…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers
Not a Soft Thing is a multifaceted exhibition by 15 artist/mothers spanning diverse cultural backgrounds, disciplines, and stages of caregiving. Together, this artist collective challenges…
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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 provides a panoramic view through history and truth, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to witness stories of survival, ask questions, and reflect…
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American Prophets: Writers, Religion, and Culture
American Prophets journeys through the pages of American history to explore the influence of religion and spirituality on writers and culture, with interactive displays incorporating…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats, including the Desert, Ocean, Rainforest, Sky, Woods and City.…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Three Little Pigs at Beverly Arts Center
Meet Roxanne, Petunia, and Babe…three Sister Piggies who set out to build their own houses. Roxanne (the Rock’n Roll Pig) builds hers out of Sticks,…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
The Queen is jealous of Snow White’s Beauty! So she runs off into the woods to live with seven crazy Dwarfs. Will the Queen find…
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The Dance Center and BraveSoul Movement present B-SERIES 2026: B-PRESENT BATTLE & JAM
The 12th annual celebration of Hip Hop & Street Dance Culture co-curated by faculty Daniel BRAVEMONK Haywood and Kelsa K-SOUL Rieger-Haywood. This year’s theme B-PRESENT…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Built for the Body: the Intersection of Architecture & Jewelry
Built for the Body: the Intersection of Architecture & Jewelry is an exhibition that will be on view in our downtown Chicago gallery from January…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Champagne Row, by Park Hyatt Chicago
CHAMPAGNE ROW, by Park Hyatt Chicago Thu – Sat, 3-8pm Reserve Your Seat | View Menu Park Hyatt Chicago hosts an intimate champagne experience…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Musical will have U.S. premiere at The Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
After a highly successful run in Europe, the U.S. anticipated premiere of Bernadette, The Musical has been set!The inspiring musical about the courageous story of…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Glenlivet 55 Legacy Experience, by Park Hyatt Chicago
Park Hyatt Chicago presents a singular offering centered on The Glenlivet 55 Year Old – Edition No. 1 of The Eternal Collection. Matured for more…
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EXP Presents The Last Stronghold
EXP Rosemont invites guests to step back in time with The Last Stronghold, a free-roaming virtual reality experience that transports visitors to the fortified medieval…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
People
The works focus on moments of pause-figures standing, waiting, or gathering themselves before a possible shift. Action is withheld in favor of restraint and internal…
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Things to do during March Madness weekend in Chicago
Chicago’s legendary sports scene is never done and never outdone. This year, the city will be hosting an array of major athletic events, including the…
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Things to do in Chicago this weekend
Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all…
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Chicago Bears football
For generations, Chicago’s sports scene has pulsed with unmatched grit and glory — and the legendary Chicago Bears exemplify that spirit. Immortalized as “Da Bears”…
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2026 at these Chicago bars and restaurants
St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago is a celebration like no other. With a substantial Irish population — and one of the biggest city-wide St. Patrick’s…
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Things to do in Chicago in the spring
What’s spring like in Chicago? Tulips bloom along iconic Michigan Avenue, cherry blossoms fill the Japanese garden in Jackson Park, and the Lakefront Trail fills…
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Free museum days in Chicago
Experience Chicago’s award-winning museums without spending a dime. Enjoy free admission to top Chicago attractions like the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Art Institute of Chicago…
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Your guide to spring break 2026 in Chicago
In the springtime, Chicago lives up to its official city motto Urbs in Horto — “City in a Garden.” Our countless parks, green spaces, and…
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