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Exquisite Canvas: Mural Takeover by Andy Bellomo, Stephanie ‘Stef Skills’ Garland, and Gabriel Villa
Jul8
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Exquisite Canvas: Mural Takeover by Andy Bellomo, Stephanie ‘Stef Skills’ Garland, and Gabriel Villa

Exquisite Canvas is a living exhibition of public art presented at the Chicago Cultural Center. The Michigan Avenue Gallery walls will become an expansive and…

Tuesday, July 8th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection
Jul8
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e features 70 works and handcrafted objects by the masters of Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868). The collection features 53 woodblock prints and original…

Tuesday, July 8th
10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd
Chicken Little at Chicago Kids Company
Jul8
Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicken Little at Chicago Kids Company

The Sky is Falling!  The Sky is Falling!  Join Chicken Little and her friends –Ducky Lucky, Goosey Loosey, Turkey Lurkey and others– as she journeys to tell…

Tuesday, July 8th
10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.
Wilbur Wright College
4300 N. Narragansett Ave.
Alice in Wonderland
Jul8
Theatre & Performing Arts

Alice in Wonderland

Follow Alice as she travels down the Rabbit Hole to the most amazing places!  Along her fantastic journey she’ll meet the Mad Hatter, March Hare,…

Tuesday, July 8th
10:30 a.m.11:30 p.m.

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Jul8
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, July 8th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The Farmer at The Green
Jul8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

The Farmer at The Green

The Farmer at The Green, presented by BMO, is a downtown Chicago farmers market. Shop for fresh, seasonal produce and locally made products from Chicago-based…

Tuesday, July 8th
11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
The Green at 320
320 S. Canal St.
Free Art Show on largest LED wall in Chicago
Jul8
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…

Tuesday, July 8th
12:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
150 Media Stream
150 N Riverside Plaza
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Jul8
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…

Tuesday, July 8th
1:00 p.m.2:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
Jul8
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…

Tuesday, July 8th
3:00 p.m.4:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
World Fair US
Jul8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US is an unforgettable international festival coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium.…

Tuesday, July 8th
3:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
World Fair US
Jul8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US is an unforgettable international festival coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium.…

Tuesday, July 8th
3:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
World Fair US
Jul8
Jul29
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

World Fair US

Experience the world. All in one place. World Fair US, an unforgettable international festival, is coming to Chicago from July 7–28, 2025, at SeatGeek Stadium…

Tuesday, July 8th
3:00 p.m.Tuesday, July 29th
10:00 p.m.
SeatGeek Stadium
7000 S Harlem Ave
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
Jul8
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, July 8th
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
Try to Remember | Karen Perl
Jul8
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Try to Remember | Karen Perl

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to Try to Remember | Karen Perl On July 8th, the Evanston Art Center…

Tuesday, July 8th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Get Lit: Game Changers
Jul8
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Get Lit: Game Changers

Join us for a night where sports and storytelling go head-to-head! Get Lit: Game Changers celebrates the writers—real and imagined—who’ve captured the grit, glory, and heartbreak of…

Tuesday, July 8th
5:30 p.m.7:30 p.m.
American Writers Museum
180 N. Michigan Ave.
Tuesdays on the Terrace | Kouri Hall
Jul8
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Tuesdays on the Terrace | Kouri Hall

About the Event Summer Tuesdays come alive on the MCA terrace with free concerts highlighting artists from Chicago’s internationally renowned music community. Enjoy live music…

Tuesday, July 8th
5:30 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E. Chicago Ave.
Rush Hour Concerts | | Grant Park Music Festival String Fellows
Jul8
Music & Comedy

Rush Hour Concerts | | Grant Park Music Festival String Fellows

RUSH HOUR CONCERTS | | GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL STRING FELLOWS Javier F. Torres-Delgado, violin Maria Gabriela Mendez Martinez, violin Joshua Thaver, viola Manuel Papale,…

Tuesday, July 8th
5:45 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Rush Hour Concerts | | Merida Trio
Jul8
Music & Comedy

Rush Hour Concerts | | Merida Trio

RUSH HOUR CONCERTS | | MERIDA TRIO Charlene Kluegel, violin Jean Hatmaker, cello Katherine Petersen, piano Program  Franz Schubert – Piano Trio in B-flat major,…

Tuesday, July 8th
5:45 p.m.6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Dogs Bark at the Ballpark Theme Game
Jul8
Sports & Recreation

The Chicago Dogs Bark at the Ballpark Theme Game

See the Chicago Dogs play the Winnipeg Goldeyes at the state-of-the-art Impact Field in Rosemont. Bring a favorite pup to the game for a “paw-some”…

Tuesday, July 8th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Impact Field
9850 Balmoral Avenue
Millennium Park Summer Film Series
Jul8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Millennium Park Summer Film Series

Presented by Pluto TV This summer, DCASE is pleased to present the Millennium Park Summer Film Series on Tuesdays from July 1 through August 19.…

Tuesday, July 8th
6:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Chicago White Sox vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Jul8
Tuesday, July 8th
6:40 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Guaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th St
Tuesday Good Show
Jul8
Music & Comedy

Tuesday Good Show

Showcasing some of the best performers in the city, Tuesday Good Show is a free weekly variety show hosted by Nick Bonsignore and Keller Paulson.…

Tuesday, July 8th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Gallery Cabaret
2020 N Oakley Ave
Summer Concert Series – Cadillac Grove
Jul8
Music & Comedy

Summer Concert Series – Cadillac Grove

Join us for a free, family-friendly concert at the Harrer Park Pavilion, located at 6250 Dempster Street, in the north end of Morton Grove. Music…

Tuesday, July 8th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Harrer Park Pavillion
6250 Dempster (north end of park)
Titanique
Jul8
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, July 8th
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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