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Chicago SummerDance -Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park
From June 15 through September 8 (select dates), the free outdoor series offers dance and movement lessons for all skill levels taught by professional instructors,…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts
“Evolution of a Sonero” solo show by Flaco Navaja
“Evolution of a Sonero”, presented by the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture and produced in association with the UrbanTheatre Company, is the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
The InterPlays with Fat Theatre Project
Come join Fat Theatre Project for The InterPlays by Sarah Katherine Bowden, Melody DeRogatis, Allison Fradkin, and Eileen Tull– a partially devised production navigating dating and relationships…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Blacklight Blackout ft/ DB Stereo, Joe Buddha, Mr Bobby b2b Enzo, Silent Hype, Philomath, Mega Mike, Darkstar, Shot Dead, Trip Lynn
Friday, August 9th | at Le Nocturne Chicago Blacklight Blackout is always evolving and growing with new additions. Come listen to our newly added Silent…
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…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
BeauTown Cabaret presents the return of the Folk an’ Spoke Festival
CHICAGO – BeauTown Cabaret presents the return of the Folk an’ Spoke Festival, August 10 – September 1, at locations throughout Chicago. The Folk an’…
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Division Street Farmers Market
Support local farmers and eat fresh! Link Up Illinois (a program of Experimental Station) has been making it easier for Illinois residents to access fresh,…
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Bouncy Games
About: Step into an inflatable paradise at Bouncy Games in Chicago! Make amazing memories with friends and family, as you bounce, flop, and somersault through…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Educator Workshop | Care Practices through Artistic Lineages, Part 1
This is the first event of a two-part workshop series. This workshop helps participants learn how they can connect with care practices through their artistic…
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World’s Fair of Money
The family-friendly Chicago World’s Fair of Money® in Rosemont, August 6-10, 2024, will have more than $100 million of historic rare coins and currency on…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Flight of Butterflies
Introducing 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…
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Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond
“Tally ho!” Get ready to explore the natural world with Nature Cat in Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond! There’s so much to learn about nature…
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Lambs Farm Summertime Craft Fest
Lambs Farm Summertime Craft Fest Saturday, August 10 10am-4pm Sunday, August 11 10am-4pm Admission: $7.00 day of event / $5.00 early bird (available through 8/9/24) Join…
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The Grand Haveli
The Golden Triangle, (2035 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL) will present THE GRAND HAVELI an installation and sale of Indian architecture, furniture and sculpture opening…
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Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…
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Bud Billiken Parade
The Bud Billiken® Parade, the largest African American parade in the United States, spans generations of families across the country who have participated since its…
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The Creative Mind of George Washington Carver Exhibit
“Since new developments are the products of a creative mind, we must therefore stimulate and encourage that type of mind in every way possible.” George…
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Northalsted Market Days
Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend-long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood. The 1/2 mile-long summer festival features all-day lineups…
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Chicago Air & Water Show
The Chicago Air and Water Show presented by the City of Chicago is the largest FREE show of its kind in the United States. The…
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Choose Chicago’s Route 66 Classic Car Pop-Up
Celebrate the legacy of Route 66 – the Main Street of America! Step back in time this summer at our Route 66 Classic Car Pop-Up,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Drag Brunch at Virgin Hotels Chicago
It’s time to drag the girls to brunch at Virgin Hotels Chicago 👯 Join us for our twice monthly drag brunch hosted by Chicago queen,…
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The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige at Hyde Park Art Center
Hyde Park Art Center proudly presents The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige, the career-spanning survey of artist, designer, and educator Robert Earl Paige (b.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts
New Monuments | Chicago Brendan Fernandes
Envisioned as the first in a series of interventions that engage monuments in and outside of the United States, New Monuments | Chicago by Brendan Fernandes seeks…
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Veggie Fest Chicago 2024
What we’re about Veggie Fest Chicago is one of the largest vegetarian food and wellness festivals in North America. This festival is a family fun…
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