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Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
Big Bus Tours’ daily Hop-On, Hop-Off tours offer visitors a convenient way to explore Chicago’s vibrant downtown, including historic landmarks, cultural institutions and hidden gems.…
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…
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…
Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions
Rappel In Northwest Chicago
Conquer your limits at 168 feet up and rappel down the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca Illinois. Professional equipment provided and no experience needed. Trained…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Taste of Polonia
Join us for an unforgettable four-day festival featuring nonstop live music, captivating dance performances, authentic Polish cuisine and beer, engaging exhibitions, local vendors, a lively…
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…
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…
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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Evanston Art Center’s 23rd Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to announce our Call for Art for our 23rd Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo. EXHIBITION: 23rd Annual…
Music & Comedy
System Of A Down & Avenged Sevenfold with special guest Polyphia
Iconic 1990s and 2000s rock band System of a Down will play six massive stadium shows as part of a limited tour in 2025, and…
Music & Comedy
The Late Nite Mic at The Comedy Bar
2-Item Minimum Per Guest First Come, First Served Seating No Outside Food or Beverage Valid ID Required at Entry Vik Pandya is a nationally touring…
Tours & Attractions
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
Big Bus Tours, the global leader in open-top bus sightseeing, invites visitors to experience the enhanced Sunset Live Tour in Chicago. Available May 8 through…
Tours & Attractions
Summer & Fall Afterwork Sunset Cruises on Lake Michigan
Experience summer on Lake Michigan with our weekday evening cruises featuring fireworks*, sunsets, skyline views, and cocktails starting May 27th, 2024. Unwind after work with…
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…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Dungeons & Dragons: The Twenty-Sided Tavern
Direct from New York City, the tavern returns to Chicago with an all new production! The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The Messi Experience Chicago
The Messi Experience is an immersive and interactive multimedia exhibition inspired by the life and career of Lionel Messi. As part of its world tour,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Cellar Door: The Hilt Estate
Just thirteen miles from the Pacific, The Hilt Estate lies at the rugged, windswept edge of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, where challenging conditions shape wines of…
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.
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
SOAR Farmers Market 2025
About the Event Every Tuesday this summer—rain or shine—you can shop at the SOAR Farmers Market on the MCA Plaza.* Many of our beloved vendors…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Abdoulaye Conde at Evanston Art Center
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to our upcoming exhibition, Abdoulaye Conde. The exhibition will be on display from August…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Now and Then | David Lozano
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to Now and Then | David Lozano. This exhibition is on display from August…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The Muses | Dan Simoneau
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to The Muses | Dan Simoneau. This exhibition is on display from August 16…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition. This exhibition is…
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