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How to celebrate Black History Month in Chicago
The significance of Black history in Chicago has helped shape the city into a cultural and economic powerhouse. And there’s no better time to discover…
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meeting articleZero proof, high impact: Sober events in Chicago
As attendee drinking preferences evolve, the standard meeting playbook around alcohol is also changing. A recent Gallup poll shows that American alcohol consumption is at…
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21 award-winning restaurants offering Chicago Restaurant Week 2026 deals
Want to get a taste of Chicago’s top dining experiences without breaking the bank? Chicago Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to start checking off…
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A guide to Chicago sports teams
Chicago is one of the top sports destinations in the country, attracting fans from all over the world to come cheer for our legendary teams.…
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Guide to Chicago theatres
From Tina Fey to John Malkovich, Chicago’s theatre scene has long been a hotbed for the entertainment industry’s most talented people. But if the city’s…
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St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago
There’s nothing quite like St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, when Irish taverns fill with revelers, cultural celebrations pop up in every corner of the city,…
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Your guide to the Chicago Auto Show 2026
For car lovers, winter in Chicago can only mean one thing — the Chicago Auto Show. Whether you’re a first-time or an Auto Show veteran,…
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Choose Chicago appoints hospitality leader Shakara Shelton as Vice President of Sales
Published on January 8, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Isaac Reichman, ireichman@choosechicago.com, (312) 805-9586 Stephen Crano, scrano@choosechicgao.com, (312) 567-8505 Headshot Available Here Chicago, IL (January 8, 2026) – Choose…
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Chicago Pride: Your guide to Chicago Pride Parade, Pride Fest, and more
Chicago knows how to party for Pride. Each June, the city is brimming with LGBTQ+ celebrations and events, including over-the-top street fests, exhilarating concerts, raucous…
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Grant Park Music Festival
June 10 – Aug. 15, 2026 Free admission • Millennium Park Experience a Chicago summer tradition like no other. A local staple for more than…
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10 free things to do in Chicago this January 2026
This month in Chicago, go ice skating in the heart of downtown, admire works in one of the world’s top art museums, and explore the…
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Sober Chicago: N/A bars, mocktails, and more
After the indulgence of the holiday season, January is a time when people tend to cut back and seek out dry bars, mocktails, and other…
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