Chicago Like a Local blog

Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.

Looking to get your live event fix? Chicago concerts and comedy are making a comeback. Many of the city’s most famed venues are opening back…

Published on July 7, 2021 by Andy Holsteen

Wrigley Field’s open air backyard is a bustling hub for neighbors, fans, and visitors. Whether or not it’s baseball season, you’ll find a slew of…

Cold weather calls for cool music. Midwinter, a new three-day music festival, will takeover the Art Institute of Chicago from Feb. 15 – 17. The…

Published on January 22, 2019 by Dan Morgridge

Once December hits, it feels like holiday tunes are everywhere. If you’re the kind of person who loves these classic carols, it can be the…

Published on December 4, 2018 by Dan Morgridge