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35+ things to do in Chicago this January
A new year means new things to do in Chicago. While many events might look a little different this year, there’s still plenty of cool…
COVID-19 updates
A new year means new things to do in Chicago. While many events might look a little different this year, there’s still plenty of cool…
The City of Chicago and the State of Illinois have placed restrictions on many events and businesses to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We strongly…
Chicago’s North Shore is the perfect base for a trip to Chicago. Bordering the city along the shores of Lake Michigan, the North Shore is…
November is the perfect time to visit Chicago. You can still get all the benefits of autumn (like milder temps and gorgeous fall colors), while…
Every month is festival month in Chicago. Chicago’s world-renowned fests and events celebrate food, music, culture, art, and history throughout the city. Check out the…
Plan your trip around the city’s biggest foodie events like Taste of Chicago in July and Chicago Gourmet in September. And don’t miss the culinary…
Update: Chicago museums are temporarily closed, and many have changed or canceled upcoming events due to COVID-19. Contact individual museums for details. Chicago’s museums are…
Summer in Chicago may be coming to an end, but Labor Day weekend is full of ways to enjoy the final days of sunshine and…
Check back for 2021 dates Free admission • Chicago Cultural Center & partner locations Experience the future of architecture at the Chicago Architecture Biennial. This…
Attention all beer enthusiasts! Cheers to Chicago’s booming craft beer scene at the city’s packed calendar of beer fests. Sample craft beers from local, national,…
Mainstream pop, indie rock, hip hop, punk, blues, or jazz — no matter your musical taste, you’ll find it live in Chicago any night of…
Update: Chicago SummerDance 2020 has been canceled to prevent further spread of COVID-19. We look forward to seeing everyone in 2021. Check out this year’s…
Welcome to a reinvented Chicago Gourmet. The iconic food festival is introducing a new format for 2020. This year’s programming will celebrate Chicago’s diverse culinary scene…
Chicago has a long and illustrious cinematic history: Charlie Chaplin at the Essanay Studios in 1915, ’80s classics like Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and The Blues Brothers, modern day hits…
Chicago has a long legacy of influential art and architecture. And the city celebrates its creative legacy in a big way every year. The calendar…
Check back for 2020 dates. Beer lovers, mark your calendar for the biggest week of the year. Illinois Craft Beer Week features hundreds of events…
Chicago is home to some of the largest LGBTQ+ celebrations in the country, from Pride Fest and Parade in June to the Reeling Film Festival…
One of the best times to experience summer in Chicago is the Fourth of July. The whole city takes on a festive vibe, particularly when…
Update: Chicago Pride Fest 2020 and many other Pride events have been postponed. Explore other ways to celebrate Pride in Chicago this month. Chicago knows…
It’s easy to fall in love with Chicago at any time of the year, but summertime is when the city shines brightest. Be here for…
20 neighborhoods. 10 days. Endless places to explore. Open House Chicago is back with a reimagined event for 2020. The beloved architecture festival, hosted by…
Sept. 25, 2020 The James Beard Awards, dubbed “the Oscars of the food world” by Time magazine, celebrates the best and brightest culinary professionals in…
Tricks, treats, and costume fun — Halloween season brings tons of family-friendly events and activities to Chicago. You can brave a not-so-scary haunted house, pick…
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