Museums
10 must-see Chicago museum exhibits this March
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…
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Explore Chicago’s North Shore
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…
Blog, Special events
50+ things to do in Chicago this January
A new year means tons of new events in Chicago — and lots of old favorites, too. January is packed with cool things to do…
Blog
50+ things to do this November in Chicago
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…
Festivals & special events
Chicago festival & event guide
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…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Your guide to Chicago’s food festivals
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…
Festivals & special events, Museums & art
Chicago museums open late for after-hours events
Update: While Chicago museums are reopening, many have changed or canceled upcoming events due to COVID-19. Contact individual museums for details. Chicago’s museums are packed with…
Holidays
Your guide to Labor Day weekend 2020 in Chicago
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…
Architecture & history, Festivals & special events
Chicago Architecture Biennial
Check back for 2021 dates Free admission • Chicago Cultural Center & partner locations Experience the future of architecture at the Chicago Architecture Biennial. This…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago beer festivals and events
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,…
Music, Nightlife
30 must-see Chicago live music venues
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…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music, Theatre & performing arts
Chicago SummerDance
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…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago Gourmet 2020
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…
Entertainment, Festivals & special events
Chicago film festivals and events
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…
Architecture & history, Festivals & special events, Museums & art
5 must-see art & architecture events in Chicago
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…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Illinois Craft Beer Week
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…
Festivals & special events, LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ Chicago events through the year
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…
Holidays
Fourth of July in Chicago
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…
Festivals & special events, LGBTQ+
Celebrate Pride month in Chicago
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…
Holidays
Memorial Day weekend in Chicago
May 23 – 25, 2020 Update: Chicago museums, attractions, and beaches will be closed through May 30, 2020 to prevent further spread of COVID-19. Explore…
Architecture & history, Festivals & special events
Open House Chicago
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…
Articles, Festivals & special events, Food & drink
James Beard Awards Chicago
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…
Family, Holidays
Kid-friendly Halloween events in Chicago
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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