Holidays
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,…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Blog, Special events
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,…
Festivals & special events, LGBTQ+
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…
Family, Holidays
Kid-friendly Halloween events in Chicago
Tricks, treats, and costume fun — the Halloween season brings tons of family-friendly events and activities to Chicago. You can pick your own pumpkins, go…
Music, Nightlife
30+ must-see Chicago live music venues
As the birthplace of everything from house music to Chicago-style jazz and amplified blues, Chicago is a city that should be on every music lover’s…
Architecture & history, Festivals & special events
Chicago Architecture Biennial
Free admission • Chicago Cultural Center & citywide Experience the future of architecture at the 10th annual Chicago Architecture Biennial. This ground-breaking event, held biannually…
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 IPAs…
Festivals & special events, LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ Chicago events through the year
In Chicago, Pride doesn’t end in June. You’ll find a full calendar of gay, lesbian, trans, and queer events in every corner of the city…
Festivals & special events, Museums & art
Chicago museums open late for after-hours events
Chicago’s museums are packed with fascinating, immersive exhibits on every topic you can imagine — and the fun doesn’t have to stop when the sun…
Architecture & history, Festivals & special events, Museums & art
Must-see art and architecture events in Chicago
Chicago has a long legacy of influential architecture and artworks, from the birth of the skyscraper to iconic public art to Frank Lloyd Wright’s greatest…
Blog, Special events
Outdoor wedding venues in Chicago
Planning to get married in Chicago? The city is filled with unique wedding venues, no matter what vibe you’re looking for on your big day.…
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