Architecture & history, Festivals & special events
Open House Chicago
Oct. 14 – 15, 2023 Free admission • Citywide One weekend. 20+ neighborhoods. 170+ places to explore. Open the door to architectural gems all over…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
Chicago Like a Local blog
Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Taste of Chicago
Sept. 8 – 10, 2023 Free admission • Grant Park and citywide Taste of Chicago has been a foodie staple for more than 40 years.…
Bucket list
The ultimate Chicago bucket list
There’s a lot of ways you can do Chicago. If you’re going for the first time, you’ll want to hit up all the classics. We’ve…
Articles, Tours & attractions
The best things to do in Chicago
Headed to Chicago? You’ve got a lot of ground to cover. This guide breaks down all the best parts of our city, from our stunning…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap
Chicago’s free summer music festivals
In the summer, the city’s downtown and lakefront are filled with the sound of music, as revelers dance, mingle, and celebrate the city’s astounding musical…
Food & drink
Classic Chicago foods
If you’re craving a classic Chicago experience, then trying the city’s most iconic foods is a must. Sure, we’ve got an acclaimed fine dining scene…
Festivals & special events, Music
Lollapalooza
Aug. 3 – 6, 2023 Grant Park Each year, thousands of fans travel from around the world to experience Lollapalooza in Chicago. Those lucky enough…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music
Chicago Jazz Festival
Aug. 31 – Sept. 3, 2023 Free admission • Millennium Park The oldest of Chicago’s free lakefront music festivals boasts an incredibly diverse lineup, which…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music
Chicago Blues Festival
June 8 – 11, 2023 Free admission • Millennium Park and beyond The annual Chicago Blues Festival in June is the city’s largest music festival.…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap
Chicago Air and Water Show
Aug. 19 – 20, 2023 Free admission • Chicago lakefront Starting in the summer of 1959, the Chicago Air and Water Show has grown to…
Food & drink
Classic Chicago neighborhood restaurants
Chicago is home to an array of diverse neighborhoods — 77 to be exact, each with its own distinct vibe and traditions. The one thing…
Food & drink
Famous Chicago restaurants
Chicago is a city known for its restaurants. There’s world-renowned fine dining, celebrity-chef helmed hot spots, and local favorites that have been around for more…
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