Blog, Special events
30+ things to do in Chicago this February
February may be a shorter month, but there’s no shortage of things to do in Chicago. Try a new cuisine during Chicago Restaurant Week, shop…
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Dining, Holidays
35+ romantic restaurants for Valentine’s Day dinner in Chicago
The biggest date night of the year is coming up, and the city’s restaurants are pulling out all the stops so you and your date…
Dining, Special events
21 award-winning restaurants offering Chicago Restaurant Week 2026 deals
Want to get a taste of Chicago’s top dining experiences without breaking the bank? Chicago Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to start checking off…
Theater & dance
Get ready for Chicago Theatre Week 2026: dates, shows, and tickets
It’s the most exciting season of the year for theatre lovers. Chicago Theatre Week is back and bringing 10 days of discounted tickets to some…
Dining, Special events
20+ restaurants for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve 2026 dinner in Chicago
As the year winds down, the city’s dining scene lights up as brightly as the fireworks over Navy Pier. Ring in 2026 with exciting New…
Dining
Where to enjoy a holiday dinner in Chicago: restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Hanukkah
Chicago’s award-winning restaurants are ready to celebrate the holidays. The city’s dining scene goes all out for the most wonderful time of the year, with…
Dining, Festivals, Special events
What to eat, drink, and buy at Christkindlmarket Chicago 2025
Christkindlmarket has been a holiday tradition in Chicago since 1996. Modeled after the 16th-century holiday markets in Germany, the free-admission outdoor bazaar in downtown Daley…
Nightlife
20+ holiday pop-up bars and experiences in Chicago
This winter, Chicago raises the bar on how to toast the season. Across the city, top bars and restaurants are decking their halls with dazzling…
Theater & dance
18+ holiday shows to see in Chicago this winter
When the weather turns cold, Chicago’s stages heat up, bringing the magic of the holidays to the spotlight. Audiences of all ages can embrace holiday…
Blog, Shopping and fashion
A guide to holiday shopping in Chicago’s neighborhoods
Chicago’s neighborhoods are overflowing with shopping options, making them the perfect place to discover one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list. You could spend days…
Blog, Nightlife
Winter rooftop bars, curling, and igloos in Chicago
Rooftop bar season is year-round in Chicago. These seasonal spaces are the perfect place to cure your cabin fever while still staying warm and cozy…
Dining, Special events
20+ women- and minority-owned favorites to try during Chicago Restaurant Week 2026
You haven’t gotten a real taste of Chicago’s dynamic restaurant scene until you’ve explored the city’s many diverse-owned eateries, from cozy neighborhood favorites to high-end…
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