Festivals
Chicago summer street festivals: your ultimate guide
Summer in Chicago wouldn’t be the same without its iconic street festivals. Located in vibrant neighborhoods across the city, these local-favorite events are a great…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Where to watch the Chicago Air and Water Show
The Chicago Air and Water Show is one of the city’s most spectacular and beloved summer events. A longstanding tradition for more than six decades,…
Holidays
Labor Day weekend in Chicago
Round out summer in Chicago with a long weekend of outdoor fun and unique local events. Catch the last wave of summer warmth by cruising…
Free & cheap, Parks & outdoors
Your guide to the Chicago Riverwalk
Located on the south bank of the Chicago River, the award-winning, pedestrian-friendly Chicago Riverwalk stretches 1.25 miles from Lake Michigan to Lake Street. Along the…
Free & cheap
Free things to do in Chicago all summer long
Want to get the most out of summer in Chicago — without breaking the bank? We’ve got your back. The city is full of free…
Blog, Special events
What we miss most about Chicago
During the past few weeks at home, we’ve all had a lot of time to reflect — especially about the things we wish we could…
Tours & attractions
Your Chicago summer bucket list for 2019
Chicago in the summer is unlike anything else. The whole city is buzzing as visitors and locals head outdoors to soak in every last ray…
Special events
Celebrate summer with these free events at the Chicago Riverwalk
What: Chicago Riverwalk Season Celebration When: Monday, May 13 – Sunday, May 18, 2019 Where: Chicago Riverwalk between Lake Street and Lake Shore Drive What…
Family, Free & cheap, Sports & recreation, Tours & attractions
5 things you didn’t know about the Lakefront Trail
If you haven’t been to the Lakefront Trail in Chicago, you’re missing a lot of natural beauty (all FREE for everyone to enjoy), efficient transportation…
Family
Top 3 family-friendly Chicago beaches
We’ll be spending a lot of time on big, beautiful Lake Michigan this summer. My kids must be part fish: the are oblivious to the…
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