September 9, 2026
16 unique places to discover during Open House Chicago 2026
Fall in Chicago is the best time of year for architecture lovers. The season brings top events like the annual Pullman House Tour, the Chicago… Read More
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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September 9, 2026
Open House Chicago
Oct. 17 – 18, 2026 Free admission • Citywide One weekend. 30+ Chicago neighborhoods. 200+ places to explore. Open the door to architectural gems all… Read More
September 8, 2026
How to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in Chicago
Chicago is a city renowned for its rich cultural diversity, and there’s no better time to experience it than during National Hispanic Heritage Month. From… Read More
September 8, 2026
Things to do in Chicago this weekend
Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all… Read More
September 4, 2026
9 of Chicago’s most haunted places
Chicago is a city with history — a whole lot of history, dating back to before the city’s founding in 1837. So it’s hardly surprising… Read More
September 2, 2026
Your guide to Chicago Live Festival 2026: the largest free performing arts fest in the Midwest
Chicago’s summer festival season may be winding down, but there’s still another standout event on the city’s cultural calendar — Chicago Live Festival at Navy… Read More
September 2, 2026
Free Halloween events in Chicago
Halloween in Chicago is so much more than just trick-or-treating. There are magical nighttime parades, authentic Day of the Dead celebrations, spine-tingling ghost tours, and… Read More
September 1, 2026
World Music Festival Chicago
Sept. 25 – Oct. 4, 2026 Free admission • Multiple locations The 26th annual World Music Festival is your passport to musical acts from across… Read More
August 31, 2026
A fall guide to Chicago for culture lovers: music festivals, art exhibits, and top events
Chicago’s fall events calendar is overflowing with cultural happenings — including music, theatre, film, visual arts, and everything in between. If you’re looking for things… Read More
August 31, 2026
Explore the universe at Chicago’s Adler Planetarium
At the lakefront Adler Planetarium, the night sky comes into sharp focus thanks to the largest publicly accessible telescope in Chicago. Through the popular Scopes… Read More
August 31, 2026
10 free things to do in Chicago this September 2026
This month, enjoy live jazz in the heart of downtown, tour a Chicago neighborhood with a friendly local, and browse the city’s longest-running outdoor market… Read More
August 31, 2026
35+ things to do in Chicago this September 2026
While summer may be winding down, there’s no shortage of music festivals, art walks, cultural events, and more throughout September in Chicago. The month kicks… Read More
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