June 17, 2025
Chicago’s James Beard Award winners
Chicago is proud to be home to over 50 James Beard Award winners. Since the first ceremony in 1991, this national award has become the… Read More
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June 17, 2025
James Beard Awards 2025: full list of Chicago winners and nominees
Congratulations to Chicago’s 2025 James Beard Award winners: Noah Sandoval of Oriole (Best Chef: Great Lakes) Kumiko (Outstanding Bar) Lem’s Bar-B-Q (America’s Classics) The annual… Read More
June 16, 2025
Your guide to Chicago’s Arts in the Dark
The annual Arts in the Dark parade channels Chicago’s artistic spirit into a one-of-a-kind Halloween celebration. Packed with creative expression and spooky spectacle, Arts in… Read More
June 11, 2025
The best time to visit Chicago
Chicago is a must-visit destination all year round — from our magical winters to our stunning summers, our crisp falls to our buzzing springs, there’s… Read More
June 11, 2025
Chicago for house heads: music venues, historic landmarks, and beyond from DJ Duane Powell
Chicago has long been a house music mecca. The genre emerged in the city’s underground club scene in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s and… Read More
June 11, 2025
30+ must-see Chicago live music venues
Mainstream pop, indie rock, hip hop, punk, blues, or jazz — no matter your musical taste, you’ll find it live in Chicago any night of… Read More
June 10, 2025
Toast to Chicago’s best cocktail bars
From the first pour to final toast, the top Chicago cocktail bars deliver a masterclass in mood and mixology. At these must-visit spots, the handcrafted… Read More
June 7, 2025
Free museums in Chicago
There are boundless opportunities to learn and explore at free museums in Chicago, from awe-inspiring art galleries to fascinating science exhibits to interactive hands-on experiences.… Read More
June 6, 2025
20+ free things to do in Chicago year-round
Want to do Chicago on the cheap? There are tons of free museums, cultural attractions, and things to do all over the city. Get a… Read More
June 5, 2025
Chicago rooftop bars and restaurants
These Chicago rooftop bars and restaurants boast delicious menus, refreshing cocktails, and (most importantly) stunning views of the city’s skyline, waterfronts, and beyond. Best of… Read More
June 4, 2025
10 free off-the-beaten-path things to do in Chicago
You’ll feel just like one of the locals as you wander throughout Chicago to discover little-known gems steeped in history and artistry. Best of all,… Read More
June 3, 2025
Fun in the sun on Chicago’s beaches
You might know Chicago as the birthplace of the skyscraper, the home of deep dish pizza, or as one of the largest urban cities in… Read More
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