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Band playing on stage at Thalia Hall in Chicago

Music, Nightlife

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…

Architecture & history, Festivals & special events, Museums & art

Must-see art and architecture events in Chicago

Chicago has a long legacy of influential architecture and artworks, from the birth of the skyscraper to iconic public art to Frank Lloyd Wright’s greatest…

Tours & attractions

Discover sights and attractions near Chicago

Chicago’s jam-packed with things to do and see — but there’s also plenty of cool spots just outside the city. If you have time in…

Music, Nightlife

5 Chicago neighborhoods for music lovers

Chicago has one of the most exciting music scenes in the country. We’re the birthplace of influential genres (ever heard of house, modern gospel, or…

Articles, Shopping and fashion

Made in Chicago: Local artisans and makers

Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just something unique for yourself, Chicago’s shopping scene is home to tons of local makers crafting one-of-a-kind…

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ nightlife in Chicago: gay and lesbian bars, clubs, and more

Chicago’s nightlife is a lot like the city itself — inclusive, diverse, and welcoming to all. It’s also a whole lot of fun. Our gay…

Parks & outdoors, Special events

Celebrate spring at Chicago’s best flower and garden shows

Chicago is a city with a lot of nicknames, but one of the most fitting is Urbs in Horto — Latin for “city in a…

Published on February 27, 2020 by Amy Bizzarri

Blog, Dining, Museums, Shopping and fashion

24 hours in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood

As its name suggests, Chicago’s Gold Coast has an illustrious history. In the late 1800s, Potter Palmer, one of Chicago’s wealthiest businessmen, built his mansion…

Published on January 27, 2020 by Alma Bahman