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Chicago staycation ideas for families, couples, and more
Want to get away without actually leaving town? A local staycation is a great way to explore your own city — you can revisit old…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Chicago festivals: virtual and socially distanced events
Festival season in Chicago might look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you have to totally miss out on your favorite fests.…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining
The best Chicago picnic spots
Summer is picnic season in Chicago. While there are plenty of amazing restaurants with outdoor dining, sometimes nothing can beat an old-fashioned picnic in the…
Blog, Dining, Tours & attractions
Things to do in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood
Summer is the absolute best season to explore the Humboldt Park neighborhood. The vibrant area puts their Puerto Rican heritage on proud display, from the…
Blog, Dining
Now open: Chicago bars and breweries with outdoor seating
It’s time to raise a glass because Chicago’s bars and breweries are reopening for outdoor seating. That means you can soak up the summer sun…
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…
Special events
How to celebrate Memorial Day in Chicago at home
All Chicagoans know that there’s nothing better than summer in Chicago — and Memorial Day is the official start of the season. Even though we’re…
Dining
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Chicago with takeout specials, margarita kits, and more
Cinco de Mayo in Chicago might look a little different this year, but there’s no reason we can’t still celebrate at home. The city’s restaurants…
Dining
Chicago chefs share favorite recipes and cocktails to make at home
Chicago’s culinary scene is known for being as diverse as the city itself. On any given night, you can dine at a New Orleans-style tavern,…
Blog, Special events
Chicago social distancing checklist: Things to do at home
There’s never been more ways to experience Chicago from home. The city’s diverse array of museums, theatres, music venues, restaurants, boutiques, and more have taken…
Music
Experience Chicago music at home with online and live stream concerts
Chicago is a city with music in its DNA. We’re home to our own one-of-a-kind Chicago style sound, a sound that fills our neighborhood clubs,…
Blog
5 ways to support local Chicago businesses
Reading this from home? Then you’re in the right spot. While staying safe and social distancing is the top priority now, we can all do…
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