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24 hours in Chicago’s Andersonville
Andersonville is dense with one-of-a-kind shopping, eccentric eateries, and historic architecture.
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Preview: Art on theMART is back with all-new work for 2019
Date: Wednesday – Sunday from March 13 – December Time: Starts about 15 minutes after sunset and lasts for two hours. For reference, sunset falls around 5:55…
Special events
50+ things to do in Chicago this spring
You can feel spring coming from a mile away in Chicago. The minute the snow melts, the city starts buzzing with outdoor concerts, neighborhood street fests,…
Dining
A food tour of Chicago’s Albany Park: 7 places to try
From freshly pressed tortillas to skewers of filet mignon, this northwest side enclave has it all.
Special events
6 things to do in Chicago on St. Patrick’s Day
At times, it can feel like Chicago is the most Irish city in the country. While apparently there are places with larger Irish populations, there’s…
Tours & attractions
6 unique tours of Chicago that go off the beaten path
A guided tour can be a great way to see a new city – but most only cover the major sites and attractions. If you’re…
Architecture & history
7 spots to see Chicago history up close
You don’t have to visit a museum to experience Chicago history. There are details and stories of our city history hidden throughout Chicago – you…
Theater & dance
It’s showtime for the Year of Chicago Theatre
Theatre is already a vibrant part of Chicago’s cultural scene. And now the city is getting a whole year dedicated to it. The Year of…
Blog, Hotels
Chicago hotels named among best in the country
Two Chicago hotels were ranked among the top five hotels in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report. Chicago is the only U.S.…
Blog
5 unique hotel rooms in Chicago
Hotels in Chicago run the gamut from luxe to budget and everything in between. But if you’re looking for something off the beaten path, there…
Arts, culture & entertainment
A new music festival will take over the Art Institute this winter
Cold weather calls for cool music. Midwinter, a new three-day music festival, will takeover the Art Institute of Chicago from Feb. 15 – 17. The…
Dining
Romance blooms at Chicago’s lovebird-led restaurants
There’s no better was to celebrate Valentine’s Day than an intimate dinner for two. And there’s really nothing more fitting than booking a favorite Chicago restaurant…
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