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Comic Book Day Comic Shop Crawl
Every year, on the first Saturday in May, the industry comes together to give away free comics and encourage both curious, first-time comic book readers…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Play For All at Chicago Children’s Museum
Play For All Saturday, April 5 at 10 am First Saturday of Every Month (through June 2026) Chicago Children’s Museum’s Play For All initiative…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Marché Privé
Marché Privé, a curated luxury pop-up market, is proud to announce its returning event celebrating Chicago’s BIPOC creative entrepreneurs. Scheduled to coincide with Derby Day,…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Spring Market
Markets for Makers is coming back to Artifact Events in Chicago on Saturday May 3 & Sunday May 4 from 11am – 5pm both days!…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Spring Market
Markets for Makers is coming back to the Artifact Events Center in Chicago on Saturday May 3 & Sunday May 4 from 11am – 5pm…
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
InstaGreeter Downtown walks Looking for a quick and easy way to see downtown Chicago’s top sights? Let InstaGreeter take you on a free hour-long guided…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Talk | Paul Pfeiffer, Iyko Day, and Stanley Wolukau-Wanambwa
About the Event In celebration of the opening of Paul Pfeiffer: Prologue to the Story of the Birth of Freedom, join us for a talk between…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions
Down & Derby at Utopian Tailgate
Enjoy a lively Kentucky Derby watch party in perfect form at Utopian Tailgate; Old Town’s premier rooftop and high-energy party landscape. Saturday, May 3rd * …
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Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Joy District Rooftop
Enjoy the Kentucky Derby with a “Grand Stand” experience at the Rooftop of JOY District. This picture-perfect setting is sure to deliver a high-roller’s party scene like no other.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions
Kentucky Derby Watch Party at J. Parker
Enjoy the Kentucky Derby with no stakes and high limits at The J. Parker Rooftop. This Lincoln park attraction is sure to impress with its indoor/outdoor viewing…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions
Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Happy Camper Wrigleyville
Enjoy a Kentucky Derby watch party with fashionable “infield vibes” at Happy Camper (Wrigleyville). Where high energy awaits with exceptional viewing screens, retractable roof, group tables and big…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
RAD. a fun show.
May 3rd is Free Comic Book Day, and to celebrate, RAD is having a free special Saturday show. Same insanity but on the weekend! RAD. a fun…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day
Wolff’s Flea Market announces opening day April 20, 2025. Join us for our 34th season outdoors at the Allstate Arena, Rosemont. Sundays 6am-2pm through October…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Kids Free Day at Chicago Children’s Museum
Kids Free Day Sunday, May 4 from 10am-5pm On Sunday, May 4 the museum will be open from 10-5 with free admission for kids! While…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Spring Market
Markets for Makers is coming back to the Artifact Events Center in Chicago on Saturday May 3 & Sunday May 4 from 11am – 5pm…
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
InstaGreeter Downtown walks Looking for a quick and easy way to see downtown Chicago’s top sights? Let InstaGreeter take you on a free hour-long guided…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Indoor Farmers Market at Water Tower Place
Date/Time: Sundays, 12pm – 4pm, from January 12th through Sunday, March 30th Location: Water Tower Place (835 N. Michigan Ave), Level 4 Description: Chicago’s Water Tower Place has…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Stitching Stories: Mobile Making Workshop
Join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll craft artful mobiles inspired by the peaceful nostalgia of childhood. Guided by the spirit of sustainability, we’ll…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts
Live Performance: Question 27, Question 28: Staging Loyalty, Identity, and Resistance
In partnership with renowned theater producer and director David Y. Chack, Illinois Holocaust Museum presents a live performance of Question 27, Question 28, a compelling play by Chay…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Level Up: Writers & Gamers
Embark on a thrilling adventure into the world of game writing! Level Up: Writers & Gamers takes you on a journey from the 1970s to today,…
Music & Comedy
Tuesday Good Show
Showcasing some of the best performers in the city, Tuesday Good Show is a free weekly variety show hosted by Nick Bonsignore and Keller Paulson.…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Ziggy and Miles, Guitar Duo
DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | ZIGGY AND MILES, GUITAR DUO Program César Franck – Prélude, Fugue et Variation, op.18 Nigel Westlake – Mosstrooper…
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