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Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter walks of the Loop
Apr18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

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 walk, without…

Friday, April 18th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter walks of the Loop
Apr18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

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…

Friday, April 18th
1:30 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
Apr18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk

The “First Fridays Art Walk,” organized by the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, welcomes art enthusiasts to explore the neighborhoods’ vibrant arts scene. All…

Friday, April 18th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
Spring Concert Series: 16
Apr18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts

Spring Concert Series: 16

Red Clay Dance Company makes its highly anticipated return to the Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago’s 51st season with 16, a compelling program exploring…

Friday, April 18th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Spring Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Apr19
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Spring Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago’s Spring Afternoon Tea returns at 2 p.m. on select weekends in April and May at the hotel’s elegant, greenhouse-inspired Café.  Visitors and…

Saturday, April 19th
11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
The Ritz Carlton Chicago
160 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter walks of the Loop
Apr19
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

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 walk, without…

Saturday, April 19th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter walks of the Loop
Apr19
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

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…

Saturday, April 19th
1:30 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
FashionBar The Shows – The Designer Reveal April 2025
Apr19
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

FashionBar The Shows – The Designer Reveal April 2025

FashionBar The Shows: April 2025 – The Designer Reveal Sunday, April 19, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM CHICAGO – FashionBar is thrilled to…

Saturday, April 19th
2:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave
Spring Concert Series: 16
Apr19
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts

Spring Concert Series: 16

Red Clay Dance Company makes its highly anticipated return to the Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago’s 51st season with 16, a compelling program exploring…

Saturday, April 19th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Kishi Bashi and the Chicago Philharmonic
Apr19
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Kishi Bashi and the Chicago Philharmonic

Venue: The Auditorium Date: April 19, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM Tickets start at: $59 “Edifying, moving, and musically rich…[Chicago Philharmonic with Kishi Bashi] is in…

Saturday, April 19th
7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive
Spring Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Spring Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago’s Spring Afternoon Tea returns at 2 p.m. on select weekends in April and May at the hotel’s elegant, greenhouse-inspired Café.  Visitors and…

Sunday, April 20th
11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
The Ritz Carlton Chicago
160 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611
Easter Brunch at NoMI Kitchen
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Easter Brunch at NoMI Kitchen

EASTER BRUNCH IN NoMI KITCHEN Sunday, April 20 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. $225 Adults, $95 Children, Free for Children 6 & Under Reserve   |…

Sunday, April 20th
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
NoMI
800 N. Michigan Ave
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter walks of the Loop
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

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 walk, without…

Sunday, April 20th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter walks of the Loop
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

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…

Sunday, April 20th
1:30 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
For the Record | NoMI Lounge
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

For the Record | NoMI Lounge

FOR THE RECORD AT NoMI LOUNGE Every Sunday from April 6 – May 11 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Reserve Now Ease into Sunday…

Sunday, April 20th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
NoMI Lounge
800 N. Michigan Ave
Aba Cellar Tasting Series: California
Apr22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Aba Cellar Tasting Series: California

Join us for an exclusive evening of mezze and rare wines at our next Aba Cellar Tasting Series: California on April 22nd at 5:30PM or…

Tuesday, April 22nd
5:30 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Aba
302 N Green St 3rd Floor
One Earth Film Festival 2025
Apr22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

One Earth Film Festival 2025

One Earth Film Festival returns for its 14th season from April 22-28, 2025, in partnership with the City of Chicago’s Department of Environment. This year’s…

Tuesday, April 22nd
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Chicago
One Earth Film Festival 2025
Apr23
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

One Earth Film Festival 2025

One Earth Film Festival returns for its 14th season from April 22-28, 2025, in partnership with the City of Chicago’s Department of Environment. This year’s…

Wednesday, April 23rd
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Chicago
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr24
Apr27
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO returns to Navy Pier this April 24-27, 2025. Showcasing leading contemporary and modern art galleries, alongside a diverse and inventive program of talks,…

Thursday, April 24thSunday, April 27th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr24
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO returns to Navy Pier this April 24-27, 2025. Showcasing leading contemporary and modern art galleries, alongside a diverse and inventive program of talks,…

Thursday, April 24th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
One Earth Film Festival 2025
Apr24
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

One Earth Film Festival 2025

One Earth Film Festival returns for its 14th season from April 22-28, 2025, in partnership with the City of Chicago’s Department of Environment. This year’s…

Thursday, April 24th
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Chicago
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO returns to Navy Pier this April 24-27, 2025. Showcasing leading contemporary and modern art galleries, alongside a diverse and inventive program of talks,…

Friday, April 25th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair will return for its 12th edition from April 24-27 at Navy Pier’s Festival Hall. This year’s showcases 170 leading contemporary…

Friday, April 25th
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter walks of the Loop
Apr25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

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 walk, without…

Friday, April 25th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
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