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Interconnected: Birds and Wildflowers of Illinois, Paintings by Molly Cranch
Apr26
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Interconnected: Birds and Wildflowers of Illinois, Paintings by Molly Cranch

Interconnected: Birds and Wildflowers of Illinois Molly Cranch’s paintings are an exploration of the biodiversity surrounding  us. Working with a soft color palette and layered…

Saturday, April 26th
11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr26
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,…

Saturday, April 26th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr26
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…

Saturday, April 26th
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
Apr26

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 26th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. Entrance
Teatro Zinzanni
Apr26
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Saturday, April 26th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Apr26
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Saturday, April 26th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Books & Banners of the People
Apr26
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Books & Banners of the People

Join us at the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum for a communal arts activation celebrating the world premiere of Berlin.  In this activation – comprised of…

Saturday, April 26th
1:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Jane Addams Hull-House Museum
800 S Halsted Streeet
Frankenstein
Apr26
Theatre & Performing Arts

Frankenstein

A.B.L.E.—Artists Breaking Limits & Expectations—a Chicago-based nonprofit that creates theatre and film for, with, and by individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual and developmental…

Saturday, April 26th
2:00 p.m.3:30 p.m.
Chicago Shakespeare Upstairs Theater
800 E. Grand, Chicago, IL, 60611
Titanique
Apr26
Theatre & Performing Arts

Titanique

Broadway In Chicago presents the Porchlight Music Theatre production of TITANIQUE All aboard NYC’s must-sea musical comedy! When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian…

Saturday, April 26th
2:00 p.m.3:40 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
Riverdance 30 – The New Generation
Apr26
Theatre & Performing Arts

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The…

Saturday, April 26th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601
Grow & Sip: A Spring Garden-to-Glass Experience
Apr26
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Grow & Sip: A Spring Garden-to-Glass Experience

Grow & Sip: A Spring Garden-to-Glass Experience April 26, 2025 Hours: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Location: Somerset, 2nd Floor Cost: $60 Spring is in the air, and there’s no…

Saturday, April 26th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Somerset
1112 N State St
King’s Quest @ 40
Apr26
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

King’s Quest @ 40

King’s Quest @ 40 February 22 – April 27, 2025 Hours: Saturdays and Sunday 2-5pm General Admission: $8 (Ages 13+) Kids Admission $5 (Ages 5-12),…

Saturday, April 26th
2:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Gamespace
2418 W Bloomingdale Ave Apt 101
Spring Taste of Northalsted 2025
Apr26
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Spring Taste of Northalsted 2025

Stroll through Northalsted this Spring and indulge in a culinary adventure with the Spring Taste of Northalsted! Featuring over 20 locations, you’ll have the chance…

Saturday, April 26th
2:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Northalsted
Halsted Street from Addison to Grace Streets
Spring Music Celebration
Apr26
Music & Comedy

Spring Music Celebration

University Chorale, University Singers, and Symphony Orchestra come together for this year-end concert, featuring the winners of the 2024 Concerto/Aria Competition: cellist Grace Hudson-Mairet and…

Saturday, April 26th
3:00 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Mundelein Center For The Fine & Performing Arts
1020 W Sheridan Rd
Chicago Cubs vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Apr26
Saturday, April 26th
3:05 p.m.5:30 p.m.
Wrigley Field
1060 West Addison Street
FashionBar The Shows: April 2025 – The Next Gen, Streetwear & Urban Show
Apr26
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

FashionBar The Shows: April 2025 – The Next Gen, Streetwear & Urban Show

FashionBar The Shows: April 2025 – Next Gen, Streetwear & Urban Show Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Dive into the…

Saturday, April 26th
4:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave
The Neon Revolution
Apr26
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Neon Revolution

NEON REVOLUTION glows with Mike Aguilar’s passion for his neon art CHICAGO, IL – April 24 to April 27, 2025 Local legend and expert neon…

Saturday, April 26th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Inside Town Art Collective
1954 S. Troy St.
Petals, Leaves, Roots & Seeds Reception
Apr26
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Petals, Leaves, Roots & Seeds Reception

Join us in celebrating our Spring exhibition Petals, Leaves, Roots & Seeds! Enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie, mingle with fellow jewelry enthusiasts and…

Saturday, April 26th
5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Pistachios Jewelry
716 N Wabash Ave.
Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Apr26
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic true crime mystery dinner show in the United States. We are now running public and private…

Saturday, April 26th
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown/Magnificent Mile
165 E. Ontario St.
Teatro Zinzanni
Apr26
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Saturday, April 26th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center
Apr26
Theatre & Performing Arts

Team Deakins returns to the Athenaeum Center

Following an October 2024 series of sold-out programming, Chicago’s not-for-profit Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture (2936 N. Southport Avenue) proudly welcomes back legendary Academy…

Saturday, April 26th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N. Southport Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60657
One Earth Film Festival 2025
Apr26
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…

Saturday, April 26th
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Chicago
The Distrikt of Lake Michigun: A Most Lamentable Comedy and Most Ridiculous Tragedy
Apr26
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Distrikt of Lake Michigun: A Most Lamentable Comedy and Most Ridiculous Tragedy

Stage Left Theatre, the second-oldest ensemble-based theatre company in Chicago, is pleased to announce its spring 2025 production of The Distrikt of Lake Michigun: A…

Saturday, April 26th
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place Level 6
835 N Michigan Ave
The Infinite Wrench
Apr26
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Infinite Wrench

Don’t miss the longest running late-night show in Chicago! At The Infinite Wrench you’ll see 30 original plays in 60 minutes written and performed by…

Saturday, April 26th
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
The Neo-Futurist Theater
5153 N. Ashland Ave.
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