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Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities
Jul16
Nov30
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities

Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities showcases the innovative works of four internationally celebrated Chicago-based artists, Claire Ashley, Faheem Majeed, Yvette Mayorga and Carlos Rolón, pioneering the use…

Tuesday July 16, 2024Sunday November 30, 2025
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Franz West: Millennium Park
Jul22
Nov30
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Franz West: Millennium Park

Franz West: Millennium Park features three monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011), Kugeln (Balls) (2002), and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park.…

Monday July 22, 2024Sunday November 30, 2025
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Latin Dance Night
Nov29
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

Latin Dance Night

Immerse yourself in a cultural experience on Friday evening! It’s the new and exciting Salsa & Bachata Night at Takito Street, where you can immerse…

Friday, November 29th
9:00 p.m.Saturday, November 30th
2:00 a.m.
Takito Street
2423 N Lincoln Ave
Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof

Flyover, one of the city’s most exciting attractions to open in 2024, has launched an exciting new double feature that pairs their immersive Believe Chicago…

Saturday, November 30th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago’s Bronzeville Largest Small Business Saturday Event
Nov30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Chicago’s Bronzeville Largest Small Business Saturday Event

“Join us for the 9th Annual Small Business Saturday 🎉 in Chicago’s historic Bronzeville neighborhood! Sponsored by American Express. Discover unique local shops, family activities, and holiday…

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Absolutely Anything Essential
3521 S. King Drive
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Nov30
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…

Saturday, November 30th
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
BRICK-Tastic Spring Break at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

BRICK-Tastic Spring Break at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago

Spring Break memories will last a lifetime at the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground! Jump into a world of creativity, color and playful learning at LEGOLAND…

Saturday, November 30th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party!
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party!

Chicagoland’s top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 27th – October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery…

Saturday, November 30th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
Holiday Bricktacular
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

Holiday Bricktacular

Build the best memories at Chicago’s top family holiday event, Holiday Bricktacular! Daily from November 29th – January 5th, families can enjoy a winter wonderland…

Saturday, November 30th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Nov30
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, November 30th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Nov30
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, November 30th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Chicago Artisan Market – Ravenswood
Nov30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Chicago Artisan Market – Ravenswood

Shopping small, local and sustainable — is about to get a little bigger — at the Chicago Artisan Market in Ravenswood. Celebrate “Small Shop Saturday”…

Saturday, November 30th
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
4325 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago
4325 N. Ravenswood Ave.,
All That Glam: Explore Chicago’s 1920s Art Deco Masterpieces
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

All That Glam: Explore Chicago’s 1920s Art Deco Masterpieces

“The past is never dead. It’s not even past.” (William Faulkner) This tour is Inside Chicago Walking Tours’ answer to many requests for an Art-Deco-specific…

Saturday, November 30th
11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Nov30
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, November 30th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop

“What strange phenomena we find in a great city — all we need do is stroll about with our eyes open.” (Charles Baudelaire) Come experience…

Saturday, November 30th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Pedway
120 N. LaSalle St.
Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience
Nov30
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience

Prepare to step into a whimsical world of festive enchantment at Winterland, where, from the moment guests arrive, they’re transported into a wonderland of holiday delights.  Experience…

Saturday, November 30th
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Walking Tour: Haunted by Our Dark Side
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

Walking Tour: Haunted by Our Dark Side

The rise in popularity of true crime TV shows tells us something: we are fascinated — morbidly fascinated — by true stories of death and…

Saturday, November 30th
2:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
Starting location given upon ticket purchase
Chicago’s Best Stand-Up
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions

Chicago’s Best Stand-Up

Chicago’s Best Standup Comedy is back better than ever. We’ve compiled the absolute best standup comedy lineup that you will see in the city. Today’s…

Saturday, November 30th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
Nov30
Tours & Attractions

Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour

Big Bus Tours, the global leader in open-top bus sightseeing, invites visitors to experience the enhanced Sunset Live Tour in Chicago. Available now through Oct.…

Saturday, November 30th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
63 West Ontario Street Chicago, IL 60654
63 West Ontario Street
Chicago’s Best Stand-Up
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions

Chicago’s Best Stand-Up

Chicago’s Best Standup Comedy is back better than ever. We’ve compiled the absolute best standup comedy lineup that you will see in the city. Today’s…

Saturday, November 30th
8:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
The Nasty Show at Chicago Laugh Factory
Nov30
Dec1
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions

The Nasty Show at Chicago Laugh Factory

This ain’t your grandma’s stand up. Forget about cute puns and adorable observations and strap in for a night of in-your-face, no-holds-barred comedy! We compiled…

Saturday, November 30th
10:30 p.m.Sunday, December 1st
12:30 a.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
City Cruises Holiday Fireworks and Drone Dinner Cruises
Dec1
Tours & Attractions

City Cruises Holiday Fireworks and Drone Dinner Cruises

Embark on an unforgettable evening filled with magic on a Holiday Fireworks or Drone Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. Savor the…

Sunday, December 1st
12:00 a.m.
Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof
Dec1
Tours & Attractions

Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof

Flyover, one of the city’s most exciting attractions to open in 2024, has launched an exciting new double feature that pairs their immersive Believe Chicago…

Sunday, December 1st
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Dec1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…

Sunday, December 1st
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
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