January 20, 2025
Top summer music festivals in Chicago
Music lives large in Chicago, from our neighborhood streets and historic venues to downtown parks and our iconic lakefront. And Chicago’s iconic festival season brings… Read More
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January 17, 2025
How to celebrate Black History Month in Chicago
The significance of Black history in Chicago has helped shape the city into a cultural and economic powerhouse. And there’s no better time to discover… Read More
January 15, 2025
9 LGBTQIA+ Chicago Valentine’s Day ideas to celebrate queer love in 2025
Love is in the air — and so are glitter, candles, and cats. If you’re looking for something to do for Valentine’s Day in Chicago,… Read More
January 14, 2025
Your guide to the Chicago Auto Show 2025
For car lovers, winter in Chicago can only mean one thing — the Chicago Auto Show. Whether you’re a first-time or an Auto Show veteran,… Read More
January 11, 2025
Your guide to Chicago lake and river cruises
One of the best ways to see Chicago is from the water. The city is home to two stunning waterfronts — the Chicago River and… Read More
January 10, 2025
Chicago Gospel Music Festival
July 12, 2025 Free admission • Millennium Park Gospel music has deep roots in Chicago. The Chicago Gospel Music Festival, one of the city’s free… Read More
January 10, 2025
Discover the charm of Chicago’s North Shore
With convenient proximity to downtown Chicago and O’Hare International Airport, Chicago’s North Shore communities make the perfect base for travelers. Here, visitors are treated to… Read More
January 7, 2025
16 must-see shows during Chicago Theatre Week 2025
There’s no better time to experience the city’s vibrant theatre scene than Chicago Theatre Week. This highly anticipated event, now in its 13th year, offers… Read More
January 6, 2025
30+ things to do in Chicago in 2025: concerts, exhibits, festivals, and more
For Chicago, 2024 was a milestone year — the city hosted major gatherings like the Democratic National Convention, welcomed millions of visitors from around the… Read More
January 6, 2025
Explore The 606 elevated park and trail in Chicago
An abandoned railway has been given new life on Chicago’s northwest side. The 606 is a 2.7-mile elevated park and trail built on what was… Read More
January 6, 2025
St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago
There’s nothing quite like St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, when Irish taverns fill with revelers, cultural celebrations pop up in every corner of the city,… Read More
January 3, 2025
Chicago Architecture Biennial
Sept. 12, 2025 – Feb. 28, 2026 Free admission • Chicago Cultural Center & partner locations Experience the future of architecture at the 10th annual… Read More
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