February 2, 2024
Chicago film festivals and events
Chicago has a long and illustrious cinematic history: the filming location for Charlie Chaplin at the Essanay Studios in 1915, ’80s classics like Ferris Bueller’s… Read More
February 2, 2024
Chicago has a long and illustrious cinematic history: the filming location for Charlie Chaplin at the Essanay Studios in 1915, ’80s classics like Ferris Bueller’s… Read More
January 31, 2024
If you’ve ever wished you could soar into the clouds above our city’s beautiful skyline, a new attraction at Navy Pier promises to take you… Read More
January 18, 2024
Whether you want to feel the energy of a pop concert, chill at a singer-songwriter gig, or dance the night away at a hip-hop show,… Read More
January 11, 2024
Sept. 26 – Oct. 5, 2025 Free admission • Multiple locations The annual World Music Festival is your passport to musical acts from around the… Read More
January 5, 2024
Dominique Leach is one of the biggest names in barbecue. A classically trained chef turned pitmaster, Chef Dominique worked in some of Chicago’s most prestigious… Read More
January 1, 2024
Chicago’s food halls let you sample some of the city’s best bites and sips all in one place. You can eat, sip, shop, learn, and… Read More
January 1, 2024
Chicago is home to thousands of restaurants, from fine dining to cheap eats to international fare and everything in between. So how do food lovers… Read More
January 1, 2024
If you’re a lover of all things unique, you’ll want to take a step or two off the beaten path to discover Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods,… Read More
November 30, 2023
Chicago is a city that knows how to have a good time. First, our brewery boom turned us into the country’s craft beer capital. Now,… Read More
November 20, 2023
The Magnificent Mile is Chicago’s most iconic shopping district, famous for its never-ending blocks of high-end retail, designer showrooms, and flagship locations for famous brands.… Read More
November 14, 2023
No other city shines with the spirit of the holidays like Chicago. Families glide across the ice on scenic skating rinks, shoppers sip mulled wine… Read More
November 5, 2023
With dozens of Michelin-starred restaurants and James Beard awards, Chicago’s fine dining restaurants draw in locals and visitors from all over. And while their food… Read More