This weekend is full of spooky and festive events for all ages! Go trick-or-treating in an immersive pop-up experience inspired by childhood nostalgia, enjoy a pre-Halloween date night at Chicago’s newest speakeasy, and celebrate Chicago’s artists at the annual Arts in the Dark parade. Here are five of the best events to check out this […]
Did you know that NBC’s The Office was cumulatively streamed more than 57 billion minutes in 2020? It’s safe to say we returned to our favorite feel-good shows during our shelter-in-place. Now we have the chance to step into the world of The Office, right here in Chicago. The Office Experience, a fully-immersive opportunity to […]
The calendar is full this beautiful fall weekend! Head to the Museum of Science and Industry for Boo Fest, adopt a new best friend at the PAWS Chicago’s North Shore Adoption Event, or catch a buzz-worthy film premiere during the Chicago International Film Festival. Here are five of the best events to check out. All […]
It’s going to be a busy fall weekend around Chicago and the North Shore! From the Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival and Skeleton Invasion, to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, here are five of the best events to check out. Check out each event’s website for current Covid-19 safety measures and possible cancelations. All Weekend: Virtual Open […]
This October, enjoy the beautiful fall season with events like Lincoln Square’s Apple Fest, cheering on runners at the Chicago Marathon, Highwood’s Great Pumpkin Festival and more. Here are 31 of the best activities October has to offer. Don’t forget to tag us in your posts on Instagram @betterchicago! All Month Trick or Treating for UNICEF Starting […]
Welcome, fall! The colder weather brings fun seasonal events, including Oktoberfest celebrations around the city and suburbs, Apple Fest in historic Long Grove, and more. Here are five of the best events and fests to check out this weekend. Check out each event’s website for current Covid-19 safety measures and possible cancelations. All Weekend: Oktoberfest at The […]
This weekend is full of art, music, books and fashion for a good cause. Don’t miss the return of Printers Row Lit Fest, Ravenwood’s ArtWalk and Chicago Gourmet’s Fitness Series with Bar Siena’s Fabio Viviani. Just remember to check out each event’s website for current Covid-19 safety measures and possible cancelations. Sept. 10: JourneyCare: Allstars of Project […]
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels return this weekend, which means its time to head to Chicago’s lakefront and keep your eyes on the sky! After the air show, take in the Beach Boys at Ravinia Festival, the extended Van Gogh for All exhibit, and more. All Weekend: Chicago Air & Water Show Chicago’s Lakefront The […]
Stay cool this weekend with a visit to the Museum of Illusions, Highwood’s Pride Fest, back-to-school shopping at the Fashion Outlets, Evanston Art Fest and more. Museum of Illusions 25 E Washington St, Chicago This museum offers more than 80 engaging exhibits that will teach you and your family about the human brain — all […]
The weekend is nearly upon us, and we have rounded up the best things to do in Chicago and on the North Shore, including celebrating Latin arts at Navy Pier, sampling new beers and ciders from start-up breweries, grooving to Ben Harper during Out of Space in Evanston, and more. August 7: Ben Harper & […]
