This weekend, get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Chicago’s most historic buildings, sample chocolate and wine, explore Chicago Botanic Garden while it’s decorated for Halloween, and more. “Jane Eyre” Oct. 16-27 Chicago Watch Charlotte Brontë’s novel come to life with choreography by Cathy Marston and music by Philip Feeney in this Chicago premiere […]
It’s a big weekend in the city with the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, but that’s not all that’s going on. Some of your favorite celebrities will be in town for ACE Comic Con, you can sample delicious bacon dishes and craft beers at the Bacon and Beer Classic (find a discount code below), and keep […]
As the leaves change and the weather turns crisp, Chicago turns into the quintessential Midwestern town with enough pumpkin, apple pie, and craft beer to carry you into November. And for those who are not into the pumpkin spice hype, October is also a month of creativity and consciousness with events such as Chicago Ideas […]
Love food? Then you’ll love this weekend. Sample fare from celebrity chefs at Millennium Park, dine on dumplings at Navy Pier, celebrate Oktoberfest with local craft beer and hard cider, and more. Chicago Gourmet Sept. 24-29 Chicago Watch cooking demonstrations by chefs like Rick Bayless, Stephanie Izard, Carrie Nahabedian, and Fabio Viviani; enjoy special encore […]
If you love art, don’t miss two of the biggest exhibits of the year at Navy Pier and Chicago Botanic Garden. Plus, sample delicious fare at three food festivals and watch an Oscar-winning movie as the score is performed live. EXPO CHICAGO Sept. 19-22 Chicago Back for its eighth year, the exhibitors at this year’s […]
A new season is here, and with it comes a variety of can’t-miss events, including Kohl Children’s Museum’s Fall Family Festival, Chicago Bourbon & Barbecue Festival, the American Craft Exposition, Chicago Gourmet, and World Dumpling Fest. Events Sept. 8: Fall Family Festival Say hello to fall at Kohl Children’s Museum with kiddie train rides, a […]
What if happily ever after isn’t what you thought it would be? Writers Theatre opens its 2019/2020 season with Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s “Into the Woods,” which explores the dark Brothers Grimm fairy tale characters you remember, but with surprising twists. You’ll be enchanted by the witch, laugh at the scene-stealing cow, cry with […]
Soak up the last few days of summer with the Chicago Dogs’ “Star Wars” night, Taste of Greektown, ZooBrew at Brookfield Zoo, and more. Chicago Dogs’ “Star Wars” Night Aug. 23 Rosemont Don’t miss “Star Wars” night at Impact Field. Fans who dress up like their favorite character can join the on-field parade before the […]
Make the most of the final weeks of summer with the Chicago Air and Water Show, Chicago Hot Dog Fest, Lollapalooza, The Great American Lobster Fest, and more. Events July 31 to Aug. 4: Northbrook Days 2019 This annual festival has been moved to Northbrook Court this year, but you can still expect tons of […]
After celebrating Independence Day, keep the festivities going with these events around Chicago. Windy City RibFest in Uptown July 4-6 Chicago Celebrate Fourth of July weekend with ribs, ribs, and more ribs, plus drinks, live music, and a kids area with art and inflatables. Summer Nights Concerts July 5-6 Brookfield Brookfield Zoo’s Summer Nights concert […]
