Make the most of the last weekend in August with a “trip” to Nashville or Greece, a beer tasting, a “Star Wars”-themed soccer match, and comedy outside Wrigley Field. Nashwood Aug. 25-27 Highwood Don your cowboy boots and head out to Highwood, which will transform into Nashville (or Nashwood) this weekend with live country, bluegrass […]
It’s time for another Chicago Air and Water Show, and this year’s event will feature a favorite former Cub. Plus, don’t miss two food festivals, a $1 shopping event, and a concert for “Lord of the Rings” fans. And get ready for Monday’s eclipse with these Chicago events and tips. Evanston Art & Big Fork […]
Here are five things to do this weekend in Chicago, including festivals all about hot dogs or veggies, an outdoor picnic, and family-focused events. Chicago Hot Dog Fest Aug. 11-13 Chicago Chicago History Museum will once again host this ode to the hot dog with vendors like Downtown Dogs, Edzo’s, Pinstripes and more. Plus, don’t […]
Lollapalooza takes center stage this weekend in Chicago, but if you won’t be rocking out in Grant Park, make your way to Victory Gardens Theater for six brand-new plays or Soldier Field for Chicago Bears Family Fest. Or, head out to the suburbs for a new museum exhibit (and free admission) and two festivals. Plus, […]
Chicago is set to host this year’s MLS All-Star game next week, but the fun begins this weekend with a wide variety of free events. Plus, don’t miss wine tastings in the city and the suburbs, a festival all about bloody marys, and a classic car show. And find even more events in our Summer […]
With the North Shore Taco Fest, an ice cream social in Evanston, and the Chicago Craft Beer Festival, it’s another great weekend for foodies. Plus, make a difference at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago and tour the city by land and lake. North Shore Taco Fest July 20-23 Highwood More than 20 restaurants, caterers and food […]
Summer continues to roll along with a birthday bash at Navy Pier, a jewelry trunk show at Chicago Botanic Garden, a fair in Chinatown, free ice cream from the Museum of Science and Industry, and a new rock ‘n’ roll exhibit at the Illinois Holocaust Museum. Plus, find even more things to do in Chicago […]
Foodies won’t want to miss the Roscoe Village Burger Fest, the Chicago Margarita Festival or Taste of Evanston. Plus, shop ’til you drop at the North Shore Art Market or Northbrook Sidewalk Sale. Northbrook Sidewalk Sale July 7-8 Northbrook Shop deals at the corner of Church Street and Cherry Lane in downtown Northbrook, where there […]
This weekend, watch a favorite holiday (yes, holiday!) movie on the beach, look to the sky for a hot-air balloon festival, cheer on wounded veterans in the Warrior Games, shop for art at Chicago Botanic Garden, and laugh with the Capitol Steps. Plus, find a few bonus Fourth of July events. Movie at the Beach: […]
Summer officially arrived June 20, but there have already been quite a few summer events in the past few weeks. The summer fun continues this weekend as Chicago hosts the NHL Draft for the first time ever as well as these five can’t-miss events. “The Faculty Lounge” Opens June 22 Glenview Oil Lamp Theater’s newest […]
