This Father’s Day weekend, treat Dad to a show at Ravinia, a beer festival at Lincoln Park Zoo, brunch at the Museum of Science and Industry, or a trip to Pride Fest. Plus, he’ll receive free admission at the Illinois Holocaust Museum. Willie Nelson & Family June 16 Highland Park Willie Nelson is coming to […]
Although summer hasn’t officially started just yet, festival season is certainly in full swing. This weekend, don’t miss festivals for everything from blues to ribs. Plus, you’ll find a few bonus events if you’re looking for even more things to do around Chicago. More from Make It Better: 9 Navy Pier Restaurants You Need to Try […]
Here are five things to do around Chicago this weekend, including festivals and events for the entire family. Plus, there’s a new brunch in town! Lincoln Park Greek Fest June 2-4 Chicago This family-friendly festival is back for its 40th year with food, dance troupes, music, and a bounce house, games and crafts for kids. 5th […]
Spend Memorial Day weekend 2017 with the ones you love at a new Chicago Children’s Museum exhibit, an annual market, two festivals, and a dining experience that supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Forts Opens May 26 Chicago Your kiddos have probably built some amazing forts in your own living room, but now they can […]
Planning your weekend in Chicago? Shop ’til you drop at the Gilt Sample Sale, try a variety of wines while exploring businesses in Andersonville, or get active with your family at UNICEF’s Kid Power Month celebration. Or, head to the suburbs for an anniversary dinner and Chocolate Fest. Disotto Anniversary Wine Dinner May 19 Highwood The […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a movie night your kiddos will love, a garden fair and vintage market, or two foodie events in Chicago. Movie in the Park: Zootopia May 12 Winnetka Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars at Indian Hill Park, where there will also be an Animal Quest Animal Show around 6:45 […]
This weekend, kids will love a kite festival in Chicago and Touch a Truck in Glenview. Adults won’t want to miss a new show at Apollo Theater, a concert with a Grammy Award-winning pianist, or a book event in Evanston. “Dylan Brody’s Driving Hollywood” Opens May 3 Chicago Actor, comedian and writer Dylan Brody opens […]
This weekend, the Chicago Humanities Festival, a new exhibit at Anne Loucks Gallery and “My Fair Lady” at Lyric Opera of Chicago all open. Plus, shop an annual spring market and take part in a fitness class for a cause. An Evening With Marie Kondo April 28 Chicago Chicago Humanities Festival’s Springfest/17 kicks off this […]
Celebrate Earth Day with a “trashion” show benefitting the Alliance for the Great Lakes and events in Skokie and at Brookfield Zoo. Plus, enjoy a morning of yoga and mimosas and a festival celebrating diversity. Meditation & Mimosas April 22 Evanston Whether you made it through a stressful week or simply want to learn some […]
Spend quality time with your entire family at these Chicago events, including an Easter egg hunt, Earth Day celebration and spring festival. Great Chicago Egg Hunt April 14 Chicago The first Great Chicago Egg Hunt, presented by Medieval Times and the Chicago Park District, will take place this weekend at Maggie Daley Park. More than […]
