Make the most of the last few weeks of summer with a favorite festival, live music at Navy Pier, and fun annual events at Brookfield Zoo and Chicago Botanic Garden. Then, start your back-to-school shopping at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago. 61st Annual Ginza Holiday Festival Aug. 12-14 Chicago This Japanese cultural festival will feature […]
Have an aspiring actor in the family? Goodman Theatre is holding open auditions on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for their 39th annual performance of “A Christmas Carol.” Children ages 5 to 17 of all genders and ethnicities are welcome to audition for the four younger roles: Tiny Tim, Emily Cratchit, Belinda Cratchit […]
As we say hello to August, don’t miss a festival all about a classic Chicago food, a new kids fair, two art festivals and a hit Broadway show. Chicago Hot Dog Fest Aug. 5-7 Chicago Chicago History Museum is hosting this celebration of a Chicago staple with vendors including Edzo’s, Wiener Take All and Cooker’s Red Hots. The […]
If you’re not heading to Lollapalooza (where Evanston native Jessie Arlen, stage name iDA HAWK, will perform songs she co-wrote with GriZ on Friday night) this weekend, say goodbye to July with a movie at Ravinia and a wine tasting in Winnetka instead. Families also won’t want to miss a kid-friendly show, workshop or sand sculpting […]
Head to Chicago for free staged readings at Goodman Theatre and to get a taste of Latin America. Or, stick around the suburbs for a new taco fest, Summerfest or festival of art. Highwood Days & North Shore Taco Fest July 20-24 Highwood Highwood’s oldest festival, Highwood Days, takes place alongside the first ever North […]
This weekend, get outside for some Shakespeare and shopping, or visit the Museum of Science and Industry for family-friendly and adults-only LEGO events. Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks Begins July 14 Chicago For the fifth year, Chicago Shakespeare Theater is touring the city with free outdoor performances. On Thursday and Friday, catch this year’s show, “Twelfth […]
It’s time for one of Chicago’s biggest summer events, plus two more festivals, a sidewalk sale in the suburbs and a show by Brad Zimmerman. Taste of Chicago July 6-10 Chicago This year’s Taste of Chicago features food from favorites like Billy Goat Tavern & Grill and Lou Malnati’s, plus 11 new pop-up restaurants like Gus’s World […]
Fourth of July weekend is here and filled with festivals and celebrations throughout the Chicago area. Plus, as always, find even more to do in our 99 Days of Summer series. “Love Kills: A Concert Reading” July 1-3 Chicago Steppenwolf ensemble members Ora Jones (“Matilda the Musical”) and Jeff Perry (“Scandal”) star in this reading of a […]
This weekend, see Steppenwolf’s newest show, eat and rock out at a festival from Rachael Ray, sip beer from local breweries at a brand new festival in Ravenswood, race through Rosemont or shop art in Winnetka. “Between Riverside and Crazy” Opens June 23 Chicago Steppenwolf’s latest production is a Pulitzer Prize winner starring Victor Almanzar, Elena […]
This Father’s Day, take Dad to an ale or barbecue festival in Chicago before heading to Pride Fest. You can also enjoy a relaxing evening at Ravinia or visit Itasca for a Scottish festival. And if you still need a gift, we’ve got you covered. Chicago Ale Fest June 17-18 Chicago Treat Dad to an […]
