Mother’s Day weekend starts on a fashionable note at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s Fashion 2015 and ends with an Evanston house walk that has been around for 40 years. In between, you can enjoy a beer festival on the grass at Soldier Field, stop by the opening of Chicago Botanic Garden’s […]
Hello, May! This is a big month for Chicago, the host city for both the James Beard Awards (Monday, May 4) and the 2015 NFL Draft (this weekend!). If you don’t have tickets for the actual draft, catch all the action, as well as concerts, autograph signings and other activities, at the free fan festival in […]
Attention TV and movie fans: Cast members of some of today’s most popular programs are coming to Chicago this weekend, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to ask your burning questions. Plus, a New York Times best-selling author and comedian is making her way to the North Shore this weekend, and bookworms will also love […]
Happy 2015! As our lives slowly return to normal after a busy holiday season, it’s looking (and feeling) a lot more like winter outside. Instead of staying cooped up inside all weekend, grab a coat (and a scarf and hat and gloves) and venture out to these events that are sure to warm you up. […]
Families, grandparents and kids will all find something they love among the more than 30 musical and theatrical performances at this New Year’s Eve celebration. Don’t worry about the chill—the seven indoor venues hosting First Night Evanston events are located within a short distance of Evanston’s Raymond Park, which is bordered by Chicago and Hinman […]
Summer is here! Summer is here! And it even brought along an extra day to celebrate. With so much to choose from, there’s no chance you’ll see your couch this weekend. Music, art, shopping, good eats … it’s all happening. And for the brave souls who can’t wait to hit the beach, most are opening […]
The gifts are unwrapped, the candles are out and you’re staring down two weeks of “we” time with the kids home from school. No need to hole up at home—there’s plenty of fun to be had in the city and the ‘burbs, including New Year’s Eve. Here are a few ideas to keep you busy: […]
Holiday activities in Chicago and beyond? Yeah, we’ve got ‘em. There’s no shortage of great stuff to do, places to go and people to see this season. From family outings, to date nights and friendly get-togethers, we’ve got plenty of ideas to keep your holidays entertaining. The Theater Circuit Hellcab Profiles Theatre, Chicago Through January […]
The holiday season is magical. The holiday season is wondrous. The holiday season is … overwhelming! It doesn’t take too long to grow weary of mall Santas, festive bunting and the continuous chorus of “Ho ho ho!” You want to enjoy the season, so make sure you take a break from it once in a […]
It’s official—the holiday season is here. For just about everyone, Thanksgiving weekend means family, and if you’re hosting, you’ll need a go-to list of entertainment options. We’ve got your back. Music Chicago Symphony Orchestra presents Disney’s Fantasia November 23–25 220 S. Michigan Ave. A great entertainment option for the entire family, and a special treat […]
