5 Things to Do: July 20-22

This weekend, don’t miss the celebration of Special Olympics’ 50th Anniversary right here in Chicago, plus festivals featuring everything from tacos and tamales to art from around the world. 50th Anniversary of Special Olympics  July 17-21 Chicago Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Special Olympics with events like the Unified Soccer Tournament, Global Day of Inclusion […]

Shedd Aquarium: Behold the Beauty at BLU on Aug. 18

The Shedd Aquarium Auxiliary Board invites you to a night of celebration at BLU: Behold the Beauty! This year, BLU highlights the new special exhibit, Underwater Beauty. From 7 p.m. to midnight, you’ll enter a world of shimmer, color, pattern, and rhythm, where jellies pulse, eels ribbon, and a rainbow comes alive with reef fishes. […]

5 Things to Do: July 13-15

This weekend is all about festivals, food, and fun, starting with a celebration of country music and barbecue. Plus, don’t miss another music festival featuring local acts, food, and craft beer, a burger festival, and a farmers market in the suburbs. There’s even a new musical that’s perfect for the entire family. Windy City Smokeout […]

5 Things to Do: July 6-8

This weekend, don’t miss the start of a concert series at Brookfield Zoo, a walking tour of Pilsen’s murals, a pet adoption event, an art gallery reception, and the Art Institute of Chicago’s newest major exhibit. Summer Nights Concerts Begins July 6-7 Brookfield Brookfield Zoo’s Summer Nights Concerts are back Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. […]

31 of the Best Things to Do in Chicago This July

Summer is in full swing, so make the most of it with these July events. Theater Opens June 30: “Heartbreak Hotel“ This jukebox musical follows the story of Elvis Presley in the early years of his career as he and Sam Phillips create the music that will forever change their lives. Broadway Playhouse at Water […]

5 Things to Do: June 29 to July 1

Say goodbye to June and hello to July with a shopping event, art and food festivals, and a cookbook signing around Chicago this weekend. Glencoe Sidewalk Sale June 29-30 Glencoe You’ll have a chance to explore Glencoe during this event highlighting some of the best merchandise and food the village has to offer. Windy City […]

5 Things to Do: June 22-24

This weekend, a new exhibit will open at the National Hellenic Museum, Bubbles Academy and Little Beans Cafe will host a summer block party for your kiddos, Navy Pier will celebrate Pride Month, Brookfield Zoo will welcome local and national breweries for a beer tasting, and a favorite art festival will return to Evanston. “Lives […]

5 Things to Do: Father's Day Weekend 2018

Celebrate Dad all weekend long with a free music festival, a race to support programs for racial justice and violence prevention, a barbecue, and tours by bike or helicopter. And if you need last-minute gift inspiration, check out our Father’s Day Gift Guide. Winnetka Music Festival June 15-16 Winnetka After a successful debut last year, […]