The historic Bronzeville district has long been a hub of flourishing businesses and culture, but its renaissance has enticed locals and visitors alike to start flocking to the community’s shops, restaurants and entertainment. Since the early 20th century and the Great Migration, Bronzeville has been considered the historic center of African American culture in Chicago…. Read more »
Summer isn’t over yet, and exciting events are headed to Chicago this August! We are seeing more in-person events scheduled, and while some of our favorite in-person events cannot be held this year, many are going virtual. Find out which events you can be a part of in-person or from the comfort of your own!… Read more »
Life doesn’t get much better than listening to your favorite bands on a warm summers day! With Chicago’s plethora of concerts, you will surely be able to find the festival and band you are dying to see live. Check the list below to see who’s coming to the Windy City this summer: Festivals: Lollapalooza: August… Read more »
JULY 1O-14, 2019 Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St. 11am- 9pm Wednesday-Friday 10am-9pm Saturday & Sunday Calling all foodies! Are you ready to ‘taste’ Chicago, or rather Chicago’s finest restaurants? Well then, mark your calendars because on July 10-14 the City of Chicago’s biggest food festival takes over Grant Park: The Taste of Chicago. For… Read more »
by Dustin Ford Ever since Al Capone was smuggling Canadian malt into the Second City, Chicagoans have loved beer. They love it so much that there are constant beer festivals held each year. We have compiled a list of Chicago’s most noteworthy beer-related events for your viewing pleasure. Please drink responsibly! (This list is comprised… Read more »
The 2019 Chicago Donut Festival is just around the corner! Some of the best bakers and pastry specialists that call Chicago home are coming together at the Old Crow Smokehouse on West Kinzie street to throw a celebration of sprinkles and sugar! Bring your friends and your appetites to this sweet festival on April 6th…. Read more »
Booming thuds and roars fill the mist around the Pier; something wicked this way comes. Excision has returned to Chicago as a part of his new tour, Apex. Jeff Abel, better know as Excision, is a producer and DJ, who is best known for his heavy electronic music and exceptional concert venues. His music consists… Read more »
I can’t think of a better way to welcome spring than with the Chicago Flower and Garden Show at Navy Pier. This botanist’s blowout puts my garage garden to shame. Five days of live shows, competitions, and educational programs makes this an event you won’t want to miss. The show is broken into 16 themed… Read more »
Every year Chicago dyes it’s river green for Saint Patrick’s Day. This neon waterbed points right towards Ireland. These two things, however, are unrelated. In fact, the reason for using green dye in the first place was because the river was so disgusting! Back in the 50s, Major Richard Daley was tired of looking at… Read more »
Navy Pier is celebrating one of the worlds biggest parties! Carnival (or Carnaval) was originally meant to be a blowout party before Lent, but now a days more and more people are finding reasons to join the party. Carnival is a celebration all around the world. Now you can join the masquerade mania on March… Read more »
Addington Gallery This River North gallery explores the world of wax, resin, pigments and so many other techniques that emerge any viewer into the world of abstract art. The gallery’s work features many artists, local and known. So check out a unique, yet beautiful expression of Chicago’s recognized artists! Andrew Rafacz Gallery Two new exhibitions… Read more »
Chicago Theatre Week is the annual celebration of the city’s vibrant theater scene, showcasing the wide array of talent and creativity that make Chicago a hub for live performance. The event, which will take place from February 16th-26th this year, offers audiences the opportunity to explore a diverse range of productions at a discounted rate,… Read more »