Lollapalooza 2024 returns to Chicago’s Grant Park from August 1-4. Explore citywide events, including brunch specials and exciting aftershows.
Celebrate at Ravenswood’s Famous Malt Row The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is bringing back the Ravenswood on Tap Festival this weekend, taking over Ravenswood’s Famous Malt Row with local beer, axe-throwing, live music, and more! Breweries Enjoy brews from Begyle Brewing, Cultivate by Forbidden Root, Dovetail Brewery, and more. Pair your beer with delicious… Read more »
Experience the Best of Music at Union Park The Pitchfork Music Festival returns to Chicago from July 19-21, 2024, at Union Park. This three-day event showcases a diverse lineup of artists, featuring performances by Black Pumas, Jai Paul, 100 Gecs, Jamie xx, Carly Rae Jepsen, Alanis Morissette, and more. With over 40 artists on three… Read more »
ARC Music Festival has unveiled its highly anticipated 2024 lineup. This edition is set to take place from August 30th to September 1st at Chicago’s Union Park. Labor Day Weekend event promises an electrifying experience for electronic music enthusiasts, featuring an impressive roster of world-renowned DJs and producers. Returning to the heart of the city… Read more »
Chicago’s Union Park is gearing up for a music extravaganza as the Pitchfork Music Festival announces its lineup for 2024. From July 19 to July 21, music enthusiasts will be treated to a diverse range of performances from renowned artists across three exciting days. Friday’s lineup sets the tone with dynamic acts such as Black… Read more »
CHICAGO’S ST PATRICK’S DAY SPECTACLE by Leentje De Leeuw Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey with Shoreline Sightseeing as they paint the Chicago River green in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Since 1939, this family-owned gem has been an integral part of Chicago’s landscape. Located on Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier, Shoreline Sightseeing invites you to… Read more »
On February 10, people across the world will ring in the Lunar New Year with festivities and celebrations. Here’s how you can commemorate the Year of the Dragon in Chicago. ARGYLE LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION Uptown United and local businesses, non-profits, and cultural organizations on Argyle Street present their annual Lunar New Year celebration on… Read more »
Riot Fest, a Chicago festival that has been delivering exceptional musical performances and experiences for almost two decades, is back with a lineup that proves to be fantastic. From full album performances to carnival rides, vintage arcade games, and so much more, Riot Fest is ready to take over Douglass Park once again. Here’s everything… Read more »
Prepare to witness the consuming world of performance art as the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Chicago announces the return of Chicago Performs. This annual festival, starting on September 7th, will feature exciting new works by three talented Chicago artists: Irene Hsiao, Jonas Becker, and Anjal Chande. It’s a celebration of the city’s thriving performance… Read more »
Get your lederhosen ready because the Chicago German-American Fest is back, and it’s better than ever! From September 8th to 10th, 2023, Lincoln Square, at the corner of Lincoln and Western, will be the place to be for a weekend of German-inspired festivities that promise fun for all ages. Here’s your guide to this year’s… Read more »
One of the Windy City’s most anticipated events of the new year, Chicago Restaurant Week 2025 offers special deals on multi-course prix fixe meals at participating locations with brunch and lunch for $30 and/or dinner for $45 or $60. After looking through more than 470 restaurants from the list, we’ve hand-picked some promising dishes at… Read more »
Prohibition still captivates the public’s imagination more than 100 years later. This is especially true in Chicago thanks to numerous depictions in popular culture in the ensuing decades. Remnants of those days still exist at the old Chicago bars listed below. Many have a history as speakeasies, while others evoke Roaring Twenties glamor. Green Mill… Read more »