Live Jazz at the MCA is back! Join the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) for Tuesdays on the Terrace for the first time since 2019! Enjoy live jazz every Tuesday from 5:30-8pm at the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden. The program, hosted by Al Carter Bey of WDCB 90.9 FM and featuring… Read more »
Prevent another boring night out. Change up your night out with some exciting Chicago places for live music and great food. Howl At The Moon Get ready to sing and dance the night away. Howl At the Moon in the Near North is the best place for anything from memorable celebrations, such as holiday parties… Read more »
Calling all Jurassic Park super fans! On March 25 and 27, join the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for Jurassic Park in Concert! Relive the magic feeling of the classic film with a thrilling 2 and a half hour performance of John WIlliams’ score led by conductor Richard Kaufman. Enjoy the excitement and fear of the action… Read more »
Missing the theater? After two long years, the Congo Square Theatre makes its long awaited return to live performances! On Thursday, March 31, the Congo Square Theatre’s performance of What to Send Up When It Goes Down at the GRAY! More than just a performance, this play by Alesha B. Harris was designed to help… Read more »
In light of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) reopening live performances after two years, they are hosting the Chicago premiere of All The Sex I’ve Ever Had! This groundbreaking show explores the experiences — including love and loss — of six real-world Chicagoans over the age of 62. They share stories of first crushes,… Read more »
Explore the world in these Chicago neighborhoods. We’ve selected four of our favorite neighborhoods to indulge in culture, food, and more from around the world. Chinatown – Eastern Asia As soon as you set foot in Chicago’s historic century-old Chinatown neighborhood, you’re transported to eastern Asia. Wander around the streets lined with traditional souvenir shops,… Read more »
February 1st marks the start of Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Take the time to educate yourself by visiting museums around the city. Chicago History Museum Check out the “Remembering Dr. King: 1929-1968” exhibition at the Chicago History… Read more »
With the weather in Chicago continuing to drop, consider enjoying the warm and vibrant culture of Mexico City. Visit the Ballet Folkórico de México de Amalia Hernández presented by the Auditorium Theater. Celebrating its 70th anniversary, the Ballet Folklórico de México brings the rich music, dance, and stunning costumes of Mexico to Chicago. The company… Read more »
From impressionist paintings to archeological artifacts to scientific adventures, Chicago has some of the most exciting museums in the world. There’s no better time to visit than during the upcoming free museum days. Art Institute of Chicago World-renowned for its expansive collection, the Art Institute features the works of Hopper, Monet, Seurat, and Van Gogh,… Read more »
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is one of Chicago’s most family-friendly science museums for children and adults. Also known as one of the oldest public museums in Chicago, this museum is celebrating 165 years with a special Founder Day event where they will “open the vault” to the public and showcase rare specimens and artifacts… Read more »