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halloween pop-ups
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Spooktacular Halloween Pop-Ups

Chicago knows how to do Halloween right, and this year’s lineup of pop-ups and specials is packed with eerie cocktails, immersive experiences and creative costume contests that will have you feeling festive throughout the spooky season. Check all websites for full details on tickets and reservations.  Frankenstein’s Mad Scientist Cocktail Lab When: Throughout OctoberWhere: Hubbard… Read more »

Explore Oak Park
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Explore Oak Park This Holiday Season

Oak Park’s holiday events and activities make the neighborhood a festive destination to celebrate the season, bringing together food, family fun and a vibrant community atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for family activities, holiday shopping or simply a taste of holiday spirit, Oak Park always has something to explore. Holiday Housewalk & Market The experience: This… Read more »

Films by Women/Chicago '74
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Films by Women/Chicago ’74: A 50th Anniversary Celebration 

This fall, The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University and the Gene Siskel Film Center celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Films by Women/Chicago ’74 festival. Running from September to November, both theaters will host a series of screenings, discussions and events. This celebration honors a pivotal moment in cinematic history that promoted women… Read more »

Hyde Park Jazz Festival
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Hyde Park Jazz Festival: A Celebration of Music and Community

The Hyde Park Jazz Festival is returning for its 18th year on Sept. 28-29. This special event offers a two-day, free celebration of jazz on the South Side. Featuring 36 performances across various stages, the festival highlights the creative diversity of Chicago jazz. Showcasing both emerging talents and renowned artists from national and international scenes,… Read more »

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Top Chicago Summer Festivals 2025

Every weekend during the summer, Chicago comes alive with festivals, ranging from neighborhood celebrations to huge events that spotlight the city’s ethnic and cultural diversity. We’ve combed through the listings and found these 11 festivals. Admission to all, except for the Windy City Smokeout, is free, although some have a suggested donation. Maifest  Spring’s counterpart… Read more »

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Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Chicago 2025

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1962 against overwhelming odds. May 5 was celebrated a year later in Mexico and Los Angeles, where the U.S. and Mexican flags flew alongside each other at a parade. Although it has since declined in popularity in Mexico,… Read more »