There are plenty of events around the city honoring and celebrating Juneteenth — a combination of June and Nineteenth — which celebrates the emancipation of Black people from slavery and was established as a federal holiday in 2021. Concierge Preferred has compiled a list of 10 celebrations you can check out this weekend! 1865 Fest… Read more »
Everybody knows Lollapalooza, Pitchfork, North Coast, and Riot Fest, but there are so many other COOL festivals coming back to Chicago this summer. We asked our beloved concierges to tell us about their favorite festivals. GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL “This is a tough one because there are so many festivals in June and July! I’m… Read more »
Chicago comes alive in the summertime! There are endless opportunities to enjoy all the city has to offer outdoors with the family. Lincoln Park Zoo Take advantage of one of the nation’s last free admission zoos this summer. Located right in Lincoln Park, the zoo is home to nearly 200 unique animal species from around… Read more »
Chicago’s known for its iconic skyline, but there’s also plenty of green scenery to enjoy during the sunshine season. With this year marking the Chicago Park District’s 10th annual Night Out in the Parks program, there is so much to do in parks across the city. This summer, the Chicago Park District is partnering with… Read more »
Cheers! June is National Rose Month and there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate with restaurants and bars across the city! The Hampton Social is hosting a variety of events and happenings throughout the month of June to celebrate. Stop by on Wednesdays for Rosé tastings, during which you can sample two of The Hampton… Read more »
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra has been recognized as one of the greatest orchestras in the world for over a century. This summer, the CSO presents plenty of events at different locations throughout the city. We have no doubt that you will find at least one concert to your liking. We selected some of our favorite… Read more »
Take to the city’s streets this summer for endless markets and fairs. Enjoy plenty of food, music, art, and dancing in neighborhoods across Chicago. 1. Gold Coast Art Fair Grant Park’s 60th annual Gold Coast Art Fair is making its return June 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy the works of… Read more »
June 1st marks the start of Pride Month in Chicago! Show off your pride for Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community this year by attending some vibrant events or shopping and eating at LGBTQ+ owned businesses. EVENTS Pride Night at Shedd Aquarium Kick off Pride Month right at Shedd Aquarium. On June 1st, 6-10pm, enjoy incredible DJs, delicious… Read more »
Chicago is a city known for its public art and rich culture. This summer, be sure to visit the city’s National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) for its annual Sor Juana Festival, which honors one of Mexico’s greatest writers Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz. Cruz is a 17th-century Mexican nun, playwright, mathematician, and poet,… Read more »
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 »
Lollapalooza is back! From August 3-6 at Grant Park, one of Chicago’s largest summer music festivals will be rocking Grant Park. Headlining this summer’s Lollapalooza are Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lana Del Rey, Odesza, Karol G, The 1975, and Tomorrow X Together. With nine stages and over 170 bands from across… Read more »
For over 100 years, the Morton Salt Complex has held a surplus of salt for packaging and distribution operations. Now, The Salt Shed has transformed into a welcoming social spot that will host some of your favorite events. Earlier this year, The Morton Salt Shed made its debut, and it will be back in 2023… Read more »