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 »
Navy Pier is a haven for local art and culture. New and unique exhibits are always coming into the iconic pier. Loop is one such exhibit. Loop is an interactive art piece by popular artists Olivier Girouard and Jonathan Villeneuve, known for their many public artworks across Canada, in collaboration with creative studio Ottoblix. This… 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 »
If you’re looking for some of Chicago’s most unique hot spots to shop for yourself or your loved ones, look no further. Below are some of the best spots to shop, eat and enjoy yourself. Magnificent Mile Not only does the Magnificent Mile on Michigan Ave. contain the water tower with dozens of shops in… Read more »
Chicago’s 12th annual Restaurant week began January 25th and will be happening all across Chicago until February 7th. If you’ve always wanted to try different restaurants around the city, then this is your time to shine! With over dozens of restaurants participating there is an endless amount of food to consume from now until then! Here… Read more »
Just when you thought going to a beach…in Chicago…in January was nearly impossible, Navy Pier makes it happen! From January 19-February 3, head to The Beach Chicago, an interactive, immersive art installation consisting of a large, open room filled with more than one MILLION recyclable plastic balls. Surrounding this massive ball pit are all things… Read more »
Chicago is home to some of the best and most unique shops, so what better way to check some gifts off your list than to shop around town! Here are some of the most recommended spots by the ones who have seen them all. Diane Shugert, The Westin Chicago River North At The Spice House… Read more »
The Hard Rock Cafe is the perfect spot to get in tune with all your music history. Whether it be with family or friends, here are some of the best things Hard Rock Cafe has to offer! Memorabilia-lined Walls A ‘56 Les Paul Custom shredded on by Jimmy Hendrix, a guitar literally shredded to pieces… Read more »
Chicago Winter can be brutal, which means sight-seeing can be unbearable at times! However, Gray Line Tours has the solution to help you stay warm, while also visiting the hottest spots in the city. Here are 4 ways to stay warm during your visit with Gray Line: Take the Scenic Route Chosen itinerary aside, your… Read more »