Celebrate National Dance Day at the Chicago SummerDance Celebration in Millennium Park on September 17, 2022, for a day full of dance shows and performances. This free event marks the end of Chicago’s SummerDance series, two months of pop-up dance programs, shows and lessons across the City. This final celebratory event invites dancers of all… Read more »
This September 15-18, 2022, the Chicago House Music Festival and Conference will hold a series of free performances across the birthplace of House Music: the Windy City. The Music Festival kicks off on Thursday, September 15, with a House Music Symposium hosted at The University of Chicago’s Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts…. Read more »
Explore Chicago’s hidden gems with Jessica Mlinaric’s latest release, “Chicago Scavenger: The Ultimate Search for Chicago’s Hidden Treasures.” This interactive guide provides a comprehensive look into the Windy City’s many jewels. Author Jessica Mlinaric, Wicker Park native and founder of urbnexplorer.com, displays her passion for exploration, photography and culture so readers can connect with the… Read more »
Chicago Gourmet, one of the nation’s most distinguished food festivals, is ready to rock your Oktoberfest with a Sünday Fünday to remember! As a new festival highlight for 2022, Chef Sarah Grueneberg (Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio) will host Prost! Guests will enjoy chef takes on classic German delights, oom-pah bands, fun cocktails, and of course, plenty of… Read more »
Chicagoans have long treasured our beautiful lakefront, but now, more than ever, we are spending time close to our river, which underwent a major transformation. There is life in and along the river once again, including dozens of species of fish, many birds…and happy humans. The Riverwalk truly is Chicago’s second waterfront! We selected some… Read more »
Indoors or Out Whether you want to bask in the glorious heat of summer or cool down in the A/C, Chicago has a myriad of options for movie buffs (or casual viewers), so be sure to check if your favorite movie is playing in a park or theater near you. Millennium Park Millennium Park is…
We asked WNBA All Star player Candace Parker about her favorite places and things to do in Chicago. ON A BOAT ON LAKE MICHIGAN IN THE SUMMERTIME Experiencing Chicago from the water is a must for tourists and locals alike. Check out the article on page 26 for plenty of boating tips and other outdoor… Read more »
This Labor Day weekend, ARC Music Festival will return to Union Park for its second year. ARC brings house, electronic and dance music to the birthplace of house music itself: Chicago. Global leaders in these genres will perform alongside Chicago artists. Expect a fully immersive three day experience filled with energizing performances, local cuisine and… Read more »
Spice up your feed with these summer cocktails. SO FRESH, SO CLEAN @KITCHEN AMERICAN BISTRO This new refreshing sipper features arette blanco, yellow chartreuse, pisco, fresno chili, cilantro, lemon and agave. The Kitchen is a sexy bar and bistro located on the Chicago River, shaking up killer drinks and flavors from around the world. OCEAN… Read more »
A memorable trip is never complete without collecting some souvenirs! All across the city you can find gift shops and speciality stores for the perfect item to commemorate your trip. Here are seven locations to pick the right souvenir for you and those back home. Art Institute of Chicago The quintessential place to find quality… Read more »
The Art Institute of Chicago Umbrella The Art Institute of Chicago has many gifts inspired by its most famous paintings, but none quite as apt as the umbrella based on Gustave Caillebotte’s Rainy Day. It measures 36″ across when open and closes to 11″ x 2″ to fit neatly into a purse or backpack. The… Read more »