A Cappella in Chicagoland: From March 29 to April 6, Chicago a cappella will perform “Jazz a Cappella,” at venues throughout the Chicago area. The ensemble of 10 singers, unaccompanied by instruments, will blend vocal standards with original works. What to Hear: Chicago a cappella will perform jazz songs originally like “My Funny Valentine,” “Satin… Read more »
Spring has hit Chicago, and with summer just around the corner, you’ll want to cool off with ice cream. Below, we’ve listed even Chicago ice cream shops where you can get classic flavors or try innovative creations. The Original Rainbow Cone South Side-Born: Opened in Beverly in 1926, The Original Rainbow Cone has expanded to… Read more »
As March Madness takes over the country, college basketball fans are not only looking for thrilling games but also for the best places to catch the action. Chicago bars and restaurants are rolling out promotions to make the most of this annual sports frenzy, so you can stay on top of the action without breaking… Read more »
The 2024-25 theater season in Chicago begins to wind down with some heavy hitters. Broadway in Chicago brings the national tours of three Tony-winning musicals, and a fourth comes from an acclaimed local company. Plus, there’s the American premiere of a British hit about a legendary rock band, the latest offering from the folks at… Read more »
Chicago has no shortage of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, from parades to river dyeing to limited-edition menus. In 2025, these institutions will provide a variety of ways to honor the city’s Irish heritage through the holiday weekend. We also have our Ultimate Irish Pub Crawl, featuring eight Irish pubs throughout the city. HAWKSMOOR Rarebit and… Read more »
March 1 marked the start of International Women’s Month, and WNDR Chicago in the West Loop is hosting a series of events to celebrate women, alongside new and groundbreaking installations. Professors from University of Illinois Chicago’s School of Design, Austin Watson and Pedro Neves, created WNDR’s most innovative project yet. The brand new Touch installation… Read more »
With more than 1 million residents of Irish heritage, Chicago is the perfect place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Every year, the Chicago River is dyed emerald green on the Saturday morning preceding March 17 as a symbol of Irish pride. Afterwards there’s a parade through Grant Park on Columbus Drive. Naturally, a city with… Read more »
Uncorked is coming to Chicago to host its fifth annual Uncorked Wine Festival at the Field Museum of Natural History on the Museum Campus. The event takes place on the evening of Saturday, March 8. The festival allows you to sample more than 100 selections of 50+ wineries from across the globe, including Meiomi, Chateau… Read more »
Chicago is home to many historic churches and religious buildings, including some which were once considered the tallest buildings in the entire United States. From Gothic Revival to Chicago School architecture, visit these houses of worship to see how they define the city’s art and style. CHICAGO TEMPLE BUILDING Chapel in the Sky: Founded in… Read more »
To kick off Women’s History Month, the Chicago chapter of Let’s Talk Womxn, a national organization of women-owned restaurateurs and food and beverage entrepreneurs, is having its 5th annual More Than March Bash on March 2, at Moe’s Cantina River North at 155 W. Kinzie St. The night will have more than 30 tasting stations… Read more »
March is Women’s History Month, and in Chicago, there are plenty of ways to celebrate women and support women-owned businesses. Here are a few that stand out. Let’s Talk Womxn The nationwide celebration comes to Chicago on Friday, March 1 at Moe’s Cantina in River North. In its fourth year, the Black & Bling Bash… Read more »