Spring is just around the corner, and the city is celebrating with flowers galore! March is full of cultural events and activities: from Shakespeare to Mary Poppins, superheros to ancient warriors. With two big flower shows, a pet expo, and… Continue Reading
Escape to another time, culture, or perspective this month! There’s plenty to fill your calendar for the rest of February: see many of the gorgeous Edwardian-era costumes from Downton Abbey, celebrate Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods, and engage with a variety of… Continue Reading
This month you can honor the legacy and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., bundle up in a heated jacket for a walking tour, enjoy top-notch local theater, or break your dietary New Year’s resolutions with a trip (or… Continue Reading
Yes, despite the current 50 (and 60?!) degree weather, we are indeed heading into the final weeks of the year. Whether or not it’s a white Christmas, there are plenty of holiday activities happening, including a Polar Express-themed train ride,… Continue Reading
Parades, food, markets, music and more! This November is packed with events, whether you’re in the mood for unique holiday shopping, surrealist art, or ice skating off all that turkey and pie. Activities: Head over to State Street on Thanksgiving… Continue Reading
Nighttime parades, spooky movies, haunted hayrides, and a Thriller dance mob–it’s time for Halloween in Chicago! There are innumerable Halloween-themed activities for all ages and interests this month, as well as a events for architecture buffs, and film and music… Continue Reading
Yes, summer is (almost) officially over, but with the promise of fall colors, countless new plays, concerts, and other events (including the inaugural Chicago Museum week), there’s a lot to look forward to! Activities: Chicago’s first Museum Week kicks off… Continue Reading
The summer days may be waning, but from Albany Park to Pilsen to Bucktown the fests are going strong! Enjoy these remaining weeks of warmth outdoors, where there’s enough art, music, food, and culture to see you through to fall.… Continue Reading
Fests: Billed as “The largest Latino festival in the Midwest”, Fiesta del Sol offers food, live music, and lots of family-friendly activities during its four day run in the Pilsen neighborhood (July 30-August 2). The Chinatown Summer Fair features not only a… Continue Reading
So many things to do, so little time. The summer fests are rolling out in force, with Blues Fest, RibFest, Midsommarfest, Chicago Pride, and…well, too many more to mention here. Father’s Day: Time Out Chicago contends that while Mother’s Day is… Continue Reading