Blog, Neighborhoods, Special events
Day of the Dead in Chicago: a celebration of (after) life
Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, is a tradition that has been practiced for more than 3,000 years in Mexican…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Chicago voted Best Big City in the U.S.
Welcome to the country's Best Big City! Chicago has won the prestigious award for the eighth consecutive year.
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Nightlife, Special events
Chicago Halloween bars, pop-ups, and events 2024
Are you ready for a frighteningly good time this Halloween in Chicago? The city is filled with spine-chilling pop-up experiences, haunted events, and eerily good…
Blog, Special events
Things to do in Chicago this weekend
Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all…
Blog, Special events
40+ things to do in Chicago this October
October is a fun-filled time in Chicago, with endless Halloween events and fall-themed celebrations happening all month long. Start filling up your calendar with mystical…
Blog, Special events
10 films to catch during Chicago International Film Festival 2024
Save the date cinephiles: the renowned Chicago International Film Festival is back with a fresh lineup of screenings from Oct. 16 – 27, 2024. The…
The 77: A City of Neighborhoods
THE 77 – CHICAGO TV TRAVEL SERIES Embark on a journey through the diverse and complicated tapestry of Chicago’s neighborhoods as we unveil “The 77:…
Blog, Theater & dance
10 hot Chicago shows to see this fall
The fall season may be cooling down the weather but Chicago’s theatre scene continues to heat up with a series of exciting musicals, dramas, comedies,…
Free & cheap
10 free things to do in Chicago this October
You don’t need to reach for your wallet to get your fill of fun things to do all around the city. Here are 10 of…
Architecture & history, Special events
16 unique architecture sites to explore during Open House Chicago 2024
Have you ever walked by a building and thought “I wonder what that looks like inside?” Well, now’s your chance to take a closer look…
Blog, Special events
Your guide to the first-ever Chicago Fashion Week
Chicago has long been known as a place of artistic expression, from the ground-breaking public art on our streets to the masterpieces in our museums…
Blog, Dining
13 must-try Hispanic-owned restaurants in Chicago
National Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time to discover the diverse culinary traditions of Chicago’s dynamic Hispanic/Latino communities. The city’s Hispanic-owned restaurants specialize in…
Architecture & history, Tours & attractions
Step inside historic homes during the 51st Annual Pullman House Tour
Chicago is a city of firsts, particularly when it comes to architecture. And Pullman, the first planned industrial town in the country and the city’s…
Blog, Parks & outdoors
Where to see fall colors in and around Chicago
Chicago’s many parks, gardens, and natural areas are gorgeous year-round — but they’re particularly stunning in the fall. That’s when you can see striking red,…
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