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 over the city this month in Chicago.
This weekend in Chicago is a jam-packed one, with jaw-dropping art and architecture events, neighborhood festivals, riveting live theatre, family-friendly fun, exhilarating live music, outdoor adventures, and so much more.
Check out just a few of the top things to do this weekend in Chicago, Oct. 11 – 13, 2024. Please note that all events are subject to change.
51st Annual Historic Pullman House Tour
The Pullman Civic Organization(PCO) and Historic Pullman Foundation(HPF) are thrilled to host the 51st annual Historic Pullman House Tour, coming Saturday and Sunday, October 12th…
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. On race day, runners will set out to…
Chicago Fashion Week
Chicago Fashion Week® (CHIFW), a 12-day lineup of special events, running Oct. 9-20, focused on the city’s fashion industry. Events including fashion shows and presentations,…
Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo
Dive into the wonderful world of autumn-from picking the perfect pumpkin to taking in the scents of hot cider and toasted s'mores-with Lincoln Park Zoo's…
Destinos 7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival
CLATA ANNOUNCES DESTINOS, 7TH CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL LATINO THEATER FESTIVAL, FEATURING MOST EXTENSIVE FESTIVAL LINE-UP IN ITS HISTORY, WITH WORKS FROM BRAZIL, CHILE, ARGENTINA, MEXICO, THE…
The Devil is in the Detours
Have you ever wanted to escape? The Second City presents the 112th Mainstage Revue The Devil is in the Detours, a hilarious and unhinged descent into…
The Neo-Futurists Present: THE INFINITE WRENCH
At THE INFINITE WRENCH you'll see thirty original plays in sixty minutes, written and performed by The Neo-Futurist Ensemble. Each play offers something different, be…
Brick of Chicago Rogers Park Walking Tour
On a Brick of Chicago neighborhood walking tour, you'll learn about all the elements that make Chicago one of the most interesting and dynamic cities…
Day of the Dead Exhibition: To Remember
Join us for the exhibition opening and artisan market on Saturday, Oct. 12th from 1pm till 4pm. Local artisans selling traditional arts and crafts, sugar…
Chicago Style Improv
Get ready to experience “classic” improvisation that will leave you laughing long after the curtains close! Combining lightning-fast wit, razor-sharp skills, and boundless creativity, Chicago…
Walking Tour: Haunted by Our Dark Side
The rise in popularity of true crime TV shows tells us something: we are fascinated — morbidly fascinated — by true stories of death and…
Chicago Red Stars Home Match
The NWSL Chicago Red Stars, come cheer us on at SeatGeek Stadium!
Chicago Seadog Haunted River Tour
Step aboard our Seadog Haunted Tours for a fun-filled journey through Chicago's history of ghosts, spirits, scandals, and sins. As you cruise along the Chicago…
ENCOUNTER: Playable Theatre
What would truly playable theatre that generates new stories at every performance look like? ENCOUNTER: Live, improvisational, and multimedia. Dates: Saturday, October 12 at 7pm…
Splatter Theater
I’m In the town of Mayfield, thirteen horror movie caricatures find themselves at the murderous whims of some guy in a hockey mask. In the…
Creepy Crawly Coal Mine at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s very first exhibit has some new creepy, crawly “miners.” From October 12 – 31, all tours through the…
Modern Vintage
From the successful group behind the Randolph Street market, Chicago's premiere summer pop-up shopping destination, comes Modern Vintage: a one-day vintage apparel and accessory celebration.…
Little Women
As the March family awaits the return of their father from war, sisters Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy navigate love, loss, and the pursuit of…
Halloween Creepy Crawlies
There are relatively few family friendly dance productions that explore the creepy and sweet seeking (quite a juxtaposition) nature of Halloween. Halloween Creepy Crawlies while…
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
IT’S TIME TO BELIEVE IN MAGIC Broadway’s Spellbinding Sensation Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is coming to Chicago on its first-ever North American Tour. Join the…
Chicago: Home of House Exhibit
Commemorating the 40th anniversary of House music, this one-of-a-kind exhibit will pay homage to the energy, music, and dance of Black and Latino youth on…
ART on THE MART
ART on THE MART is one of the world’s largest digital art platforms that transforms an architectural landmark into a permanent, larger-than-life canvas. A shining…
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure
You and your family can seek, play, and explore at Hershey Super Sweet Adventure, an interactive experience designed for guests of all ages! This unique…
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