With the weekends giving many of us time to step away from work, we must fill them with memories.
Whether exploring the parks, spending valuable time with friends and family, or attending an event in Chicago, weekends are meant to be enjoyed!
Luckily, in a city as sensational as Chicago, options are abundant. To help you make the most of your weekend, we’ve rounded up the best things to do in Chicago from October 23 – 25.
The 62nd annual Chicago International Film Festival (CIFF) is back in action now through Sunday, October 25.
From locally-produced films to global debuts, there’s something for everybody on the schedule this year.
Highlights include the world premiere of Ever After chronicling the story of local culinary star Chef Curtis Duffy, and Chicago-set coming-of-age tale Trash Mountain.
Click here to view the full film list, purchase tickets, and learn more.
The air is crisp, the leaves are beginning to change, and now’s the perfect time to pay a visit to the Lincoln Park Zoo for the return of Fall Fest.
The annual celebration is back now through November 1, and features fun for the whole family including s’mores roasting, carnival rides, pumpkin carving, live music and more.
And the best part? Admission is still 100% free!
Candlelight concerts in Chicago transform classical live music into an intimate, multi-sensory escape, bringing string quartets into gorgeous, historic venues, lit entirely by thousands of flickering LED candles.
Whether they are performing classical masterpieces by Vivaldi or reimagining modern hits, the ambient glow and acoustic beauty create an enchanting atmosphere that feels world away from the typical city noise.
Chicago’s biggest pumpkin patch pop-up is officially open for the season, and tickets are available now!
Tickets grant you access to axe throwing, carnival games, seasonal cocktails across three bars, fall treats, festive photo ops, and other fun.
Grab your passes for this weekend here.
Celebrate fall in Chicago with a special Harry Potter-inspired tea time at the Langham hotel.
The Forbidden Forest Afternoon tea experience includes a whimsical selection of teas, pastries, and gourmet bites.
Reservations are available now through November 22.
The Art Institute of Chicago recently added the first Norman Rockwell painting to its collection, and it features the Windy City’s own baseball heroes The Cubs!
Stop by the AIC’s American wing this weekend to see the piece up close and snap a no-flash photo where permitted.
Afterwards, unwind and grab a bite at the Chicago Athletic Association’s ornate Drawing Room lounge right across the street.
