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This Charming Town Near Chicago Was Named Best Small Town in Illinois—Famous for its 19th-Century Architecture and Scenic River

There is a small town in Illinois that embodies a storybook setting with historic 1800s architecture, and it’s just three…

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Lollapalooza Street Closures Begin This Week: Here’s What to Know

Lollapalooza is just weeks away and street closures have officially begun in preparation for Chicago’s largest music festival. The…
This West Coast Fast Food Chain Is Making a Return To Chicago After 40 Years

After more than 40 years, Jack in the Box is reopening in the Chicago area. According to…
You Can Get Discounts at 25+ Chicago Pizzerias With This New City Pass

Looking to explore Chicago’s best pizzerias on a budget? Now’s your chance! Choose Chicago has launched its first-ever “Pizza Pass,”…
Small Cheval Opens at Former “The Freeze” Location in Logan Square
A New $10 Cocktail Bar Is Coming to Logan Square—And It’s From the Team Behind Daisies

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Things To Do

An UNO Social Club is Coming to Chicago—Here’s What to Expect

UNO fanatics in the Windy City have a reason to celebrate—the popular card game is coming soon to a bar near you in the form of a new interactive experience!…
July 17, 2025

The Jazz Room Chicago Brings The Soul Of 1920s New Orleans To Life With Live Music

Jazz didn’t just pass through the Windy City—it bloomed there. The Jazz Room Chicago channels…
July 15, 2025

The Best Things To Do In Chicago In August 2025

It’s hard to believe that the beginning of a new month is already here, which means there are many new things to discover in Chicago in August. Whether you’re a…
An All-New Music Festival is Coming to Edgewater This Summer
This Doggy Dining Experience Is Coming To Chicago For One Weekend Only

Food & Drink

The Secret’s Out—Starbucks Launches Official Secret Menu With These 4 New Drinks in Chicago

If you have a favorite fast-food restaurant but have never tried anything off-menu, you might be missing out on some of their best offerings. It might be news, but almost…
The Biggest Peach Festival in Illinois is Happening This Month

Summer is finally here and what better way to celebrate than with the biggest peach festival in Illinois? Windy Acres Farm’s 40th annual peach festival is back for two action-packed…
This Tiny Hawaiian Spot Near Chicago Just Made the New York Times’ Chicago Dining Guide

If you’re currently watching season 4 of The Bear, you may feel inspired to explore the Chicago dining scene, and the New York Times shares that sentiment. The newspaper…
Playa Bowls Opens Second Chicago Location in Lincoln Park

Looking for an acai fix? Playa bowls has you covered! Chicago’s favorite destination for fruit bowls and natural treats is opening its second local storefront in Lincoln Park just in…

Culture

Chicago Fire FC Is Hosting The Hottest Party Of The Summer This Month

Get ready to witness Chicago’s hottest summer party! Get your tickets for the Chicago Fire White Party…
Paul McCartney “Got Back” Tour Coming to Chicago This Fall

Paul McCartney is hitting the road this fall, bringing his “Got Back” 2025 World Tour to Chicago for two…
These Two Chicago-Area Malls Are Among the Best in the U.S.

Looking to plan your next shopping spree? Two Chicago-area malls just landed among the best in the country! USA…
This New Sightseeing Tour Explores Pope Leo’s Early Years on the South Side of Chicago

Chicago skyrocketed to the global stage earlier this year with the inauguration of the first-ever American — and Windy City–born — pope,…

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These Are Picturesque Places For Camping Near Chicago This Summer

There are plenty of reasons to love Chicago: a delectable restaurant scene, Walgreens on every corner, a riverwalk filled with…
Why Chicago Is Still America’s Most Exciting City For Classical Music, From Legendary Orchestras To Modern Innovation

Chicago’s love affair with classical music goes way back—think 1890s orchestras, grand opera houses, and a city buzzing with choral groups and composers. From launching the world-famous Chicago Symphony Orchestra…
20 Of The Best Unique Date Ideas In And Around Chicago

Sure Paris is the place for romance, but have you stopped to consider the ample opportunities Chicago has to offer? From…
The 2025 Millennium Park Summer Events Schedule Is Here—With Free Concerts, Movies, Workouts & More

The 2025 Millennium Park Summer Events schedule is finally here, with three months of free programming to keep Chicagoans active and engaged this season. Presented by the Department of Cultural…

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Good Charlotte Just Dropped A New Album—See Them Live Near Chicago This August

Get ready to party like it’s the early 2000s—Good Charlotte is headlining LIV Golf…
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How To Get A Free Beer, Wine Or NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer With Your Chicago Cubs Ticket This Summer

There’s nothing that captures summer in Chicago quite like a night under the lights at Wrigley Field. Whether you’re there for a big weekend matchup or just…
The 22 Best Rooftop Bars In Chicago

When the riverwalk begins to flood with pedestrians, and the Chicago harbors are replenished with sailboats, it’s a…
30 Fun Things To Do With Kids In Chicago This Summer

Chicago is one of the best places to show your kids art, culture, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences that will leave lasting impressions on the youngest members of your family. If you’re…

This Charming Town Near Chicago Was Named Best Small Town in Illinois—Famous for its 19th-Century Architecture and Scenic River

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Everything You Need To Know About LIV Golf’s Action-Packed Weekend Near Chicago This August

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3 Hours From Chicago—This Enchanting Wisconsin Town Invented Ice Cream Sundaes And You Can Still Taste the Original

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Top News

Lollapalooza Street Closures Begin This Week: Here’s What to Know

This West Coast Fast Food Chain Is Making a Return To Chicago After 40 Years

You Can Get Discounts at 25+ Chicago Pizzerias With This New City Pass

Small Cheval Opens at Former “The Freeze” Location in Logan Square

A New $10 Cocktail Bar Is Coming to Logan Square—And It’s From the Team Behind Daisies

Things To Do

An UNO Social Club is Coming to Chicago—Here’s What to Expect

The Jazz Room Chicago Brings The Soul Of 1920s New Orleans To Life With Live Music

The Best Things To Do In Chicago In August 2025

An All-New Music Festival is Coming to Edgewater This Summer

This Doggy Dining Experience Is Coming To Chicago For One Weekend Only

Food & Drink

The Secret’s Out—Starbucks Launches Official Secret Menu With These 4 New Drinks in Chicago

The Biggest Peach Festival in Illinois is Happening This Month

This Tiny Hawaiian Spot Near Chicago Just Made the New York Times’ Chicago Dining Guide

Playa Bowls Opens Second Chicago Location in Lincoln Park

Culture

Chicago Fire FC Is Hosting The Hottest Party Of The Summer This Month

Paul McCartney “Got Back” Tour Coming to Chicago This Fall

These Two Chicago-Area Malls Are Among the Best in the U.S.

This New Sightseeing Tour Explores Pope Leo’s Early Years on the South Side of Chicago

Secret Guides

These Are Picturesque Places For Camping Near Chicago This Summer

Why Chicago Is Still America’s Most Exciting City For Classical Music, From Legendary Orchestras To Modern Innovation

20 Of The Best Unique Date Ideas In And Around Chicago

The 2025 Millennium Park Summer Events Schedule Is Here—With Free Concerts, Movies, Workouts & More

Visit Chicago

Good Charlotte Just Dropped A New Album—See Them Live Near Chicago This August

How To Get A Free Beer, Wine Or NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer With Your Chicago Cubs Ticket This Summer

The 22 Best Rooftop Bars In Chicago

30 Fun Things To Do With Kids In Chicago This Summer