It’s no secret that we adore the Windy City, but stepping into a completely different reality is truly refreshing sometimes! There are numerous ways to escape Chicago without ever leaving the city limits, thanks to these captivating and immersive experiences that take us into their imaginative worlds.
Whether you’re entering an interactive musical exhibition or planning to step into the immersive ‘Bluey’ Experience next month – we’ve got you covered! Keep scrolling to discover our picks of the best immersive experiences in Chicago for you to explore right now.
1. Check out UNICEF’s heartfelt ‘Heart Strings’ adventure in Chicago
UNICEF is an incredible organization known for improving the lives of millions of children around the globe, focusing on access to healthcare, humanitarian aid, and education. From June 14th, until the 30th, you’ll be able to be part of the impact and fun at the ‘Heart Strings’ experience. Check out interactive multimedia displays with unique lighting effects, alongside inspiring music. Grab tickets starting at $23! Kids under 18 are free.
2. Check out this immersive ‘Bluey’ Experience coming to Chicago!
This May, fans of the Emmy Award-winning children’s show Bluey will have the chance to step into its magical world at Chicago’s upcoming “Bluey x Camp” experience, following a sold-out run in L.A. The immersive “Bluey x Camp” will recreate Bluey’s house in a 5,000-square-foot space, where fans can meet the characters, play Bluey’s favorite games, and enjoy fun animations!
Find out more here!📍 Old Town neighborhood at 647 West North Avenue
3. Immerse yourself in The Art of the Future at this Holographic Art Gallery
Verse: The Art of the Future fuses art and technology with a not-to-be-missed experience that allows guests to enter the metaverse. Check out this digital art exhibition featuring augmented reality holograms and artwork by top-selling artists from the burgeoning world of NFTs with the help of an AR headset, smartphone, or tablet. Verse showcases the people, technology, and stories that are shaping this sector of the art world.
🥽 Get your tickets for Verse: The Art of the Future in Chicago here!
📍Location: Block 37, 108 North State Street, Chicago, 60602
4. Surround yourself in candlelight and flowers at Candlelight’s spectacular spring concerts
The spring season is here, and what better way to celebrate than by attending one of Candlelight’s reimagined concerts? Known for their diverse range of music genres and stunning venues adorned with hundreds of candles, Candlelight’s concerts now also feature an abundance of blooms to marvel at. Immerse yourself in the blissful ambiance and unleash your inner child at these unforgettable experiences!
🌸🕯️Check out all of the spring concerts here!
📍Location: Multiple venues across Chicago and the suburbs.