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 May 15 – 17.
Step into a world of wonder this weekend at the Wondra experience at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg.
The interactive art exhibit promises an unforgettable sensory adventure featuring immersive installations, light displays, sound elements, and more.
Spring Fun Fest at Rosemont Parkway Bank Park
Spring Fun Fest is back at Parkway Bank Park in Rosemont this Saturday, May 16, from 1-5 p.m.
The family-frinedly festival promises engagements including live children’s music, bounce houses, balloon sculptors, face painting, a petting zoo, and local vendors.
The Art Institute of Chicago just 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.
Indiana Peony Festival
The annual Indiana Peony Festival is bringing a full day of floral fun to the Midwest this weekend.
The event promises a full day of shopping, live music, floral photo ops, and other fun.
Only a three hour drive from Chicago, it’s the perfect spring day trip for the whole family.
PAWS Adopt-a-Thon
If you’ve been thinking about adopting a furry friend in Chicago, this weekend is your chance.
PAWS Chicago is hosting its Spring Adopt-a-Thon event, seeking homes for more than 100 needy cats and dogs.
Stop by Friday-Sunday to meet the prospective pets and find the perfect match for you.
Visit the Logan Square Farmers Market
The Logan Square Farmers Market, one of Chicago’s most legendary outdoor markets, is officially open for the season!
Explore more than 100 vendors offering artisanal food, home goods, produce, flowers, and more.
Experience a magical evening as you revisit the most unforgettable moments from the Harry Potter series.
This is one of summer’s most enchanting nights, where over 1,200 drones will take flight, beautifully synchronized to the iconic music from the films.