Winter is coming, and hordes of igloos might be coming too! As cities across the country grapple with the global pandemic, local bars and restaurants have been forced to capitalize on outdoor spaces. Now, with both the...
Chicago Botanic Garden’s beautiful bonsai tree garden will be on display through the end of October. With over 385 acres, nine islands, 27 gardens — including one inspired by French impressionist Claude Monet — an...
“Leaves aren’t the only thing turning trees orange this fall!” Are you a social butterfly? Head down to the Shedd Aquarium to greet the roost of Monarchs that are using their gardens as a crash pad bef...
Go big or go dome! With the coming of the autumn equinox, so begins the fall season. As the city anticipates colder days ahead, so has it begun to search for inventive solutions to encourage continued outdoor dining. Ci...
Would you pull into the Alley of Darkness? If you heeded your parents’ advice as a child to never wander into dark alleys, then buckle your seatbelt because this drive-thru haunted house experience is about to tak...
The City of Chicago and partners are currently evaluating the 643 ideas submitted for its citywide outdoor dining competition. Last month, the city partnered with IDEO design firm, BMO Harris Bank, and the Illinois Rest...
The recently opened 28-acre-large corn maze features a new design celebrating 50 years of Earth Day. Pumpkin patches, apple orchards, and corn mazes — some our favorite autumnal activities best enjoyed in the midwest. R...
Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard is full of pumpkin-packed fun and entertainment for all ages! Fall is truly the best time of the year, isn’t it? The crisp cool air, the gorgeous autumn leaves,&h...
This year, you can experience their captivating tree lights from the comfort of your car! The holidays are going to be a bit different this year, but not even a pandemic can stop the seasonal tradition of holiday lights...
Registration is now open. The nature preserve and tree museum, Morton Arboretum, is holding a socially distant Fall Color 5K Run and Walk on Saturday and Sunday October 3 and 4 with the opportunity of running a Virtual...