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It wouldn't be summer without fresh peaches—and this weekend, the largest peach festival in Illinois is coming to the Chicago region! Windy Acres Farm's annual Peach Fest celebration is back for two we...
As we step into July, our TikTok and Instagram feeds are filled with videos of New York influencers descending on the famed Hamptons for their weekend getaways. While we sometimes feel a pang of FOMO—n...
Some free events just don't live up to the hype—perhaps they are lackluster or simply lack activities. However, there are those rare events that truly impress, and the fact that they are free is just an a...
There is a unique energy that takes over the Windy City once the lakefront warms up. Whether you are trekking through new neighborhoods, hanging out at the playpen, or wandering through a museum, there is...
Looking for a free event near Chicago this summer that the whole family can enjoy? Lombard's annual Cruise Nights & Summer Concerts series is back this season, with live music, classic cars, and o...
Get ready to say yeehaw Chicago! Windy City Smokeout, the city's biggest country music and barbecue festival is back next month with a star-studded musical lineup and five days of great food. Here's...
Nothing says summer in Chicago like street festivals and burgers off the grill—you can enjoy all that and more at Roscoe Village Burger Fest, back this July! The 19th edition of the annual street fair...
Water Tower Place will transform into one of Chicago's few night markets this July, featuring a variety of food vendors, unique local artisans, live music, and a communal gathering space. Water Tower P...
July has arrived, which means summer is in full swing! Chicago is buzzing with events and celebrations, including live music, interactive workshops, unmissable exhibitions, and opportunities to explore n...
When it comes to Fourth of July events, there is something for everyone. Whether you want to gaze at the dazzling fireworks at Navy Pier, watch the Budweiser Clydesdales at Wrigley Field, or escape the ci...