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Two Chicago museums are offering free admission this month—but only for one day! Here's all the deets. Free admission at Chicago Children's Museum and Museum of Ice Cream Photo/Tanja Cotoaga via...
Summertime Chi is finally upon us! Now that the weather is warming up, there's a good chance you're in need of some fun things to do. Whether you're looking to soak up the sun on the perfect outd...
Juneteenth is Friday, June 19, marking the historic end of slavery in the U.S. in 1865. Now in 2026, we honor the holiday in Chicago with citywide celebrations and programming. From parades and outdoo...
If you haven't secured tickets to the Cubs vs. Cardinals game at Wrigley Field during the Fourth of July weekend, you might want to hold off. There’s another exciting baseball-themed event that was recent...
If you're planning a summer escape to the stunning Lake Geneva, be sure to kick off your day at Big Foot Beach State Park. Nestled by the lakeside, this park offers a perfect setting for swimming, leisure...
If you're looking for a perfect place to spend a day with your family—lounging on the beach, wandering through the sand, or splashing in the lake—Illinois Beach State Park is the ideal spot. Stretching...
Hold the ketchup—Wrigleyville Hot Dog Fest is back in Chicago this weekend, and you won't wanna miss it! The all-out food festival promises a full day of Chicago-style eats, live music, and boozy summe...
From Riverwalk beer gardens to epic brunch options, the city has incredible opportunities galore even as the temps cool down this fall. One such activity intrinsic to Chicago is the comedy scene. With a...
Say Opa Chicago! The annual Lincoln Square Greek Fest is back this weekend in the Windy City, bringing three days of great food and live entertainment to the neighborhood. Here's a sneak peek at al...
There's nothing quite like an elevated rooftop soirée to kick off the summer season. Tucked away above Michigan Avenue, The Gwen’s hidden fifth-floor terrace is transforming into a lively summer escape...