Things to do

Food festival season in Chicago is just around the corner, from the world's biggest matcha festival to Taste of Chicago going down this summer. Here's one more to add to your list of can't-miss events—...

Easter in Chicago is just a few weeks away, and now is the time to firm up your brunch plans, cocktail hours, and holiday get togethers. From prix fixe menus to drink deals, here are some of the best...

This year, there are many Easter events taking place in the city; however, nothing excites kids quite like an Easter egg hunt. As experts on happenings in Chicago, we’ve compiled a list of the best Easter...

Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago on a budget? How about a movie at one of Chicago's most historic theaters free of charge? A sprawling film festival is taking over the Music Box...

The Pinball Capital, the largest pinball arcade in the Midwest, is celebrating its grand opening today in Stone Park, Illinois. This date also marks the 50th anniversary of Roger Sharpe's appearance be...

Grab a Classic deli lunch at Schneider Deli’s new Lincoln Park location Source/Schneider Deli Schneider Deli (Lincoln Park) Schneider Deli opens a 1,750-square-foo...

This week the Stan Mansion is hosting an explosion of fantasy-fueled mayhem. This isn't just a play, it’s an invitation to step inside a living, breathing realm where the boundaries of the stage vanish. B...

Are you in search of a new piece of art to spruce up your home? If so, we have exciting news for you—a one-of-a-kind art fair is coming to Chicago. The Other Art Fair is returning for its Spring 2026 e...

A new virtual reality gaming experience is set to arrive in Chicago this spring, bringing interactive, free-roaming adventures to one of the city’s most distinctive historic venues. Virtual Zone: VR Gamin...

Chicago is home to no shortage of historic architecture, from the Willis (Sears) Tower to the Merchandise Mart. But did you know that one unassuming Windy City building is actually a UNESCO World Herit...