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Have you ever wanted to swim in the ? Maybe most people would say no, but if you're one of the few who would say yes, keep reading! The Chicago River Swim is officially coming back in September after the City of Chica...
Mark your calendars because is returning to the Bolingbrook Golf Club from August 8-10, 2025! Experience the energy of this high-profile event right in your backyard. Grab your tickets to get in on the action. Beyond w...
One thing about the Midwest? We know how to put on a festival! From blueberry fests to corn fests, there's so much happening just a drive away from Chicago. However, nothing truly beats the Illinois State Fair, and...
The panic surrounding the REAL ID has seemed to subside for now, likely because we’re now three months past the deadline. Many people without a REAL ID are probably using their passports for identification. Yet, now m...
Lake Michigan, one of the five Great Lakes, has recently been named one of the best swimming lakes in the U.S. by —and fortunately for Chicagoans, it's right in our backyard. It's always a little cold even in the heigh...
While VIP is a nice luxury for a music festival, it's an expense that most of us can't afford, which means large crowds, leaning against security barricades, and enduring the heat. We wanted to let you in on a secret.....
If you want to sway to the tunes of and celebrate its rich history, Bronzeville is hosting a Neighborhood Jazz Fest this weekend! The 4th Annual Bronzeville Smooth Jazz Festival, curated by music manager Frank Goss,...
Sabrina Carpenter has been quite a busy woman lately. The exclusive Sabrina Carpenter pop-up is coming to Chicago before Carpenter headlines this Sunday! If you were disappointed about missing her show in Chicago las...
It's that time of year again—the annual Chicago Air & Water Show is racing back to the lakefront from August 16-17. Presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), the exhibition is the...
and aren't the only local festivals on the calendar this August—the Windy City's largest Greek festival is just around the corner! The 35th annual Taste of Greektown is taking over West Loop from August 22-24, bringi...