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Chicago’s much-anticipated free summer concert series at Millennium Park is set to return next month, and this year it will showcase a mix of music from both iconic and up-and-coming musicians at the Jay...
Food truck season is back, Chicago—the 2026 Chi Food Truck Fest kicks off its 11th edition at Daley Plaza this week. Here's everything to know about this year's event. 2026 Chi Food Truck Fest ...
Memorial Day is just around the corner, signaling the official kick-off to summer, and what better way to celebrate than with Mayfestiversary, the ultimate block party happening next weekend. Hosted by...
More than 30 food trucks are gearing up to roll into Aurora for the highly anticipated Spring Food Truck Festival this Friday. From 5 to 9 p.m., Benton Street, nestled between River Street and Broadway...
If you're a Chicagoan who's been dying to try Dutch Bros, the wait is finally over—the viral drive-thru coffee chain just launched its first local outpost! Here's everything to know. Dutch Bros Chic...
This weekend in Chicago is your chance to take home the furry friend you've been thinking about—PAWS Chicago is hosting its annual Spring Adopt-a-Thon event. Here's all the details. Spring Adopt-a-T...
There's no doubt that Chicago Fire FC will build a stunning new stadium—the $750 million investment is set to be a game-changer in the realm of sports venues. However, now the stadium officially has a...
One of Chicago's best-known breakfast restaurants, famous for its perfect cinnamon rolls, is adding a new location on the Wicker Park-West Town border. Last month, it was reported that Ann Sather, loca...
The farmers market season has arrived, bringing fresh produce, handmade goods, and more back to local town squares and parks. While we put together a thorough guide to farmers' markets in the Chicago a...
The highly anticipated music festival, Summer Camp Music Festival, has been unexpectedly canceled—and fans are shocked. Originally scheduled for Memorial Day weekend, May 21 to 24, in Chillicothe, Illi...