Our guide to health, fitness and nature in Chicago. From beautiful parks to running routes, friendly gyms and peaceful places, you can find it all here.
The world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge is officially open to the public, and it’s sure to be an exhilarating feat, hanging a daunting 118 feet above a vast valley. Located about five hours from the...
Wander the zoo grounds after dark at this spooktacular event! Feeling frighteningly festive this year? Be sure to mark your calendars for Adults Night Out: Howl-o-ween at the Lincoln Park Zoo, on October 27, where adult...
Even though the weather has been on the warmer side recently, it is still autumn in Chicago, and fall foliage is at its peak this week. Wonderful fall colors have been popping up around Chicago, but now the leaves are...
Sure, we just saw a light dusting of snow this past Monday, but don’t get too cozy in your sweaters as the weekend temperatures are expected to soar back up to the 70s this weekend. For today (Friday) expect high tempe...
Break away from screens and city clamor to the calm of Starved Rock State Park this fall. Chicago’s wealth of opportunity and world-class social scene means many of us become all too comfortable passing week on week in...
One of the best parts of autumn has to be the vibrant leaves that color the trees and eventually litter the ground. For any leaf enthusiast or casual observers out there— this one’s for you! Keep track of the peak foli...
Get up to a vantage point to take in Chicago’s final 7 pm sunset of 2022. The sky has had a rollercoaster of a summer in Chicago this year. We’ve had heatwaves, thunderstorms, and most recently torrential ra...
The Morton Arboretum has a new 2-acre “grand garden”. As part of the Morton Arboretum’s yearlong centennial celebrations the 1,700-acre tree museum and research center has opened a brand new garden sp...
One of earth’s most amazing migrations is about to take place. If you think leaves have started turning orange far sooner than usual this week, don’t be alarmed. North America’s monarch butterflies hav...
The inaugural Bulls fest will feature a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, live music, and Chicago’s best food and drink vendors. Chicago’s summer months are already jam-packed with exciting festivals. From internation...