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.
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...
According to multiple weather forecasts, severe thunderstorms will hit Chicago this afternoon and go on into tonight. Strong winds, rain, and thunderstorms are expected to hit the region starting at noon. Severe storms...
While it’s still summer and the sun is out and blazing, we all know that winter is coming eventually. According to the National Weather Service, the Chicago area could see more precipitation than normal this upcoming wi...
From axe-throwing to skydiving, these thrill-seeking activities will certainly have your pulse racing. Chicago is a city full of energy and enthusiasm. It’s a city will an abundance of possibilities and a populati...
Chicago United Quadball Club (formerly the Chicago United Quidditch Club) hosts open practices of the muggle-adapted sport on a regular basis in parks throughout Chicagoland. It might seem a little silly, but as the Wea...
Head to Oglesby, IL for a glimpse of endless, gorgeous sunflower fields at Matthiessen State Park. The park covers a total of 1,629 acres with over 60 dedicated exclusively to towering sunflower fields. It’s a sight to...
