Celebrate the new year on Lake Michigan with scenic views of the Chicago skyline, music and cocktails on New Year's Eve cruises with 312 Cruises on December 30-31, 2025. Sail away on a three-story luxury yacht with a full bar and dance floor for you to party the night away on the water. … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Cruises from $20
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New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in Chicago
For the first time ever, the iconic Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve will feature Chicago's midnight countdown on the country's most-watched New Year's Eve Broadcast. Chicago will host the free New Year's Eve countdown on the Chicago Riverwalk on December 31, 2025, kicking off at 7 … [Read more...] about New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in Chicago
Music Box Annual Christmas Sing A long
Celebrate the holiday season in the old school style with classic Christmas movies and a fun-filled sing-along. One of Chicago's most unique holiday traditions is enjoying classic Hollywood holiday movies, singing along to the beloved tunes and accompanying a live organist to sing Christmas carols … [Read more...] about Music Box Annual Christmas Sing A long
Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
Enjoy all that's jolly and bright during the festive season at the beloved Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier. Slide, skate, ride and soak up holiday fun at this indoor fest from December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Head to Navy Pier's Festival Hall and take in the 420-foot holiday … [Read more...] about Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
New Flyover in Chicago Attraction
Chicago's iconic skyline and skyscrapers got a little closer since the opening of the Flyover in Chicago immersive flying experience at Navy Pier. This exciting attraction that soars over downtown Chicago just added another experience: Call of the Canadian Rockies. Leave the city and fly … [Read more...] about New Flyover in Chicago Attraction
New Greektown Public Art Exhibit
Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "Flowering Grecian Urns," on June 5, 2025, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Inspired by Chloris, the Greek goddess of flowers, the large Grecian urn sculptures are … [Read more...] about New Greektown Public Art Exhibit
Guide to Chicago Water Taxis
Guide to Chicago Water Taxis. The Chicago water taxis are a fun and relaxing transit alternative that gets you from A to B while gliding along our waterways. It's also a more relaxing way to travel and avoid street traffic. Take a cheap tour of our lake and river They're also … [Read more...] about Guide to Chicago Water Taxis
Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Free Events
Dive into the fanciful world of puppetry at the Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival, which presents master puppeteers from around the world in an array of performances throughout the city. Performance tickets range from $15-$45 but the festival also supplies a selection of free … [Read more...] about Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Free Events
Light up the Lake at Navy Pier
Chicago's largest indoor light experience is a family fun tradition. Light Up The Lake returns to Navy Pier from November 29 to January 5, 2025, for lots of interactive activities. Dive into twinkling holiday magic with Light Up The Lakes light displays, games, visits with Santa and more. This … [Read more...] about Light up the Lake at Navy Pier
Free Time Out Market Fifth Anniversary Party
Join the all-day celebration for five years of food, drinks and events during the Fifth Anniversary Celebration of Time Out Market, on November 16, 2024. Enjoy food and drink specials and live DJs in the West Loop neighborhood. Head to Time Out Market for festivities filled … [Read more...] about Free Time Out Market Fifth Anniversary Party
Andersonville Viking Pub Crawl
The Andersonville neighborhood's historic Swedish roots will be on full display during the sixth annual Viking Pub Crawl down Clark Street on November 17, 2024. Hundreds of revelers will don viking gear and grab a commemorative glass as they visit a dozen bars and restaurants offering specials … [Read more...] about Andersonville Viking Pub Crawl
Halloween House Music Party
Halloween just got more spirited with a special Haunted House Music Halloween Party on October 31, 2024. Chicago's homegrown sound will pump through a night of ferocious beats and non-stop dancing. The legendary Farley Jackmaster Funk and Gene Hunt will spin records featuring some of their … [Read more...] about Halloween House Music Party
