There's no Chicago market more iconic than Maxwell Street Market. This year, the market runs every Sunday, May through October 2024, 9 am -3 pm. Open since 1912, this bustling marketplace is much more than just a place to shop, it's a Chicago cultural mecca. Maxwell Street was where Chicago … [Read more...] about Maxwell Street Market
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Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso
One of the joys of summer in Chicago is experiencing the eclectic cultural events at Daley Plaza. Under the shade of the Picasso sculpture, artists and performers from around the world sing, dance and present cultural ceremonies that supply an exciting assortment of cultural discoveries for … [Read more...] about Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso
Sor Juana Festival Events
The annual Sor Juana Festival honors the historic Mexican writer, feminist and nun, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz with a dynamic line-up of artists, writers, filmmakers and singers at the National Museum of Mexican Art through June 1, 2024. Check out some of the … [Read more...] about Sor Juana Festival Events
Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier
Holi, the Hindu celebration that welcomes spring with vividly colored powders, will be hosted in a free event at Navy Pier as part of the Global Connections series. On Saturday, March 23, 2024, participants can throw a rainbow of colored powders outside on the South … [Read more...] about Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier
Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The 21st annual Northwestside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade gears up at noon on Sunday, March 17, 2024. The parade kicks off at Onahan School, at 6634 W. Raven St. and Neola Avenue south to Northwest Highway and north to Harlem in the Norwood Park neighborhood. This family-friendly parade … [Read more...] about Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
See Think N’ Grin Comedy Show with $5 Discount Tickets
Get your laugh on at the solo comedy show, "Think N' Grin, featuring hilarious improv that takes suggestions from the audience, every Friday in March, 1-29, 2024, at the Cornservatory Theatre. Chicago comedian/performance artist Hadley Singer will entertain audiences with characters created from … [Read more...] about See Think N’ Grin Comedy Show with $5 Discount Tickets
Steppenwolf Live Theatre Dance Performance Tickets for $11
Enjoy " The Next Cup of Tea", a live theater and dance performance at Steppenwolf Theatre co-presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art, on March 8-16, 2024. Performance artist Anjal Chande explores everyday moments and impulses with improvisational storytelling and dance in her solo … [Read more...] about Steppenwolf Live Theatre Dance Performance Tickets for $11
Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival
Tattoo collectors and fans inspired by the art will be thrilled to attend the 14th annual Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival for two days of live performances, tattoo artist appointments and lots of vendors on March 22-24, 2024. Head to the Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival to show off your body art … [Read more...] about Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival
New Flyover Chicago Attraction
Chicago's iconic skyline and skyscrapers just got a little closer with the opening of the Flyover Chicago immersive flying experience at Navy Pier. The exciting attraction opens on March 1, 2024. Swoop over clouds and soar over landmarks like the Chicago Theater and DuSable Lake Shore Drive with … [Read more...] about New Flyover Chicago Attraction
Chicago Southside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
With a pedigree that reaches back over 43 years, the Southside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade is one of the largest community-focused St. Patrick's Day Parades outside of Dublin. This year's parade marches on Sunday, March 17, 2024, from noon to 3 p.m. The parade runs through the Beverly … [Read more...] about Chicago Southside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Chicago's extensive Irish history and heritage will be on glorious display at the downtown Chicago 2024 St. Patrick's Day Parade, at 12:15 pm on Saturday, March 16, 2024. This annual event full of floats, music, dancing and fun, is one of the largest St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the … [Read more...] about Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Dyeing The Chicago River Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Chicago's signature and most unusual St. Patrick's Day event is the beloved tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green. Although the river already has a greenish hue, a secret formula of environmentally friendly dye transforms the waves into a vivid green, worthy of St. Patrick's Day. This … [Read more...] about Dyeing The Chicago River Green for St. Patrick’s Day
