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 22, 2025, participants can throw a rainbow of colored powders outside on the South Dock. Symbolizing the … [Read more...] about Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier
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Chicago Mardi Gras Deals and Celebrations
Thanks to the presence of many Louisiana natives who arrived in the city during the Great Migration, Mardi Gras celebrations are very popular in Chicago. Throughout February and early March, look out for special Mardi Gras events. From traditional creole feasts of jambalaya, gumbo, and boudin … [Read more...] about Chicago Mardi Gras Deals and Celebrations
Winter fun at Eataly Chicago
Grab your stylish Apres- Ski fits for Eataly's winter pop-up, Alpina. Transport yourself to the Italian Alps during this immersive culinary and music experience at Eataly's second-floor restaurant, Vino, through March 31, 2025. Taste the traditions of the northernmost regions of Italy as you … [Read more...] about Winter fun at Eataly Chicago
Free Lunar New Year events in Chicago
Chicago will ring in the Lunar New Year with a series of parades, performances and marketplaces throughout the city. For 2025, the Lunar New Year honors the Year of The Snake 4723, which symbolizes a year of wisdom, creativity and transformation. Explore the festive traditions and … [Read more...] about Free Lunar New Year events in Chicago
Free Docent Led Tours at National Puerto Rican Museum
Discover the dynamic culture of Puerto Rico and Chicago's strong link to the island by taking a free docent-led tour of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. The monthly tours are scheduled for February 15, March 15 and April … [Read more...] about Free Docent Led Tours at National Puerto Rican Museum
Free Year of the Snake Film Screening
Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Snake by watching a free, comedy/drama film with Asian-Pop-Cinema at the Chicago Cultural Center on February 2, 2025. Watch "Successor" a dramatic comedy about a high-powered couple who decide to raise their son in semi-poverty so that he will develop the … [Read more...] about Free Year of the Snake Film Screening
Free Blues & Beyond Jam Sessions
Blues fans will get to heat up all winter and spring at the Blues & Beyond Jam Sessions with Grammy-award-winning blues drummer Kenny "Beedy Eyes" Smith on the first Wednesday of every month at the Logan Center for the Arts through June 4, 2025. Immerse yourself in live jam sessions led … [Read more...] about Free Blues & Beyond Jam Sessions
Navy Pier Global Connections Lunar New Year Celebration
Navy Pier will host a free, interactive, family-friendly celebration of the Lunar New Year with the annual event, Global Connections: Lunar New Year, on February 1, 2025. Honor the Year of the Snake with traditional art, dance, music and food from different Asian cultures. Explore the … [Read more...] about Navy Pier Global Connections Lunar New Year Celebration
World Dumpling Fest
Explore Chicago's diverse cultures with music, dance and samples of all the variations of ethnic dumplings during the annual World Dumpling Fest on September 21, 2024 in the Logan Square neighborhood. The Chicago Cultural Alliance hosts the fourth annual World Dumpling Fest to support and promote … [Read more...] about World Dumpling Fest
Lakeview Taco Fest
Munch your way through Southport Avenue and cast your vote for the best taco during the annual Lakeview Taco Fest on September 7-8, 2024. Celebrate the 11th year of the Lakeview Taco Fest with samplings of a range of taco styles and fillings, including chorizo, goat, lamb, mushroom and duck. The … [Read more...] about Lakeview Taco Fest
Cheap Things to do in Chicago During the DNC
The Democratic National Convention draws politicos and volunteers from all over the country eager to make a difference in the U.S. In between jam-packed days and witnessing Kamala Harris take her position as the party's official nominee. Chicago offers an exciting line-up of … [Read more...] about Cheap Things to do in Chicago During the DNC
Chalk Howard Street
The fun and creativity of chalk art will transform Rogers Park's Howard Street during the annual Chalk Howard Street on August 24, 2024. This free event hosts internationally renowned 2D and 3D artists from around the country. Chalk Street Howard is Chicago's only chalk fest and … [Read more...] about Chalk Howard Street
