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Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Free admission for Illinois residents 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Free admission for Illinois residentsWeekly on TuesdayFree Tuesdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art for Illinois residents. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 10am to 9pm Tuesdays; 10am to 5pm Wednesdays-Sundays; Closed Mondays. Free Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » | Free Centennial Wheel Rides Free Centennial Wheel RidesWeekly on WednesdayWhirling around Navy Pier's famous Centennial Wheel and viewing the iconic Chicago skyline is a beloved summer tradition. Thanks to the foggy weather on July 4th, visitors can ride the Centennial Wheel for free through ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » | Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » Chicago Jazz Fest 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Chicago Jazz FestThursday, September 3, 2026 Since 1974, jazz fans from all over the globe have flocked to Chicago for the annual Chicago Jazz Festival, which showcases jazz legends as well as up-and-coming musicians. This year's four-day festival will run from ... Read More » | Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » Chicago Jazz Fest 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Chicago Jazz FestThursday, September 3, 2026 Since 1974, jazz fans from all over the globe have flocked to Chicago for the annual Chicago Jazz Festival, which showcases jazz legends as well as up-and-coming musicians. This year's four-day festival will run from ... Read More » | Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » City News Cafe Free Concert Series City News Cafe Free Concert SeriesWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayEnjoy the increasingly rare experience of browsing through magazines, newspapers and books, without a digital device in sight. The analog adventures continue with live musical concerts during the City News Cafe concert series on weekends ... Read More » Chicago Jazz Fest 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Chicago Jazz FestThursday, September 3, 2026 Since 1974, jazz fans from all over the globe have flocked to Chicago for the annual Chicago Jazz Festival, which showcases jazz legends as well as up-and-coming musicians. This year's four-day festival will run from ... Read More » | ||
Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » City News Cafe Free Concert Series City News Cafe Free Concert SeriesWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayEnjoy the increasingly rare experience of browsing through magazines, newspapers and books, without a digital device in sight. The analog adventures continue with live musical concerts during the City News Cafe concert series on weekends ... Read More » Chicago Jazz Fest 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Chicago Jazz FestThursday, September 3, 2026 Since 1974, jazz fans from all over the globe have flocked to Chicago for the annual Chicago Jazz Festival, which showcases jazz legends as well as up-and-coming musicians. This year's four-day festival will run from ... Read More » | Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » Taste of Polonia 11:30 am to 9:30 pm Taste of PoloniaMonday, September 7, 2026 Celebrate Polish culture at the largest Polish festival in the country, Taste of Polonia, scheduled for September 4-7- 2026. The 44th-anniversary festival brings four days of traditional Polish food, music and crafts. The Taste of Polonia ... Read More » | Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Free admission for Illinois residents 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Free admission for Illinois residentsWeekly on TuesdayFree Tuesdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art for Illinois residents. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 10am to 9pm Tuesdays; 10am to 5pm Wednesdays-Sundays; Closed Mondays. Free Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » Under The Picasso Noontimes 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Under The Picasso NoontimesWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayOne 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 ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » City News Cafe Free Concert Series City News Cafe Free Concert SeriesWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayEnjoy the increasingly rare experience of browsing through magazines, newspapers and books, without a digital device in sight. The analog adventures continue with live musical concerts during the City News Cafe concert series on weekends ... Read More » |
First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » City News Cafe Free Concert Series City News Cafe Free Concert SeriesWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayEnjoy the increasingly rare experience of browsing through magazines, newspapers and books, without a digital device in sight. The analog adventures continue with live musical concerts during the City News Cafe concert series on weekends ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... 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Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... 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First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... 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Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... 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Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... 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Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. 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First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » | First Lady Cruise All Day First Lady CruiseWednesday, September 9, 2026 One of Chicago's most iconic experiences is sailing on the scenic Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady and absorbing the city's stunning skyline while learning about its design history. The fun continues ... Read More » Destinos Latino Theater Fest Destinos Latino Theater FestMonday, September 14, 2026 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month along with Latino theater and dramatic creativity at the ninth annual Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for three weeks from September 14 to October 11, 2026, at theaters across the ... Read More » Greektown Public Art Exhibit Greektown Public Art ExhibitTuesday, June 9, 2026 Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "We The People," on June 9, 2026, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ... Read More » Chicago Summer Free Museum Days Chicago Summer Free Museum DaysSunday, July 12, 2026 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it's easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago's world-class museums are popular at any time, so it's helpful to consider ... Read More » |








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