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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 » | Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » | Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » | Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » B.A.D Waves Remix 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm B.A.D Waves RemixFriday, November 4, 2022 Immerse yourself in a multi-layered arts experience at the B.A.D Waves Remix monthly showcase of art, live music and comedy, every first Friday of the month at Redline VR. Kick off the night by browsing the ... Read More » | Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » Revolution Brewing Tours 2:00 pm to 4:45 pm Revolution Brewing ToursWeekly on SaturdayRevolution Brewing started as a small craft brewery in Logan Square in 2010. The beer and ales quickly developed a following and today the company distributes all over Illinois as well as Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, ... Read More » | ||
Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... 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 » | Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » | Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » | Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » | Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » Revolution Brewing Tours 2:00 pm to 4:45 pm Revolution Brewing ToursWeekly on SaturdayRevolution Brewing started as a small craft brewery in Logan Square in 2010. The beer and ales quickly developed a following and today the company distributes all over Illinois as well as Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, ... Read More » | |
Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » | Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourMonday, November 14, 2022 Nourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... 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 » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » Sizwe Banzi is Dead 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Sizwe Banzi is DeadFriday, November 18, 2022 The New York-based Outer Loop Theater Experience nonprofit theater for social change expands to Chicago with a production of the classic South African play, "Sizwe Banzi is Dead" on November 18-20, 2022. First performed in 1972, ... Read More » | Navi Arts Festival 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Navi Arts FestivalSaturday, November 19, 2022 The rich traditions of Puerto Rican holiday celebrations come to life at the Navi Arts Festival at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, November 19-20, 2022. Explore all the elements of a Puerto ... Read More » Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » |
Navi Arts Festival 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Navi Arts FestivalThe rich traditions of Puerto Rican holiday celebrations come to life at the Navi Arts Festival at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, November 19-20, 2022. Explore all the elements of a Puerto ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » Sizwe Banzi is Dead 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Sizwe Banzi is DeadSunday, November 20, 2022 The New York-based Outer Loop Theater Experience nonprofit theater for social change expands to Chicago with a production of the classic South African play, "Sizwe Banzi is Dead" on November 18-20, 2022. First performed in 1972, ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... 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 » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » Turkey Crawl 7:00 pm to 1:00 am Turkey CrawlWednesday, November 23, 2022 Prepare for a night of pre-holiday drinks, food and partying at the annual Chicago Turkey Crawl. This popular annual event supplies free admission and food in almost a dozen bars in the Wrigleyville neighborhood on November ... Read More » | Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower ShowFriday, November 25, 2022 Lincoln Park Conservatory's beloved Winter Flower Show will explore the ethereal beauty of the Nutcracker Ballet with this year's show, "Sugar Plum," which runs from November 25, 2022-January 7, 2023. Roam through the rosy splendor of ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower ShowWeekly on Sunday Wednesday Thursday Friday and SaturdayLincoln Park Conservatory's beloved Winter Flower Show will explore the ethereal beauty of the Nutcracker Ballet with this year's show, "Sugar Plum," which runs from November 25, 2022-January 7, 2023. Roam through the rosy splendor of ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » Revolution Brewing Tours 2:00 pm to 4:45 pm Revolution Brewing ToursWeekly on SaturdayRevolution Brewing started as a small craft brewery in Logan Square in 2010. The beer and ales quickly developed a following and today the company distributes all over Illinois as well as Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, ... Read More » |
Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower ShowWeekly on Sunday Wednesday Thursday Friday and SaturdayLincoln Park Conservatory's beloved Winter Flower Show will explore the ethereal beauty of the Nutcracker Ballet with this year's show, "Sugar Plum," which runs from November 25, 2022-January 7, 2023. Roam through the rosy splendor of ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... 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 » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » | Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Lincoln Park Conservatory Winter Flower ShowWeekly on Sunday Wednesday Thursday Friday and SaturdayLincoln Park Conservatory's beloved Winter Flower Show will explore the ethereal beauty of the Nutcracker Ballet with this year's show, "Sugar Plum," which runs from November 25, 2022-January 7, 2023. Roam through the rosy splendor of ... Read More » Free tour of city's oldest house 1:00 pm Free tour of city's oldest houseWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayFree tours of Clarke House are temporarily suspended and the house is closed until further notice. When: Tours: Wednesdays & Saturdays at 1pm. FREE Admission. LIMITED to eight guests - first come, first served. Where: Clarke House ... Read More » Fall Happy Hour 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Fall Happy HourNourish your Asian cuisine cravings with a new Fall Happy Hour menu at one of Chicago's most popular Asian restaurants. Sunda Chicago launches its $6 Fall Happy Hour menu on November 14, 2022. Sample a mix ... Read More » |
