Explore the architectural and cultural treasures that Chicago is famous for during the annual Open House Chicago events. Visit over 200 sites in more than 20 neighborhoods across the city during the in-person activities on October 17-18, 2026.
Go behind the scenes in members-only clubs, private residences and landmarks generally not open to the public during Open House Chicago free events. Enjoy one of the largest architectural events in the world and check out significant landmarks all over the city.
Wintrust Grand Banking Hall, courtesy of Open House Chicago
Explore architectural treasures like the Fine Arts Building, Orchestra Hall, Edgewater Beach Apartments, and Avalon Regal Theater during the Open House. This year, the Open House features events like “Crystal City: America’s Last WWII Concentration Camp” at the Japanese Service Committee, “South Shore Drill Performance” at Gary Comer Youth Center and “Introduction to Zen Buddhism: Practice & Aesthetics” at the Zen Buddhist Temple.
Browse the list of sites all over the city here. The buildings selected aren’t just architecturally significant but also culturally and historically important to communities across Chicago. Neighborhoods with featured buildings and sites include Avondale, Albany Park, Beverly, Bronzeville, Garfield Park, Chinatown, Humboldt Park, Ravenswood, Uptown, Little Village, and Hyde Park among many others.
Admission is free for all of the sites but admission is on a first-come, first-served basis so arrive early to make sure you get into your selected landmarks.
Open House Chicago
Various sites across Chicago
October 17-18, 2026
Free
