We've rounded up the best chefs in the city to join us at Time Out Market Chicago, a culinary and cultural destination in the heart of Fulton Market featuring 18 kitchens, three bars and one drop-dead gorgeous rooftop terrace—all spread across three floors.
We may be savoring our last full month of summer in Chicago, but the fun is far from over. August brings with it some of Chicago’s best seasonal events, from Taste of Chicago and Bike the Drive to summer festivals like Lollapalooza, North Coast Music Festival and Riot Fest. Don't forget to plan a couple of languid afternoons at the best Chicago beaches—Lake Michigan's often frigid water is at its warmest this month. Looking for even more ways to make the most of the remaining summer days? Scroll through our list of the best things to do in Chicago this August.
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