This annual festival assembles luminaries from the fields of politics, journalism and the arts for a multi-week series of programming across the city, with events ranging from lectures and discussions to screenings and musical performances. Not sure which events to hit? Some of the fest’s biggest speakers include Hillary Clinton, Rainn Wilson, Andrew Rannells and Andy Cohen. You can see a full schedule of programming on the Chicago Humanities Festival website.
Once May rolls around, we know summer in Chicago is just around the corner. Need evidence? Look no further than the slate of summer festivals coming up this month—including returning favorites like Mole de Mexico in Pilsen and Sueños Music Festival in Grant Park—or the throngs of people hanging out at Chicago rooftop bars and outdoor restaurants every weekend. Plus, don't forget to plan out holidays like Mother's Day (we bet your mom would love brunch reservations) and Memorial Day weekend in Chicago this month, whether you want to pay your respects at the parade and wreath-laying ceremony downtown or take a dip at the city's best beaches. So start getting ready for another glorious summer with our May 2023 events calendar for Chicago.
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