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Take a look through Chicago’s latest lineup of summer festivals and events
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Take a look through Chicago’s latest lineup of summer festivals and events

The city just announced a ton of new festivals, concerts and cultural events as part of its Open Culture programming.

The city is giving out free Lollapalooza tickets to vaccinated Chicagoans
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The city is giving out free Lollapalooza tickets to vaccinated Chicagoans

Get jabbed, win a single-day Lolla pass.

A new compilation album raises money for Chicago music industry workers
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A new compilation album raises money for Chicago music industry workers

The vinyl will be release this weekend, just in time for a Record Store Day drop.

Upgraded Lyft e-bikes will join Chicago’s Divvy fleet this fall
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Upgraded Lyft e-bikes will join Chicago’s Divvy fleet this fall

The updated rides feature new brakes, an LED headlight and a sleek form-factor.

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You can watch free movie screenings beside Wrigley Field this summer
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You can watch free movie screenings beside Wrigley Field this summer

The Gallagher Way plaza will host a lineup of summer programming starting in July.

Win a VIP experience at Time Out Market Chicago
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Win a VIP experience at Time Out Market Chicago

We're picking up the tab on dinner and drinks.

Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks events return this week
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Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks events return this week

Spend some time outdoors this summer.

What it’s like to return to the Art Institute after a year and a half away
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What it’s like to return to the Art Institute after a year and a half away

Expect some (surprisingly respectful) crowds.

The CTA’s Pride Train is running on the Red Line through October
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The CTA’s Pride Train is running on the Red Line through October

The rainbow-covered cars will ride the rails a little longer this year.

Here are all the celebrities running ghost kitchens in Chicago
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Here are all the celebrities running ghost kitchens in Chicago

Dine on tacos from George Lopez, Wiz Khalifa's favorite stoner dishes and other celebrity food ventures.

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