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Things to Do
Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities

The best Chicago staycation ideas
Enjoy a relaxing vacation without leaving the city.

The best places to see cherry blossoms around Chicago
Cherry blossom season is here!

The 25 best places for hiking near Chicago
Embark on an outdoor adventure with these trails.

The 32 best Chicago attractions
How many have you visited?
Things to do in Chicago every day
The best things to do in Chicago

The best things to do in Chicago for locals and tourists
Our very favorite things to do.

18 things to do indoors in Chicago
Including climbing gyms, museums and more.

The best Chicago museums
Experience art, history and science and these well-respected cultural institutions.

The 26 best free things to do in Chicago
Explore the city without spending a dime.
The latest things to do in Chicago

April 2023 events calendar for Chicago
Plan your April in Chicago with our calendar of the best things to do, including concerts, theater and art exhibits.

The 12 best crime tours of Chicago
Explore the seedy underbelly of Chicago on these fascinating crime tours
Plan your April in Chicago with our calendar of the best things to do, including concerts, theater and art exhibits.

April 2023 events calendar for Chicago
Plan your April in Chicago with our calendar of the best things to do, including concerts, theater and art exhibits.

The 12 best crime tours of Chicago
Explore the seedy underbelly of Chicago on these fascinating crime tours

The best things to do in Chicago this weekend
Find the best things to do in Chicago this weekend with our guide to concerts, exhibitions, festivals and more.

The best things to do in Chicago this week
Find the very best things to do in Chicago this week, including cultural events, festivals and shows.

The best classes for making friends in Chicago
Meet new people in Chicago by enrolling in classes for comedy, pottery, pickleball and much more.
The latest Chicago news

Your commute on the Kennedy Expressway is about to take much longer
A planned three-year construction project will close multiple lanes at a time on the Kennedy.

Discover your food horoscope at Time Out Market Chicago
From pasta to sushi, there's a dish for every astrological sign.

The Pitchfork Music Festival 2023 lineup is here
Catch The Smile, Big Thief and Bon Iver at Union Park this summer.

Chef Stephen Gillanders is taking Valhalla overseas with Chefs on Tour
Chicagoans can try dishes from the new international dinner series at Time Out Market Chicago.
The latest Chicago events

C2E2: Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo
Get ready to show off your most creative and exquisite cosplay outfit when the ChicagoComic & Entertainment Expo, one of the largest pop culture...

Oddities Flea Market
Find that perfect piece to complete your collection at this two-day shopping experience, where visitors can look through everything from taxidermy to...

EXPO Chicago
The International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art (better known as EXPO Chicago) returns to Navy Pier, hosting more than 170 of the world's...
Chicago Events Calendar

Chicago events calendar for 2023
Find the best things to do in Chicago all year round.
Find the best things to do in Chicago all year round.
Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods

Avondale
The traditionally Polish neighborhood is dotted with arts centers, small parks and interesting shops.

Andersonville
Visit one of Chicago's most charming neighborhoods.

Logan Square
Explore a bustling selection of restaurants, bars and entertainment.

Pilsen
Explore vibrant murals, the city's best tacos and the businesses of 18th Street.
Shopping & Style

The 22 best flower shops in Chicago
Find the perfect bouquet for every occasion.

The best boutiques and shopping in Logan Square, Chicago
Fill an afternoon browsing the neighborhood's shops.

19 Chicago gift shops for unique presents
It’s been said that the best gifts in life are free, but no one’s really buying that, right?

The 20 best Chicago dispensaries for buying marijuana
Ready to spark up?
Most popular things to do features

The best things to do in Chicago this weekend
Find the best things to do in Chicago this weekend with our guide to concerts, exhibitions, festivals and more.

The 55 best things to do in Chicago right now
Discover the best things to do in Chicago, from iconic meals and views to cultural musts and late-night...

The 25 best places for hiking near Chicago
Looking for gorgeous spots to go hiking near Chicago? Try these urban adventures, state parks and riverside...

The 6 worst-kept secrets in Chicago
Your favorite dive bar might still be a secret, but these beloved spots definitely aren't.

Chicago events calendar for 2023
Find the best things to do all year long with our Chicago events calendar of 2023's biggest festivals, concerts,...

12 secret parks and gardens in Chicago
Escape to these tucked-away green spaces located within our city in a garden.

April 2023 events calendar for Chicago
Plan your April in Chicago with our calendar of the best things to do, including concerts, theater and art...

How to live a cheaper life in Chicago
City life can be expensive, but there are some relatively easy ways to save money on entertainment, groceries...

March 2023 events calendar for Chicago
Plan your March in Chicago with our calendar of the best things to do, including picks for theater, art and...

The best walks to take in Chicago
Take a relaxing stroll on these trails and paths throughout the city.