Things to do in Chicago

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Chicago summer festivals guide

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Sex and dating

The best things to do on a first date in Chicago

First dates are always awkward, but let us help you plan the perfect a first encounter

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The best parks in Chicago

Of the 600 Chicago Park District facilities, these are the crème de le crème

Bars

The best Chicago beer festivals

Take your beer drinking experience to the next level

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Things to do on a rainy day in Chicago

Don't let bad weather give you the blues

The best things to do in Chicago

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Free museum days at the best Chicago museums

Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to spend a fortune in order to visit some of Chicago's best museums and cultural institutions. If you're willing to plan ahead, you can take in masterpieces at the Art Institute or gaze at tropical fish while strolling through Shedd Aquarium without spending a dime. You'll need to be an Illinois resident to take advantage of many of these offers, but that's one of the perks of living in Chicago. RECOMMENDED: Complete guide to Chicago museums

Shopping

The best Chicago flower shops

It can be tough to "pick" the best of the best flower shops

Restaurants

Cheap eats guide to Chicago

Your wallet will love these cheap eats almost as much as your taste buds will

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Movies

The best movie screenings in Chicago this month

There's much more to film in Chicago than new releases at the multiplex

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Events and festivals

Sports and fitness

Chicago Cubs: A guide for the baseball fan

The Chicago Cubs are more than just a baseball team

Music

Upcoming concerts in Chicago

Your complete calendar for live music in Chicago

Music

Lollapalooza summer music festival

Chance the Rapper, Lorde, the Killers and Arcade Fire are among the headliners at this year's fest

Sports and fitness

Chicago White Sox: A guide for the baseball fan

Nothing seems to rattle the loyalty of Chicago White Sox fans

Sports and fitness

Chicago Blackhawks: A guide for the hockey fan

Everything you need to know about cheering on our Stanley Cup-winning boys in red

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Chicago Architecture River Cruise

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Chicago came out in droves to look up at today's solar eclipse

Today was not your average Monday. For the first time since 1918, a solar eclipse crossed the entire United States from west to east. While it was a bit...

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Want to join the Blue Man Group? There's an open casting call in Chicago

Performance art troupe the Blue Man Group is marking its 20th anniversary at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre this year, where thousands of fans have enjoyed...

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Check out photos from our tasty rustic brunch at Goose Island's Barrel Warehouse

Pardon the brag, but Time Out Chicago knows how to throw a good party. Over the weekend, we teamed with our friends at Goose Island to host an epic...

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BJ the Chicago Kid and Joey Purp are playing a free Fulton Market show on Friday

As summer begins to wind down, free concerts and street festival are about to go into hibernation (only to reappear in the spring). Thankfully, the next few...

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