Things to Do

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

The best places to see fall colors in Chicago

The best places to see fall colors in Chicago

Go leaf peeping at these picturesque spots.  

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Things to do in Chicago every day

The best things to do in Chicago

The best Chicago museums

The best Chicago museums

Experience art, history and science and these well-respected cultural institutions.

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Events at Time Out Market Chicago

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Come join us at Time Out Market Chicago during football season to catch the Bears in action on the big screen. We'll be showing the games—with...

West Loop
Industry Mondays

Industry Mondays

Head to Time Out Market Chicago on Mondays for industry night powered by Tromba Tequila's Cafeto. Enjoy a variety of delicious foods while sipping...

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Come join us at Time Out Market Chicago during football season to catch the Bears in action on the big screen. We'll be showing the games—with...

West Loop
Chicago Bears Watch Party

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Come join us at Time Out Market Chicago during football season to catch the Bears in action on the big screen. We'll be showing the games—with...

West Loop
Industry Mondays

Industry Mondays

Head to Time Out Market Chicago on Mondays for industry night powered by Tromba Tequila's Cafeto. Enjoy a variety of delicious foods while sipping...

'Tini Tuesdays

'Tini Tuesdays

Take a load off with 'Tini Tuesdays at Time Out Market Chicago. After 4pm, you can sip $10 martinis—your choice of classic, dirty or...

Winesday

Winesday

Join Time Out Market Chicago every Wednesday for a relaxing evening of wine specials. Unwind with a glass of vino, paired with food from some of the...

Witching Hour

Witching Hour

Join Time Out Market Chicago for a mystical evening filled with magic and enchantment. Grab a delicious bite or drink and have some pre-Halloween...

West Loop

The latest things to do in Chicago

Nightmare on Clark Street

Nightmare on Clark Street

Hosted at tropical bar Bamboo Club, this annual Halloween-themed extravaganza features a multi-level haunted house as well an upstairs bar serving...

Wrigleyville

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The latest Chicago events

ART on THE MART

ART on THE MART

Displaying a 25-story-tall video installation on the side of THE MART, ART on THE MART is the largest permanent digital art projection in...

Chicago Beer Festival

Chicago Beer Festival

Want to drink a beer underneath Máximo the titanosaur in the Field Museum’s Stanley Field Hall? You'll be able to sample creations from more...

Museum Campus
Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Every October, more than 45,000 runners hit the streets of Chicago and take a 26.2 mile tour of the city by foot. While it's too late to enter the race (and...

Millennium Park
Open House Chicago

Open House Chicago

Want to get a free, behind-the-scenes look at the Chicago Board of Trade Building, Walt Disney's birthplace home, Orchestra Hall at Symphony...

Loop

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Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods

Avondale

Avondale

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

Logan Square

Logan Square

Explore a bustling selection of restaurants, bars and entertainment.

Pilsen

Pilsen

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

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