Things to do in Chicago

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Here's why Chicago will have an epic 2019

The new year will bring a new mayor, a Star Wars event, fresh taprooms and more amazing stuff

Attractions

The 25 all-time best Chicago attractions

We’ve assembled the city's must-see attractions for your touring convenience.

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47 amazing things to do in Chicago

From world-class museums to chef-driven restaurants and iconic attractions, these are the all-time best things to do in Chicago right now.

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Beat the winter blues by visiting these Chicago attractions

Winter in Chicago can be cold and downright brutal, but it doesn't have to be a dreary experience.

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The best Chicago staycation ideas

You deserve room service, amazing views and a comfortable robe

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Best things to do in Chicago that locals and tourists will love

We've searched the city to assemble this list of 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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Events and festivals

Bars

The best Chicago beer festivals

Here's where you can try a bunch of new beers in the span of a few hours

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The best comic book conventions in Chicago

Find your tribe at some of the best comic book and fan conventions in Chicago

Sports and fitness

Chicago Bulls: A guide for the basketball fan

The glory days of the '90s may be over, but the Bulls are still loved in Chicago

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

Music

Lollapalooza summer music festival

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

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Hamilton

Don't miss your chance to see the smash hit Broadway musical in Chicago

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Chicago Helicopter Tour With Holiday Lights

'Tis the season to experience the city lights on a very special holiday Chicago helicopter ride.

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Gangsters and Ghosts Tour

This tour visits the locations frequented by some of Chicago's most notorious gangsters along with many of the most haunted locations in Chicago

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Ariana Grande

Between the tragic Manchester Arena bombing, the death of her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller and the very public end of her brief engagement to SNL star Pete Davidson, the past year has been a rough one for Ariana Grande. But amid the turmoil, the singer released Sweetner, her most impressive collection of songs to date, filled with empowering anthems and soaring R&B ballads (not to mention the inescapable single “God is a Woman”). The former Nickelodeon star will take her latest album on the road this spring, including a stop at the United Center, where Grande can fill the cavernous venue with her expansive vocal range. No word yet on whether or not her pet pig, Piggy Smalls, will make an appearance, but we're keeping our fingers crossed. Tickets for Ariana Grande's United Center show will go on sale Monday, November 5 at 10am.

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