Various locations throughout Chicago

Explore a host of galleries and programming at this monthly event that showcases West Town’s dynamic arts community. On the first Friday of every month, galleries and arts-based businesses stay open until 8pm.

Just because Chicago Restaurant Week has ended doesn’t mean there aren’t still deals to be found. Andersonville celebrates its diverse and dynamic dining scene with special prix fixe menus at some of the neighborhood’s top eateries for lunch or dinner from March 15–29. Participating spots include Big Jones, Minyoli, Tanoshii, Uvae, Anteprima and more.

West Town hosts its own Restaurant Week March 21–29, featuring special discounts and prix fixe menus at participating businesses. You’ll be able to enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with eligible purchase at All Together Now; a cheeseburger, fries and a Toki Highball for $20 at Golden Years, four courses for $60 at Brasero and much more. Check out the full lineup here.

Shop 'til you drop along Lakeview's Southport Corridor and Paulina Hub while enjoying tasty coffee and food samples. Participating businesses include Bitter Pops, Candyality, Alice & Wonder and more. Proceeds from the event benefit Friends of Lakeview, a nonprofit organization that works to enhance public spaces and infrastructure throughout the neighborhood.

The Chicago Latino Film Fest returns for its 42nd year from Thursday, April 16, through Tuesday, April 27, showing films from Latin America, Spain, Portugal, the United States and more via screenings at the Davis Theatre and Cervantes Institute. For a complete schedule of screenings, check out the Chicago Latino Film Festival website.

Chicago—a city renowned for its profound impact on the history and future of the genre—will host the 15th annual International Jazz Day. As the world’s largest celebration of jazz and its power to unite global communities, the event will honor Chicago’s legendary contributions to jazz, blues, and world music. Confirmed artists include Melissa Aldana, Béla Fleck, Ernest Dawkins, Herbie Hancock and more.

Renegade Craft Fair returns just in time for the holiday shopping sprint, taking over Morgan MFG's industrial digs. Attendees will be able to shop the handmade wares of more than 170 vendor booths, selling everything from candles and screenprints to jewelry and pottery. The fair also boasts food and drink from local restaurants, so you won't have to go hungry (or thirsty) while you shop. When is the Renegade Craft Fair in Chicago this year? The spring edition of the fair will be held May 16–17. What vendors will be there? More than 250 local artists will be at the market. Check Renegade's official website for the full list of vendors. How much does it cost to attend? There is a $5 suggested entry fee, which supports the Fair. You can pay by scanning a QR code at the Fair.

As is Labor Day weekend tradition in Chicago, some of the biggest names in jazz will gather for a series of shows at Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park and the Chicago Cultural Center during this annual festival. Visit the Chicago Jazz Festival webpage for the full lineup and schedule.

Celebrating Chicago culture through couture, Chicago Fashion Week brings runway shows, markets, educational programs and more—many of which are free to attend—throughout the city. The full gamut of programming is yet to be announced; stay updated via CFW's website.