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The 50 best things to do in Chicago right now
No matter where your interests lie, you can always find something to get excited about in this no-nonsense Midwestern metropolis.
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Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities
Museums
The best Chicago museums
Want to see premier pieces from famous artists? Some of the world's most famous collections and exhibits can be found in Chicago.
Attractions
The best Chicago attractions
Chicago might be known as the Second City, but our attractions are first-class.
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Cheap things to do in Chicago
Enjoy the city without spending a ton of cash by searching out cheap things to do in Chicago.
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The best things to do indoors
Don’t let the weather get in the way of having a great day and stay warm and dry by enjoying some of the best things to do indoors in Chicago.
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Things to do in Chicago every day
Things to do this fall in Chicago
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Fall activities in Chicago: The best things to do
It won't be long before we're huddled inside for winter, so get out and enjoy the city with the best things to do in the fall in Chicago.
Watch a spooky flick
From hardcore horrors to squeamish giggles, these movies will set the mood for the season.
Travel
Admire fall foliage
Hoping to go leaf peeping this year? Head to Chicago's finest parks, gardens and cemeteries for some seasonal sightseeing.
Turn up the volume
Treat your Halloween party guests with our playlist of the top spooky scary songs of all time.
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Celebrate spooky season
No matter your age, embrace the thrills and chills of spooky season with our guide to the best Halloween events in Chicago this year.
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Events at Time Out Market Chicago
Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest
Calling all spooky pups, costumed cats, and furry friends of every kind! Time Out Market and PAWS Animal Shelter invites you to join us for our annual Pet...
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Industry Mondays
Enjoy delicious food while sipping specialty Cafeto cocktails; all hospitality workers will receive 20% off their bar tabs.
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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...
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Trivia with Whaddayaknow?
Come alone or bring a group for weekly trivia on Wednesdays at the Market! Hosted by Whaddayaknow?, the evening will test your knowledge on a variety of...
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Where and when are the No Kings protests happening in Chicago this weekend?
Rallies across the Windy City will mark the return of the nationwide “No Kings Day” movement this Saturday
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Chicago’s biggest Halloween party is taking over three floors with DJs, tarot and tattoos
Time Out Market Chicago is celebrating Halloween with a massive two-day pop-up party in the West Loop.
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House of the Exquisite Corpse: Blood & Puppets
Every October, Rough House Puppet Arts creates a brand new immersive production to celebrate spooky season. House of the Exquisite Corpose, Chicago's one and...
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Chicago Textile Center's Textile Fair
The Chicago Textile Center was founded earlier this year to offer Chicago's maker community a space for learning, resource sharing and community development....
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No Kings protest and Arts in the Dark Halloween parade set to pack downtown Chicago this Saturday—here’s what you need to know
Two major gatherings—one political, the other artistic—are set to unfold hours apart in downtown Chicago. Hear about traffic closures, times and more.
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Where and when are the No Kings protests happening in Chicago this weekend?
Rallies across the Windy City will mark the return of the nationwide “No Kings Day” movement this Saturday
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Chicago’s biggest Halloween party is taking over three floors with DJs, tarot and tattoos
Time Out Market Chicago is celebrating Halloween with a massive two-day pop-up party in the West Loop.
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No Kings protest and Arts in the Dark Halloween parade set to pack downtown Chicago this Saturday—here’s what you need to know
Two major gatherings—one political, the other artistic—are set to unfold hours apart in downtown Chicago. Hear about traffic closures, times and more.
The latest Chicago events
Art
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...
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Chicago Architecture Biennial
Every two years, Chicago becomes a global hub of architecture and design during the Chicago Architecture Biennial. This edition’s theme is SHIFT:...
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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...
Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods
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Avondale
The traditionally Polish neighborhood is dotted with arts centers, small parks and interesting shops.
Shopping & Style
Shopping
The best boutiques and shopping in Logan Square, Chicago
Fill an afternoon browsing the neighborhood's shops.
Shopping
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?
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La Niña has officially arrived—here’s what that means for winter weather in Chicago
The weather phenomenon will likely impact snowfall and temperatures in the Midwest and beyond, according to the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction...
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Chicago is officially one of the top 10 happiest cities in the world
The Windy City ranked No. 8 on our list of the world’s happiest cities, beating out Seville and Melbourne thanks to its food, culture and everyday joy factor
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The best October 2025 events in Chicago
Plot out your October in Chicago with our calendar of things to do, including the best festivals and Halloween parties.
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Chicago has been voted the Best Big City in the U.S. for the ninth consecutive year
According to Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Chicago is second to none.
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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.
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The best things to do in Chicago today
Find the best things to do in Chicago today, including parties, concerts, screenings and other can't-miss events.
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The 50 best things to do in Chicago right now
Discover the best things to do in Chicago, from iconic venues and views to cultural musts and late-night shenanigans.
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Five iconic landmarks you’ll be able to access for free during Open House Chicago 2025
From urban farms and distilleries to rock clubs and a magic lounge, you’ll be able to tour hundreds of buildings for free at this year’s edition of Open House...
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The best places to see fall colors in Chicago
Go leaf peeping at these Chicago parks, cemeteries, forest preserves and more.
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The best orchards to go apple picking near Chicago
Load up a bag with some freshly-picked fruit—and don't forget to snag a box of apple cider doughnuts on your way out!
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Movies
The best Halloween movies of all time
Let’s address the obvious question right off the bat: what’s the difference between a horror movie and a Halloween movie? For us – and...
Movies
'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' review: Daniel Craig is a treat in this sequel
Surely the first murder-mystery to pay active homage to Scooby-Doo, Rian Johnson’s latest addition to the franchise he created and presides over with...
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5 unexpected revelations from Ben Stiller’s new documentary
Receiving a rapturous reception at the New York Film Festival earlier this month, Ben Stiller’s Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost is an affectionate...
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'Anemone' review: Daniel Day-Lewis is extraordinary in a haunting family drama
There aren’t many actors who command the attention as fiercely as Daniel Day-Lewis and Sean Bean – and if you’d gladly spend two hours...
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The world's most exciting filmmakers share alternative Halloween movie picks
It’s one thing for a movie to scare a general audience. But a movie that can frighten, disturb and haunt a fellow moviemaker? Now that’s a real...
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Music
The 40 best Halloween songs of all time
As the nights turn darker and the air feels cooler, it can only mean one thing: spooky season is upon us. The pumpkins are carved, the costume is finalised,...
Music
The 50 best karaoke songs ever made
Whether you’ve got the voice of an angel or you’re totally tone deaf, karaoke unites us all.
Music
The 40 best party songs ever made
Party songs come in all shapes and sizes, but to be a party song, there are some rules.
Music
The best albums of 2025 so far
We’re only a few months through the year and our auditory canals have already been graced with some absolutely cracking new music.
Music
The best songs of 2025 so far
This year of music has started with a bang. We’ve seen Chappell Roan go country, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco smothering audiences with gushy love songs...