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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.
Travel
Admire fall foliage
Hoping to go leaf peeping this year? Head to Chicago's finest parks, gardens and cemeteries for some seasonal sightseeing.
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Take a hike
Thankfully, you don't need to go too far to escape the urban jungle, because there's no shortage of great spots for hiking near 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
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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...
Bottomless Lunch at Time Out Market
Indulge in our Bottomless Lunch every weekend! For just $55, enjoy a $20 TOM Card to spend on your favorite meal from 15 of our delicious concessions, plus 3...
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More than tinsel and glad tidings: The global stories that bring the Griffin MSI’s Christmas Around the World exhibition to life
Every year, hundreds of volunteers transform the museum with trees inspired by cultural traditions, artistry and community.
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Those viral Chicago River hot tub boat rides are back!
See the sights and relax with a beverage as you float down the Chicago River in a self-contained hot tub boat.
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The best things to do in Chicago this week
Find the very best things to do in Chicago this week, including cultural events, festivals and shows.
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The best October 2026 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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The best free things to do in Chicago this month
No need to break the bank—check out all the fun (and free) stuff happening throughout the city this month.
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More than tinsel and glad tidings: The global stories that bring the Griffin MSI’s Christmas Around the World exhibition to life
Every year, hundreds of volunteers transform the museum with trees inspired by cultural traditions, artistry and community.
Shopping
A two-day Labubu pop-up is coming to Chicago later this month!
Shop limited-edition dolls, snap pics with Labubu characters and even get a themed tat.
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Those viral Chicago River hot tub boat rides are back!
See the sights and relax with a beverage as you float down the Chicago River in a self-contained hot tub boat.
The latest Chicago events
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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:...
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...
Art
DÃa de Muertos: A Celebration of Remembrance
For 39 years and counting, the National Museum of Mexican Art has celebrated one of Mexico’s most extraordinary traditions with a multimedia...
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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Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade 2025: Route, start time and street closures
Everything you need to know about one of Chicago’s most iconic Halloween events—including when it starts and how to get there.
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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 best November 2025 events in Chicago
Pack your month with the best activities, pop-ups, concerts and things to do.
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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 Halloween events, pop-up bars and parties in Chicago this weekend and next
Celebrate spooky season with our ultimate guide to the city’s top parades, pop-ups and happenings.
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Take a look inside Chicago’s one and only puppet-powered haunted house
Every October, Rough House Puppet Arts celebrates Halloween with an immersive horror production. Experience House of the Exquisite Corpse V: Blood & Puppets at...
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The best Halloween events and parties in Chicago
Break out your best costumes and get ready for a fright at the best Halloween events in Chicago.
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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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The 16 best haunted houses near Chicago
Looking for frights this season? Head to the scariest attractions near the city for a night of terror.
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The best December 2025 events in Chicago
Find the best holiday activities in Chicago, including free things to do and picks from theater, music and pop-ups.
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Movies
13 best movies and shows to watch on Netflix in November
November marks the end of an era on Netflix. In a jam-packed month, the biggest event of the calendar is the beginning of the end for arguably the...
Movies
'Relay' review: Riz Ahmed is a hunted man in this slick conspiracy thriller
Ash is a man with a strange job. For one thing, it’s illegal; for another, he is curiously well-suited to its anonymity and moral grey areas. Played by...
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'Hamnet' review: Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal extraordinary in Tudor tearjerker
The jury’s out on popcorn and the case has been made against phone use (time to criminalise?), but where do we stand on big, ugly,...
Movies
The Best Movies of 2025 (So Far) – Updated October 2025
Updated October 2025: From summer blockbusters to festival sleepers, these are the 25 movies our critics think define 2025 so far. Expect prestige...
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'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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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...
Music
The 50 best Christmas songs of all time
Like ’em, hate ’em or blast ’em 24 hours a day as soon as September starts, there’s no getting away from Christmas songs.