Uncorked is coming to Chicago to host its fifth annual Uncorked Wine Festival at the Field Museum of Natural History on the Museum Campus. The event takes place on the evening of Saturday, March 8. The festival allows you to sample more than 100 selections of 50+ wineries from across the globe, including Meiomi, Chateau… Read more »
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the 33rd annual Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival on Saturday, Nov. 23. This spectacular event is the largest evening parade in the U.S., dazzling displays and festive performances, bringing holiday magic to Chicago’s iconic Michigan Avenue. The Scoop Parade Route: South on N. Michigan Ave. from… Read more »
Fall has officially arrived in Chicago, and the city is alive with an array of exciting events. Sip wine in lively Lincoln Park, take a stroll through a magnificent light show or experience Chicago’s vibrant art and fashion scenes. Here is our guide to the best fall activities in Chicago. Hot Chocolate Run Chicago (Nov…. Read more »
The Hyde Park Jazz Festival is returning for its 18th year on Sept. 28-29. This special event offers a two-day, free celebration of jazz on the South Side. Featuring 36 performances across various stages, the festival highlights the creative diversity of Chicago jazz. Showcasing both emerging talents and renowned artists from national and international scenes,… Read more »
Thanks to the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and the historic Ravenswood Industrial Corridor, Ravenswood ArtWalk returns to Chicago for the 22nd year. Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, head over to Ravenswood Avenue and enjoy a weekend of art, music, food and community. This festival is the perfect way to say goodbye to… Read more »
The Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is coming back to Chicago for its 19th year. Presented by the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, this event will take place Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15. The party goes until 10pm on Saturday, reserving additional time for live music, food and drink tents. Sunday will… Read more »
Party like an outlaw on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park. Blackbird Presents’ Outlaw Music Festival is a national tour held from June through September, and this weekend Chicagoans can get in on the action! Festival goers can enjoy performances from folk and country legends Willie Nelson &… Read more »
Dust off those Lederhosen and raise a mug of your favorite ale, because it’s time for Oktoberfest! The German Day Association will hold its annual German-American Oktoberfest on September 6-8 in Lincoln Square. Since 1920, the association has kept German culture alive in Chicago. This amazing fest even funds much of German Day’s education efforts…. Read more »
The Chicago Architecture Center is excited to present its annual festival Open House Chicago on October 19-20, 2024. However, in order to make this fantastic event happen, it still needs additional volunteers. Whether you have an interest in architecture or simply wish to spend a day helping out the community, Open House Chicago is an… Read more »
The Rogers Park Business Alliance is excited to host Chicago’s only chalk art festival, Chalk Howard Street on Saturday, August 24 from 11am to 8pm. Attendees can join the fun along Howard Street between Paulina and Ashland, east of the Howard Red Line “L” stop. This family-friendly, free event features live music, lion dance, kids… Read more »
The 2024-25 theater season in Chicago begins to wind down with some heavy hitters. Broadway in Chicago brings the national tours of three Tony-winning musicals, and a fourth comes from an acclaimed local company. Plus, there’s the American premiere of a British hit about a legendary rock band, the latest offering from the folks at… Read more »
Chicago is home to many historic churches and religious buildings, including some which were once considered the tallest buildings in the entire United States. From Gothic Revival to Chicago School architecture, visit these houses of worship to see how they define the city’s art and style. CHICAGO TEMPLE BUILDING Chapel in the Sky: Founded in… Read more »