Brighter days are ahead of us, Chicagoans! On May 13th, ComEd is hosting the annual Switch on Summer, a sensational celebration of turning the Buckingham Fountain back on! There is simply no better way to welcome the warmer weather than this. Festivities From 12pm to 3pm, Grant Park will be bustling with those partaking in… Read more »
From delicious brunch spots to scenic outdoor activities, there are countless ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in the Windy City. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best ways to make your mom feel special and cherished on this special day in Chicago. Brunch Haymarket Brewery This Mother’s Day, join Haymarket for a delightful… Read more »
Chicago’s famous front lawn is gearing up for another lively, thrilling summer! It is no secret that Millenium Park hosts some of the most fabulous events in Chicago. For many, this beautifully expansive park guides their seasonal plans; the events are too sensational to skip! Whether the park is dedicating itself to music, art, exercise,… Read more »
On May 7, prepare yourself for National Mural Day as Chicago celebrates some of the most iconic architectural artwork… and guess what? It’s free! Discover impressive works of art located in Chicago’s vibrant Bucktown and Wicker Park neighborhoods. This year, the city of Chicago has collaborated to create over 20 stops featuring a variety of… Read more »
This weekend, The National Hellenic Museum and UIC Department of Classics and Mediterranean Studies are hosting a Homerathon in Greektown! These organizations, along with dozens of students and audience members, will join together to partake in a marathon reading of Homer’s Odyssey at the National Hellenic Museum! The Wonders of Greektown Greektown has been an… Read more »
After months of being nurtured in privacy, three African lion cubs have finally shown their coats at Lincoln Park Zoo! The beautiful babes, Pesho (pe-sho), Sidai (see-dye), and Lomelok (low-mey-lock), have been gearing up not only to impress spectators, but particularly their own pride. Nursed within the Pepper Family Wildlife Center, the siblings have opened… Read more »
Batter up: Chicago’s favorite season has returned! If you’re planning on going to the ballpark this season, this list is for you. CP wants to ensure a stress free baseball season with this series of pregame and postgame fun! Whether you’re rooting for the north side or the south side, we got you covered. WHITE… Read more »
Where It All Began The history of 4/20 dates back to the 1970s, when a group of high school students who called themselves “the Waldos” coined the term. The Waldos used “4/20” as a code word for smoking cannabis, and the term eventually spread throughout the country and beyond. In Chicago, 4/20 has become a… Read more »
The Suspense is Over After three dry years, Lagunitas Taproom & Beer Sanctuary has finally returned! The beloved company turned their taps off in 2020 as the COVID-19 Pandemic began to surge. However, on Saturday, April 13th, Lagunitas Taproom officially opens their doors to the public! Hundreds of loyal patrons have been expressing their seething… Read more »
Acanto Located on Michigan Ave. across from Millennium Park, Acanto offers a perfect spot for outdoor dining. Known for its incredible pasta, pizzas and Italian classics, Acanto is also iconic for its award-winning wine bar. Bandit This phenomenal farm-to-table restaurant has more to offer than their delectable dishes. One of the West Loop’s best kept… Read more »
One of the Windy City’s most anticipated events of the new year, Chicago Restaurant Week 2025 offers special deals on multi-course prix fixe meals at participating locations with brunch and lunch for $30 and/or dinner for $45 or $60. After looking through more than 470 restaurants from the list, we’ve hand-picked some promising dishes at… Read more »
Prohibition still captivates the public’s imagination more than 100 years later. This is especially true in Chicago thanks to numerous depictions in popular culture in the ensuing decades. Remnants of those days still exist at the old Chicago bars listed below. Many have a history as speakeasies, while others evoke Roaring Twenties glamor. Green Mill… Read more »