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Chicago Dance Month 2025: must-see events and shows
Salsa, rumba, or waltz your way into summer during the 12th annual Chicago Dance Month. Chicago Dance Month brings free events showcasing a diverse array…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Celebrate Haitian American Heritage Month in Chicago
Haitian heritage runs deep in Chicago. The city has a special connection to the Caribbean nation — Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, Chicago’s first permanent…
Special events
How to celebrate Pride Month 2025 in Chicago
In Chicago, Pride is more than just a month. The city celebrates LGBTQ+ culture all year long with film festivals, art exhibits, drag shows, theatrical…
Blog, Family
Things to do in Chicago with kids this summer
With 60+ parks, 20+ beaches, and endless family-friendly attractions, it’s easy to soak up summer and sunshine in our fair city. Whether you’re kayaking through…
Blog, Special events
Da Pope’s guide to Chicago: All of Pope Leo’s Chicago connections
When the new Pope was elected in Rome this May, the world was in for a surprise. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was named history’s first…
The 77: A City of Neighborhoods
THE 77 – CHICAGO TV TRAVEL SERIES Embark on a journey through the diverse and complicated tapestry of Chicago’s neighborhoods as we unveil “The 77:…
Blog, Shopping
Chicago’s best vintage and thrift shops
Chicago’s hot vintage and thrift scene offers a nostalgic, affordable, and, perhaps most importantly, sustainable shopping experience. Why buy new when you can combine retro…
Festivals
Chicago summer street festivals: your ultimate guide
Summer in Chicago wouldn’t be the same without its iconic street festivals. Located in vibrant neighborhoods across the city, these local-favorite events are a great…
Free & cheap
10 free things to do in Chicago this May 2025
You don’t need to reach for your wallet to get your fill of fun things to do all around the city. Here are 10 of…
Blog, Special events
40+ things to do in Chicago this May 2025
May is a jam-packed month in Chicago — summer is on the horizon, tulips are blooming all over the city, and weekends fill up with…
Blog, Dining
Your guide to can’t-miss restaurants on Chicago’s South Side
The city of Chicago is made up of dozens of vibrant neighborhoods, each home to its own unique dining scene. And the diverse communities on…
Blog, Museums, Tours & attractions
10 Chicago art and museum exhibits not to miss in 2025
Enter one of Chicago’s many museums and a few things might happen — you may find yourself immersed in a legendary artist’s work, inside the…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Special events
How to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Chicago
The beginning of May marks the start of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the perfect time to honor and explore the rich contributions…
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