Things to Do

Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities

Check out Time Out’s interactive global holiday season map

Check out Time Out’s interactive global holiday season map

Find the best holiday happenings with this handy map!

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The best 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

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Come join us at Time Out Market Chicago during football season to catch the Bears in action on the big screen. We'll be showing the games—with...

West Loop
Industry Mondays

Industry Mondays

Head to Time Out Market Chicago on Mondays for industry night powered by Tromba Tequila's Cafeto. Enjoy a variety of delicious foods while sipping...

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Come join us at Time Out Market Chicago during football season to catch the Bears in action on the big screen. We'll be showing the games—with...

West Loop
Chicago Bears Watch Party

Chicago Bears Watch Party

Come join us at Time Out Market Chicago during football season to catch the Bears in action on the big screen. We'll be showing the games—with...

West Loop
Industry Mondays

Industry Mondays

Head to Time Out Market Chicago on Mondays for industry night powered by Tromba Tequila's Cafeto. Enjoy a variety of delicious foods while sipping...

'Tini Tuesdays

'Tini Tuesdays

Take a load off with 'Tini Tuesdays at Time Out Market Chicago. After 4pm, you can sip $10 martinis—your choice of classic, dirty or...

Winesday

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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ART on THE MART

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...

Usher

Usher

After the success of his Super Bowl halftime show, R&B smoothie Usher Raymond IV brings his loverman soul-pop show back to the masses for his...

United Center
Haunted Halsted Halloween Night Parade

Haunted Halsted Halloween Night Parade

Wanna see some of the best Halloween costumes in the city? Head to Northalsted, where a group of dedicated cosplayers shows off their creations at this...

Lake View
Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish

Californian megastar Billie Eilish heads out on an epic, multi-continent-spanning tour to tout her new album “Hit Me Hard and Soft”. Glimpse...

United Center

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Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods

Avondale

Avondale

The traditionally Polish neighborhood is dotted with arts centers, small parks and interesting shops.

Logan Square

Logan Square

Explore a bustling selection of restaurants, bars and entertainment.

Pilsen

Pilsen

Explore vibrant murals, the city's best tacos and the businesses of 18th Street.

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