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




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Museums
The best Chicago museums
Events at Time Out Market Chicago

Drag Show

Chocolate Pop-up

Industry Mondays

Tini Tuesdays

Winesday
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Chicago River Swim

Island Party Hut's Fall Fest on The Riverwalk

Wild Mile
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Restaurants
Sub shop J.P. Graziano is bringing back cannabis-infused giardiniera

Restaurants
Fine-dining restaurant Next ventures into the cosmos this fall

Art
ART on THE MART brings a dazzling new sound-and-visual experience this fall
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Navy Pier Fireworks

Art
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Music
Tuesdays on the Terrace
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Avondale


Shopping & Style


Shopping
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