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The 50 best things to do in Chicago right now
No matter where your interests lie, you can always find something to get excited about in this no-nonsense Midwestern metropolis.
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Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities
Museums
The best Chicago museums
Want to see premier pieces from famous artists? Some of the world's most famous collections and exhibits can be found in Chicago.
Attractions
The best Chicago attractions
Chicago might be known as the Second City, but our attractions are first-class.
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Cheap things to do in Chicago
Enjoy the city without spending a ton of cash by searching out cheap things to do in Chicago.
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The best things to do indoors
Don’t let the weather get in the way of having a great day and stay warm and dry by enjoying some of the best things to do indoors in Chicago.
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Things to do in Chicago every day
Things to do during fall in Chicago
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Fall activities in Chicago: The best things to do
It won't be long before we're huddled inside for winter, so get out and enjoy the city with the best things to do in the fall in Chicago.
Travel
Admire fall foliage
Hoping to go leaf peeping this year? Head to Chicago's finest parks, gardens and cemeteries for some seasonal sightseeing.
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Celebrate spooky season
Fall in Chicago is officially underway, which means it's time to turn your attention to all things spooky, ghoulish and pumpkin-filled. Hoping for a fright?...
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Hunt for ghosts
If you’ve ever wanted to have a real paranormal encounter, Chicago has plenty of destinations to try and make that happen.
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Take a hike
Thankfully, you don't need to go too far to escape the urban jungle, because there's no shortage of great spots for hiking near Chicago.
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Events at Time Out Market Chicago
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Drag Brunch
Time Out Market Chicago hosts a fabulous afternoon of glitz, glam and jaw-dropping performances! Hosted by Khloe Daniels, the drag queens are ready to...
Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest
Calling all spooky pups, costumed cats, and furry friends of every kind! Time Out Market and PAWS Animal Shelter invites you to join us for our annual Pet...
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Industry Mondays
Enjoy delicious food while sipping specialty Cafeto cocktails; all hospitality workers will receive 20% off their bar tabs.
The latest things to do in Chicago
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Chicago has been voted the Best Big City in the U.S. for the ninth consecutive year
According to Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Chicago is second to none.
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This unique Chicago walking tour tells the city’s history one brick at a time
Photographer and architectural researcher Will Quam documents Chicago’s brickwork to reveal how the smallest details tell the city’s biggest stories.
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The best things to do in Chicago this weekend
Find the best things to do in Chicago this weekend with our guide to concerts, exhibitions, festivals and more.
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The 22 most epic Metra day trips from Chicago
All aboard! These exciting adventures are just a train ride away.
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The best things to do in Chicago this week
Find the very best things to do in Chicago this week, including cultural events, festivals and shows.
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Restaurants
Where to eat and drink along the Chicago Marathon route this weekend
Whether you’re carbo-loading or grabbing a beer while your friends race through the city, these are the best places to eat along the Chicago Marathon route.
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Chicago has been voted the Best Big City in the U.S. for the ninth consecutive year
According to Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Chicago is second to none.
Restaurants
Michelin-starred Atelier is officially reopening in Lincoln Square this weekend
Following a four-month closure, the fine-dining restaurant is once again serving guests in a new—and larger—space just a few blocks from its original location.
The latest Chicago events
Art
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...
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Chicago Architecture Biennial
Every two years, Chicago becomes a global hub of architecture and design during the Chicago Architecture Biennial. This edition’s theme is SHIFT:...
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Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Every October, more than 45,000 runners hit the streets of Chicago and take a 26.2 mile tour of the city by foot. While it's too late to enter the race (and...
Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods
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Avondale
The traditionally Polish neighborhood is dotted with arts centers, small parks and interesting shops.
Shopping & Style
Shopping
The best boutiques and shopping in Logan Square, Chicago
Fill an afternoon browsing the neighborhood's shops.
Shopping
19 Chicago gift shops for unique presents
It’s been said that the best gifts in life are free, but no one’s really buying that, right?
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The best October 2025 events in Chicago
Plot out your October in Chicago with our calendar of things to do, including the best festivals and Halloween parties.
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The best things to do in Chicago this weekend
Find the best things to do in Chicago this weekend with our guide to concerts, exhibitions, festivals and more.
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The best things to do in Chicago today
Find the best things to do in Chicago today, including parties, concerts, screenings and other can't-miss events.
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The 50 best things to do in Chicago right now
Discover the best things to do in Chicago, from iconic venues and views to cultural musts and late-night shenanigans.
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This beloved Chicago bookstore was just named one of the nicest places in America by Reader’s Digest
Everyone knows book lovers are the best people
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The best places to see fall colors in Chicago
Go leaf peeping at these Chicago parks, cemeteries, forest preserves and more.
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The best free things to do in Chicago this month
No need to break the bank—check out all the fun (and free) stuff happening throughout the city this month.
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I’ve lived in Avondale for 10 years—here’s why it’s the coolest neighborhood in Chicago
Avondale is home to backyard barbecues and front porch hangs, quinceañeras and first communions: real, authentic Chicago.
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Where to celebrate Oktoberfest in Chicago
Raise a stein at these Oktoberfest celebrations throughout the city.
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Avondale, Chicago: The ultimate guide to the neighborhood
Known for its historic Polish and Latino populations, Avondale is filled with notable restaurants, attractions and more.
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Movies
Here’s what’s new on Netflix in October 2025: 13 best movies and shows to watch
It’s a big one, folks. October marks the start of Netflix’s official awards season push, with several big-name premieres on the calendar, none...
Movies
'One Battle After Another' review: DiCaprio is a blast in this politically-charged romp
A fast, cold open at the US-Mexico border where a gang of revolutionaries named the French 75 prepare to free hundreds of detained immigrants set the burning...
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The 68 greatest movie monsters of all-time
Movie monsters are a many-splendoured thing, with a strong emphasis on ‘thing’. Some may take the form of giant irradiated lizards or...
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'The Lost Bus' review: Survival thriller barrels along at the speed of the fire itself
The odd Twisters apart, Hollywood isn’t exactly filling our cinemas with cataclysmic visions of natural and man-made disasters these days –...
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'Him' review: Gridiron and gore make a spiky mix in this Jordan Peele-produced horror
Pity the casual moviegoer who just wanted to see a Marlon Wayans football flick, or a Jordan Peele-produced horror joint. Because Him is, instead, a...
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Music
The 40 best Halloween songs of all time
As the nights turn darker and the air feels cooler, it can only mean one thing: spooky season is upon us. The pumpkins are carved, the costume is finalised,...
Music
The 50 best karaoke songs ever made
Whether you’ve got the voice of an angel or you’re totally tone deaf, karaoke unites us all.
Music
The 40 best party songs ever made
Party songs come in all shapes and sizes, but to be a party song, there are some rules.
Music
The best albums of 2025 so far
We’re only a few months through the year and our auditory canals have already been graced with some absolutely cracking new music.
Music
The best songs of 2025 so far
This year of music has started with a bang. We’ve seen Chappell Roan go country, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco smothering audiences with gushy love songs...