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Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities
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Summer in Chicago: Best things to do
Fill your summer with festivals, rooftops and more.
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14 secret parks and gardens in Chicago
Sometimes it's nice to get away from the urban bustle and spend some time in the peace and quiet of nature.
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The best boat tours in Chicago
View the landscape from the comfort of one of the best boat tours in Chicago.
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Things to do in Chicago every day
How to spend summer in Chicago
Shopping
The best flea markets in Chicago
A truly great flea market trip can take your weekend to the next level.
Health and beauty
The 23 best spas in Chicago
Before the city warms up, squeeze in some much-needed rest and relaxation.
Museums
The 28 best museums in Chicago
Experience art, history and science and these well-respected cultural institutions.
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Where to celebrate the World Cup in Chicago: Watch parties, specials and freebies
Even though Chicago isn’t hosting the World Cup, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate.
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The best things to do in Chicago this week
Your guide to the best events, festivals, concerts, pop-ups and more this week in Chicago.
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Chicago’s playable pinball museum reveals the game’s peculiar past with rare machines, unlimited play and old-school gaming tech
More than 30 machines showcase the evolution of the game.
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Chicago’s biggest World Cup watch party has a 360-degree jumbotron
Chicago Fire FC and Recess are going all out for the World Cup.
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June 2026 events calendar for Chicago
Jump into summer in Chicago with our picks for the best festivals, fairs, exhibits and events.
The latest Chicago news
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Where to celebrate the World Cup in Chicago: Watch parties, specials and freebies
Even though Chicago isn’t hosting the World Cup, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate.
Restaurants
This sprawling new Mediterranean restaurant is opening inside of the former Barneys space in Chicago
The Mediterranean-Japanese rooftop spot brings sushi, live-fire cooking and lake views to the Gold Coast.
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Chicago’s playable pinball museum reveals the game’s peculiar past with rare machines, unlimited play and old-school gaming tech
More than 30 machines showcase the evolution of the game.
The latest Chicago events
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Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady
Ready to explore Chicago's amazing architecture while floating on the river? The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise takes place aboard a First Lady...
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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Navy Pier Fireworks
During the summer, the Chicago attraction hosts twice-weekly fireworks shows (on Wednesdays at 9pm and Saturdays at 10pm) from Memorial Day weekend through...
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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A boozy book fair is coming to Chicago this summer
It’s nostalgia for book lovers with cocktails, a drunk spelling bee and much more.
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Where to celebrate the World Cup in Chicago: Watch parties, specials and freebies
Even though Chicago isn’t hosting the World Cup, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate.
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Chicago’s biggest World Cup watch party has a 360-degree jumbotron
Chicago Fire FC and Recess are going all out for the World Cup.
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June 2026 events calendar for Chicago
Jump into summer in Chicago with our picks for the best festivals, fairs, exhibits and events.
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Floating tracks and DIY bikes: Watch the absurd Red Bull Spin Off in Chicago this weekend
Three pro athletes will judge the competition.
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The best things to do in Chicago this weekend
With our guide to the best festivals, shows and cultural happenings across the city, consider your weekend plans covered.
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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 ultimate Chicago summer bucket list
Here's your guide to the best things to do in Chicago this summer.
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100 Parisian-inspired chairs were just installed around Buckingham Fountain in Chicago
Spend an afternoon like Parisians do, relaxing in these lovely Luxembourg chairs
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The Museum of Science and Industry is closing the day that the Obama Museum is opening (not forever)
The Museum of Science and Industry is closing the day that the Obama Museum is opening (not forever)
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry will close on June 18 to support opening-day operations for the Obama Presidential Center.
Time In - movies we love
Movies
'Disclosure Day' review: Spielberg’s middling return to sci-fi is elevated by Emily Blunt
Not a flat-out fizzer but definitely nowhere near the ludicrously high standards he’s set for himself, Steven Spielberg’s return to sci-fi goes...
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'Backrooms' review: think Stranger Things’ Upside Down by way of Severance
‘Surreal’ is a word that, through a century of overuse, has lost most of its original meaning to the point where it’s just become a synonym...
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'Masters of the Universe' review: Nicholas Galitzine stars in a fun ‘Barbie-for-boys’ fantasy adventure
‘By the power of Grayskull!’ If those words shoot a lightning bolt of nostalgia straight through your soul, then this is the Masters of the...
The most anticipated movies of summer 2026
From 'The Odyssey' to 'Disclosure Day', these are the movies you need to see this blockbuster season.
The best movies of 2026 (so far)
From ‘The Bone Temple’ to ‘Project Hail Mary’, the best of the year to date.
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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 – here’s what should be on your playlist.
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The 37 best inspirational songs of all time
Get some pep in your step with these motivational anthems.
Music
The 35 best cover songs of all time
From soul and pop all the way through to heavy metal, covering other artist’s songs is an art form.
