The best events happening at Time Out Market Chicago

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 specialty Cafeto cocktails; all hospitality workers will receive 20% off their bar tab. This is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and expand your network!

Calling all sweets lovers! Chef and chocolatier Jorge Kauam offers an irresistible selection of specialty handmade confections, including the viral Dubai chocolate bar, at the Market on weekends. Stop by to indulge your sweet tooth or pick up an unforgettable gift for someone.

Hunt for rare treasures at a vintage pop-up shop at the Market. Browse through a unique selection of home decor, jewelry, clothing, accessories and much more from local vendors, and refuel afterwards with a delicious bite or drink at the bar.

Cheer on your school (and bracket) during March Madness at the Market. We'll be showing every game of the tournament, so bring a crew to catch all of the basketball action over delicious food and drinks.

In addition to the games, keep an eye on our Instagram account during March Madness to vote in a Bar Menu Bracket Face-Off. Throughout the tourney, vote on polls in our Instagram stories to help determine next month's drink special! The decision is in your hands, so make sure to get your votes in!

Time Out Market Chicago hosts a fabulous afternoon of glitz, glam and jaw-dropping performances! Hosted by Khloe Daniels and with bumping beats spun by DJ Geo Diamond, the drag show will feature performers—Aurora Gozmic, Vanda LaRose and Ari Blakk Diamond—who are ready to slay the stage in dazzling costumes. Tickets include a guaranteed seat to the show as well as bottomless mimosas for the duration of the event. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Made some room in your closets and cupboards during spring cleaning? Then it's time for some spring shopping! Join Time Out Market Chicago for a pop-up marketplace filled with shopping, food and fun on Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13. A variety of unique vendors and artisans will be selling their wares, including home decor, candles, jewelry, clothing, skincare, accessories, and much more, perfect if you're looking for gifts or simply want to treat yourself with something new and cool. In between shopping, you can indulge in delicious bites from the market's eateries and soak up the venue's vibrant atmosphere.

Bring the little ones to Time Out Market Chicago on Saturday, April 19 for a festive, Easter-themed donut decorating class. 2d Restaurant will teach young chefs how to unleash their creativity on special "Beary Easter" and "Mochi Bunny" donuts with a variety of toppings and sprinkles. All of the necessary ingredients will be provided, and kids will be able to take their delicious sweet treats home.

Join us for a family-friendly day at the Market celebrating everything Easter! On Sunday, April 20, head to the Market's second floor to enjoy fun-filled activities for the kids, including Easter egg hunts, festive face painting, and photos with the Easter Bunny. But don't worry parents, we've got you covered as well—there will be a for-purchase beverage bar pouring Mimosas and Bloody Marys. 

Florals for spring? Groundbreaking! We kid, we kid, but working with fresh flowers sure is a gorgeous way to celebrate Earth Day. Join Blissful Blooms for an Ikebana-inspired design class where participants will explore the art of Japanese floral arrangement, emphasizing balance, harmony and simplicity. With guidance from experienced instructors, attendees will craft their own exquisite arrangements using seasonal blossoms, all while incorporating Ikebana principles. All materials needed will be provided by Blissful Blooms and your $95 ticket includes not only the workshop itself and your stunning flower arrangement to take home, but also a $25 Time Out Market gift card to use during your class for yummy food and drinks!

No offense to those classic dyed eggs, but we'll take yummy chocolate eggs any day! On Saturday, April 26, head to the Market to join chocolatier Jorge Kauam for a spirited, kid-friendly dessert class, where he'll guide the little chefs and show them how to jazz up their own chocolate eggs with edible paint and fill them with goodies like candies, cookies and gummies. All of the chocolate eggs will be handcrafted and molded by Kraum before the kiddos get free rein to let their creativity flow. Your ticket will include all materials needed to fill and decorate the treats, as well as fine chocolate eggs to take home.

Indulge in a charming afternoon filled with delicious teas and treats during Mother's Day Weekend at the Market. On Saturday, May 10, enjoy an elegant setting with your loved ones while savoring a delightful assortment of savory and sweet bites baked by Molly's Cupcakes, including classic finger sandwiches (cucumber and cream cheese, chicken salad) on house-made bread, mini fruit danishes (strawberry, blueberry), sweet scones, egg frittatas, mini truffles, pretty macarons, flaky croissants and more. Wash it all down with an assortment of teas, served in fine china teapots and matching tea cups. Mom will love it!