Chicago Things To Do, Events, Restaurants, Bars, Shopping and More

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Things To Do in Chicago

There are so many things to do in Chicago, it's hard to know where to start. It's a world-class city with world-class attractions. Chicago has some of the best museums anywhere, and an art scene that...

Strings Ramen Launches New Curry Lunch Special

Just in time for the arrival of bone-chilling temperatures, Strings Ramen laun

Leave a Little Sparkle Wherever You Go

Just in time for the holiday celebrations Meiomi introduced its first sparkling wine made in champagne method.

Free Downtown Chicago Christmas Events

Get out your calendars - it's time to start planning Christmas in Chicago!

Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Kicks off the Holiday Season

The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival is filled with holiday activities. Considered the official kick-off of the holiday season in Chicago, the fest features live concerts and special offers at Michigan Avenue shops and hotels.

The Randolph Street Market Gets in the Spirit with Holiday Market Shopping Weekend | Nov. 17-18

'Tis the season indeed!

Ian Maksin Brings the World Together Through Music

There are some artists that just stand out in a way that defies explanation.

Featured Events

Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure- Chicago 340 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60654 Get Directions 8056035620 How Much: From $9-$20 (only $39.20 for a team of 2-5 people) after Promo Code: LOCALTOURIST Turn Chicago into a giant Gameboard with this fun Scavenger Hunt Adventure. Guided from any smart phone, teams solve clues, complete challenges while seeing the sights. A fun interactive adventure.
Diamond Live The Tribute featuring Steve Richards in Celebration of Neil Diamond's Birthday ! Pheasant Run Resort & Spa 4051 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174 Get Directions 630.584.6300 How Much: $25 Join us as Steve Richards and his band perform a Dynamic Tribute honoring Neil Diamond !	01/26/2019 - 8:00pm
Chicago Dance Crash Moraine Valley Community College - Fine and Performing Arts Center 9000 West College Parkway, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Get Directions 708-974-5500 How Much: General Public - $30 Seniors - $25 Students (with ID) and children attend free, but a ticket must be ordered to reserve seat. Come see one of the most exciting hip hop/contemporary dance troupes in the local and national dance scene!	11/17/2018 - 7:30pm
New Year's Psychic Eve with Mentalist Sidney Friedman Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret 1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 Get Directions 773.278.1830 How Much: $54 Want a fun, positive way to usher in 2019? As seen on the TODAY SHOW and THE VIEW, be a part of this interactive, telepathic show by legendary mentalist Sidney Friedman. Limited to 100 tickets.	12/31/2018 - 10:30pm