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...

Get Twisted with Tea

A new twist on the traditional tea service launches at ENO Wine Room inside Hotel InterContinental.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze Amazes Onlookers at The Chicago Theatre

Oohs and aahs and lots of applause filled the air last night at The Chicago Theatre for the debut performance of Cirque Dreams Holidaze.

Get Free Tickets to the Chicago Travel & Adventure Show

Learn how to travel like a local everywhere you go at the 2019 Chicago Travel & Adventure Show!

Michael Jordan's Restaurant's "A Red Tie Affair"

Michael Jordan's Restuarant to Ring In 2019 with "A Red Tie Affair" Blowout Showcasing Seaffod and Steak Towers, Wine Pairings.

WHEN: 6 p.m., Monday, Dec. 31

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park Celebrates the Holiday Season with Cookie Themed Cocktails and Festive Local Beers

Already known for hosting one of the most anticipated events of the holiday season, Cookies and Cheer, a luxury cookie exchange November 29-30, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, 2

Holiday Ghost Story "The Woman In Black" Opens at Royal George Theatre

There’ll be parties for hosting

Marshmallows for toasting

And caroling out in the snow

Featured Events

Two Lane Gems, Vol. 2 Official Launch Party Off Premise 1128 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL Get Directions 312.725.8852 How Much: Free - registration requested; VIP ticket with 6 x 9 Paperback $24.99; VIP ticket with 8 1/2 x 11 Paperback $39.99; VIP ticket with 8 1/2 x 11 Hardcover $74.99 Please help author Theresa L. Goodrich celebrate the launch of "Two Lane Gems, Vol. 2: Bison are Giant and Other Observations from an American Road Trip"	12/20/2018 - 6:00pm
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
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
Chicago Travel & Adventure Show Donald E. Stephens Convention Center 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018 Get Directions How Much: $15 - Get discounted tickets with The Local Tourist! Get Discounted Tickets* Anyone looking to find, plan and book their next vacation will find thousands of options to explore, destination experts to help them get there and tens of thousands of dollars in savings.	01/12/2019 - 10:00am