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Fresh plans around Chicago, from this weekend's highlights to events worth planning ahead for.
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THE LIZARD Y EL SOL
The Lizard y El Sol returns to Chicago Parks this summer! ¡El Lagarto y El Sol regresa los Parques de Chicago este verano! July 22 - August….
Chicago · Multiple LocationsMultiple Locations
CultureFamilyOutdoor
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We the People: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Beauty in Greektown Chicago
The new public art exhibit We the People: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Beauty in Greektown Chicago celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration….
Chicago · Greektown ChicagoGreektown Chicago
Arts
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We the People: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Beauty in Greektown Chicago
The new public art exhibit We the People: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Beauty in Greektown Chicago celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration….
Chicago · Greektown ChicagoGreektown Chicago
Arts
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Kidzapalooza (at Grant Park)
Kidzapalooza is a family-oriented festival within a festival, most famously known as the dedicated kids' zone at Lollapalooza.
Chicago · Grant ParkGrant Park
FestivalFamilyOutdoor
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Chicago Italian Beef Fest (formerly Jeff Fest) in Jefferson Park
Jeff Fest has rebranded as Chicago Italian Beef Fest! Families can still enjoy music, food, and kids' entertainment at Jefferson Memorial Park at this annual neighborhood festival.
Chicago · Jefferson Memorial ParkJefferson Memorial Park
FestivalFamilyOutdoor
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Chicago Italian Beef Fest
Back in the early 1900s, Italian immigrants brought their culinary traditions to Chicago—and from their kitchens came a masterpiece now beloved across the city: the Italian Beef Sandwich.
Chicago · Jefferson Memorial ParkJefferson Memorial Park
CultureFood
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Phyllis Yvonne Stickney
Phyllis Yvonne Stickney is scheduled at City Winery - Chicago. Confirm the showtime, age rules, and entry details before you go.
Chicago · City Winery - ChicagoCity Winery - Chicago
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T.K. Kirkland
T.K. Kirkland is scheduled at City Winery - Chicago. Confirm the showtime, age rules, and entry details before you go.
Chicago · City Winery - ChicagoCity Winery - Chicago
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Christian Johnson
Christian Johnson is scheduled at City Winery - Chicago. Confirm the showtime, age rules, and entry details before you go.
Chicago · City Winery - ChicagoCity Winery - Chicago
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Chicago Triathlon
One of the world’s largest and most accessible triathlons. From first-timers to seasoned veterans, kids to grandparents, age-group competitors to paratriathletes, the Chicago Triathlon has an experience for everyone on the.
Chicago · Monroe HarborMonroe Harbor
SportsFamilyfreeFree
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Taste of Greektown
Celebrate 36 Years of Hellenic Pride at Taste of Greektown!
Chicago · On Halsted between Van Buren & AdamsOn Halsted between Van Buren & Adams
FestivalFamily
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Run Mag Mile 10K & 5K
Explore Chicago's Magnificent Mile® like never before at the Run Mag Mile® 5K and 10K! Join thousands of runners at the ONLY race that shuts down the Magnificent Mile®.
Chicago · Grant ParkGrant Park
SportsAdults
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Old Town Oktoberfest
This fall, history and celebration come together at the 2nd annual Old Town Oktoberfest, happening Friday to Sunday, September 18-20.
Chicago · On Wells Street at SchillerOn Wells Street at Schiller
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Divas Half Marathon & 5K Chicago
Join the Divas Chicago Half Marathon and 5K this September at Soldier Field for a women empowerment race (men welcome!), fabulous swag, and fierce fun!
Chicago · Soldier FieldSoldier Field
SportsAdults
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Oktoberfest Chicago
St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago – Where Beer, Brats, and Bavarian Fun Collide! Get ready to raise your steins and don your dirndls—St.
Chicago · Southport/Wellington/Lincoln Ave.Southport/Wellington/Lincoln Ave.
CultureAdultsFood
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Chris Klemens
Chris Klemens is scheduled at City Winery - Chicago. Confirm the showtime, age rules, and entry details before you go.
Chicago · City Winery - ChicagoCity Winery - Chicago
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Lincoln Park Wine Fest
Get ready to raise a glass 🍷 — the Lincoln Park Wine Fest is proudly celebrating its 10th anniversary 🎉 this year in the heart of Chicago’s Jonquil Park.
Chicago · Jonquil ParkJonquil Park
OutdoorsFamilyOutdoor
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Davide De Pierro
Davide De Pierro is scheduled at City Winery - Chicago. Confirm the showtime, age rules, and entry details before you go.
Chicago · City Winery - ChicagoCity Winery - Chicago
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D.L. Hughley
D.L. Hughley is scheduled at City Winery - Chicago. Confirm the showtime, age rules, and entry details before you go.
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New here? Start with Chicago
If you are new to Chicago, IL, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.
Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.
- Check age fit.
- Keep drives short.
- Pick food before the main stop.
Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.
- Check hours.
- Book if needed.
- Keep the route walkable.
Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.
- Share the map.
- Pick one anchor.
- Have a backup nearby.
Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.
- Check closures.
- Avoid long outdoor walks.
- Use official pages for changes.
What is coming up by place
Major venueCity Winery - ChicagoChicago · City Winery - Chicago
Local venueGrant ParkChicago · Grant Park
Local venueJefferson Memorial ParkChicago · Jefferson Memorial Park
Local venueOn Halsted between Van Buren & AdamsChicago · On Halsted between Van Buren & Adams
Local venueJonquil ParkChicago · Jonquil Park
Local venueGreektown ChicagoChicago · Greektown Chicago
