Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Chicago. The best spots for locals and visitors.
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Are you looking for things to do this summer? Find a variety of options at our resource fair! Whether you're looking for a way to make some extra cash, jumpstart your career, or just something to pass the time, you'll find info for it here. Plus free refreshments and a raffle! For teens and...
Jombriel is scheduled to perform in Chicago at Park West on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Get ready for Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical — the electrifying, award-winning spectacle where the legendary music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf takes centre stage. Direct from London’s West End, this adrenaline-fueled production is a heart-pounding celebration of rock, rebellion, and epic love....
Join film festival founder James Kennedy (author of The Order of Odd-Fish ) and Keir Graff (author of Minerva Keen's Detective Club and more) as they present the best 90-Second Newbery movies we've received this year, from Chicago and around the country. The 90-Second Newbery...
The Making History, Making Change Lecture Series is a national collaboration between the Smithsonian and 25 Smithsonian Affiliate organizations, including The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center. The series features expert-led talks that explore the people, moments, and ideals that...
On select Mondays, de-stress and exercise your creative side by experimenting with tactile art supplies. We’ll provide materials such as finger paint, polymer clay and scratch art. We’ll also play soothing music to help you recharge for the rest of your week. For teens in grades 7 through 12....
Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC), America’s Original Jazz Dance company, returns to the Harris Theater for its 63rd season, radiating energy and boundless spirit with three world premieres: “Dumb Luck!” by GDC Resident Choreographer and Emmy Award-winner Al Blackstone, “numaH” by Broadway, commercial,..
In this workshop, monoku, haiku, renga, and senryū will be explored. Poetry from the Americas, China, Ghana, Japan, Pakistan, and UK will be introduced. Regina Harris Baiocchi is a poet, author, and founder of Haiku Festival Chicago. Haiku Festival offers poetry readings, workshops, and...
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to our upcoming exhibition, TEXAS ART NOW: Rhythms and Myths. The exhibition will be on display from March 28 – April 19, 2026, with an opening reception on Sunday, March 29, from 1-4pm that will be free and open to the public. All four.
DIRECTED BY CHUCK SMITH ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR AND MUSIC DIRECTOR HARRY J. LENNIX “The more music you got in the world, the fuller it is.” Ma Rainey’s band is waiting. It’s 1927 Chicago, and “The Mother of the Blues” takes her time getting ready to record. Tensions and temperatures rise as the...
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 provides a panoramic view through history and truth, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to witness stories of survival, ask questions, and reflect on the past in ways that inspire empathy, respect, and hope. Featuring cutting-edge technology and...
Adler Planetarium in Chicago, IL presents The Universe: A Walk Through Space and Time.
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats, including the Desert, Ocean, Rainforest, Sky, Woods and City. The exhibit invites children and families to discover the diversity and interdependency of life in the natural world, fostering an appreciation...
Put your music knowledge to the test at our music trivia drop in. We'll be covering everything from the early 2000s top 40s hits to your favorite niche underground artists. We hope to see you there! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?...
Our studio will be closed to the general public for this PRIVATE painting party with the Easter Bunny! Let's celebrate together by painting pottery and enjoying time with the Easter Bunny. He will also provide all of our guests with a sweet treat! The $10 fee per person covers all paints, supplies,
Rock band The Maine will perform live at Chicago’s The Salt Shed Indoors on Apr. 10, 2026.
Say goodbye to the cold as you escape the last remaining frigid days and “Spring Into WNDR.” As a celebration of a new season approaching, WNDR is bringing back the family-friendly fun with our installation-inspired stamp scavenger hunt. Maneuver through the exhibit as you seek to solve clues,...
Want to make your own music or start a podcast? Learn the basics of sound recording in Logic Pro and how to use the audio production equipment. After certification you can reserve the studio to work on projects independently. Certification is limited to 3 people For teens in grades 7 - 12....
Telescopes: Through the Looking Glass is part of the collection at Adler Planetarium in Chicago, IL. Highlights include rare and spectacular and rare books.
The “First Fridays Art Walk,” organized by the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, welcomes art enthusiasts to explore the neighborhoods’ vibrant arts scene. All galleries, pop-up galleries, artistic spaces, and more will open their doors for guests to explore the exhibits, admire unique...
See Historic Atwood Sphere at Adler Planetarium in Chicago, IL. Features oldest planetarium.
SPECIAL V-DAY BWC SHOWS Feb 14 & 21 only! Regular BWC shows resume Feb 28! World-famous Baby Wants Candy (“Don’t miss!” TimeOut Chicago ,“Truly amazing! Critics’ Pick”-New York Times,, ★★★★...
A very popular program here at Rogers Park that is all about music appreciation combined with music therapy. As an alternative to a book club, this is a song club, where each patron chooses one song to share with others in a communal setting, then we each go around the room...
Get ready for high-energy fun as Disney’s five-time Academy Award®-winning film comes to life on the big screen! Meet Mary Poppins (Julie Andrews), a magical English nanny who flies out of the breezy London skies and into the home of two mischievous children and the hearts of their family. With the.
Community Design Labs is part of the collection at Adler Planetarium in Chicago, IL. Suitable for all ages.
Get ready for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons, sea stars and sea otters and so many more animals from aquatic environments...
Mindworks is the worlds first interactive discovery center and working lab dedicated to behavioral science, showcasing the research and ideas of preeminent scientists who examine...
Join us for a discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. After Tova Sullivan's husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she's been doing since her eighteen-year-old...
Clark Family Welcome Gallery is part of the collection at Adler Planetarium in Chicago, IL. Suitable for all ages.
Atlanta alternative rock band Microwave will perform live at Chicago’s The Salt Shed Indoors on Apr. 9, 2026.
Lyric Opera of Chicago is one of the world's great opera companies, presenting a fusion of spectacular music and riveting theater. Lyric also offers exclusive,...
Please note that at times we use exhibit spaces for events during Museum hours and viewing can be limited. All of our exhibits are wheelchair accessible. Sponsors of our Temporary Exhibits: Mov Gïele
Get ready to unleash your creativity with the magical art of origami! If you’ve ever wanted to fold up a cute animal, a mighty dinosaur, beautiful blooms or decorative boxes, this is your chance to dive in. Whether you're an adult or a child (7+), this fun and fascinating activity lets you...
Fifteen miles south of the Chicago loop, at the center of the historic planned industrial Pullman community, Pullman State Historic Site uses historic structures and...
The Chicago International Film Festival brings more than 150 films from around the world to Chicago. Featuring World, North American and U.S. premiere screenings, the...
Music and dance school with folk, square dance, contra, and world dance classes.
For decades, one of the darkest chapters of Nazi persecution remained buried in silence, its victims erased twice: first by their tormentors, then by history itself. Beginning in 1942, Heinrich Himml
Art Exhibit in Chicago, IL
Chicago's premier restaurant and concert venue is a unique setting for any private event. The soaring splendor of a European Opera House combined with the...
The Ed Paschke Art Center commemorates the life and work of the legendary Ed Paschke. It preserves and provides public access to his work; serves...
Since 2003, Chicago's Randolph Street Market hosts several Markets throughout the year. This shopping destination celebrates all things design and style! Featured in Travel+Leisure, Art+Auction,...
Walter Henri Dyett, known as “Captain Dyett”, was a music educator, and instrumental figure in the development of jazz and black music in Chicago. As the band instructor of Bronzeville’s DuSable High School, Dyett built a powerhouse music program that produced iconic singers such as Nat King Cole,..
EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to Navy Pier this April 9–12 for its 13th edition, featuring over 130 leading galleries from across the United States and the globe, alongside a dynamic program of talks, on-site installations and special events. Tickets start at $40 for single-day...
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The faceted glass façade of Spertus Institute’s Michigan Avenue facility offers a window into world of Jewish learning and culture. Designed by the award-winning, Chicago-based...
Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC) illuminates beauty and invigorates the world with deep connections. We create and present innovative jazz dance choreography, often redefining and expanding...
No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the Art Institute. Consistently rated among the worlds top museums by TripAdvisor travelers, the Art...