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BEST Events In Chicago

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  • Bridgeport Art Center
    1200 W. 35th Street
    Chicago, IL 60609
    Bridgeport Art Center

    Housed in the former Spiegel catalog warehouse, the Bridgeport Art Center defines raw urban elegance. 18,000 sq. ft. open loft space. Free parking, skyline views, elevator with bar.

  • American Writer's Museum
    American Writers Museum
    180 N. Michigan Avenue, 2nd Floor
    Chicago, IL 60601
    American Writer's Museum

    In the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum celebrates all genres of writing through interactive exhibits and programming. From Twain to Tupac, there's a story here for everyone. Visitors will explore the great writers’ hometowns and learn about all of the AWM Affiliate homes in Writers Hall. Discover for yourself and visit today!

  • Hop On, Hop Off Big Bus Tours
    11 Stops Along the Route
    Chicago, IL
    Hop On, Hop Off Big Bus Tours

    Make hop on, hop off sightseeing the number one thing to do on your city break. This tour offers a day or two (or three) of memorable, cultured and educational fun. Hop on and discover your destination from open-top buses, with commentary guiding you along the way, then hop off to explore even further. Eleven great Chicago stops on the route, from 10am to 5pm daily.

  • Visit the Chicago Botanic Garden
    Chicago Botanic Garden
    1000 Lake Cook Road
    Glencoe, IL 60022
    Visit the Chicago Botanic Garden

    The Chicago Botanic Garden has 385 acres of nature, beauty, and respite to discover. Try one of the seasonal walks, let your kids roll down the hills of the Nature Play Garden, or explore what’s in bloom. Plan ahead and get the best admission pricing or learn about free admission opportunities. Visit often to enjoy the seasonal changes in the garden. Open every day from 10am to 5pm.

  • 360 Chicago
    360 Chicago
    875 N Michigan Avenue, 94th Floor
    Chicago, IL
    360 Chicago

    360 CHICAGO offers the best views of Chicago from the top of the former John Hancock Center. 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck offers breathtaking panoramic views of Chicago from 1,000 feet above the famed Magnificent Mile. The observation deck is the home of TILT – Chicago’s highest thrill ride – and BAR 94, 360 CHICAGO's own modern bar and café, where you can relax, sip on a locally crafted beer or cocktail, and enjoy the best views in the city.

  • Chicago Scavenger Hunt - Chicago's Magnificent Mile
    399 N Michigan Ave
    Chicago, IL
    Chicago Scavenger Hunt - Chicago's Magnificent Mile

    Named for the cable car turnarounds and the prominent elevated railway that encircled the area at the end of the 19th century, the Loop is Chicago's commercial and cultural core. On today's epic scavenger hunt of Chicago, you'll uncover the area's best sights and rich history. Along the way, you'll visit Cloud Gate, Art Institute of Chicago, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. It's time to strap on those walking shoes, round up some friends and book your Chicago Loop scavenger hunt today!

  • Chicago Escape Room Adventures
    Chicago Escape Room Adventures
    River North 42 East Ontario Street
    Chicago, IL 60611
    Chicago Escape Room Adventures

    Five Chicago escape rooms for all skill levels. Offered are the best escape rooms, the easiest booking process, and the fastest customer support. Come see why the Chicago Escape Room Adventures win awards.

  • K1 Speed Go Cart Racing
    K1 Speed
    301 Hasitngs Drive
    Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
    K1 Speed Go Cart Racing

    K1 sets out to create the best karting experience in America, using only the best kart tracks and best go-karts. Karting at K1 Speed will give you a whole new outlook on the sport. At K1 Speed, every single one of the tracks is professionally designed and built, and every location is indoors so that people can race regardless of the weather. Air-conditioned, 2 challenging tracks, adult and junior electric karts, with food and drink available at the Paddock Lounge Restaurant.

  • River North Historical Food Tour
    River North
    806 N Michigan Ave
    Chicago, IL 60611
    River North Historical Food Tour

    Get to know the food offerings in River North on this small-group walking tour. As you explore, listen to in-depth commentary from your guide on the culinary history of Chicago and the culture of the River North neighborhood. With a small group of just 12 fellow food-lovers, you'll enjoy personalized attention and the chance to chat about your favorite tastings. Samples include the classic Italian beef, a Chicago-style hot dog, and the famous deep dish pizza. Personalized attention on small-group tour for just 12 people or fewer Get to know River North intimately on a walking tour Food tastings: Italian beef, deep-dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dog Enough tastings to add up to a satisfying meal.

  • WNDR Chicago
    WNDR Museum
    1130 W Monroe St
    Chicago, IL 60607
    WNDR Chicago

    More than a museum—WNDR is a playful journey that awakens creativity, cultivates community, and leaves you wondering what’s next. Located in West Loop, WNDR is the ultimate Chicago destination to take in over 15 installations of awe-inspiring immersive art. And at the end of your journey, step into the magic of summer camp like never before at Camp WNDR, where summer never ends!

  • Secret Chicago Beer Tour

    A secret location in Chicago
    Chicago, IL
    Secret Chicago Beer Tour

    As we wind through one of The Windy City's most lovely residential areas you'll drink numerous seasonal beers and learn about: how Chicago politics shaped the beer industry; Chicago's gritty rivalry with Milwaukee; the German beer riot, and its long-lasting effects on political partisanship in Chicago city elections; a deadly Chicago theme park; and many more fascinating snippets of our history. We'll dive into the cultural dealings of the area, history before the Chicago fire, prohibition, and beyond!

  • Chicago Whiskey Experience
    Spirits & Spice Chicago
    835 North Michigan Avenue #Suite 8005
    Chicago, IL 60611
    Chicago Whiskey Experience

    Sample some of the finest whiskeys on a 20 minute guided taste tour every Wednesday and Thursday at 5pm, at Water Tower Place, 7th floor. Whether you know nothing about whiskey, know a little something and want to know more, or just want to impress your friends with interesting facts, the Spirits & Spice Whiskey Experience is the place to be.

  • Replay Bar
    Replay Bar
    2833 N Sheffield Ave
    Chicago, IL 60657
    Replay Bar

    Vintage arcade games, pinball and an extensive array of craft beer and cocktails in a warm industrial setting. And don't forget the games are FREE!

  • CocuSocial Chicago Cooking Classes
    Various Locations
    Chicago, IL
    CocuSocial Chicago Cooking Classes

    CocuSocial is a marketplace for cooking classes connecting food lovers with local chefs and restaurants or hotels. You can choose from a variety of cuisines and learn to cook with professional chef instructors. After cooking your own dish, you’ll enjoy a shared meal and socialize with your classmates.

  • Make Some Noise Open Mic
    Maria's Packaged Goods and Community Bar
    Chicago, IL
    Make Some Noise Open Mic

    From soulful melodies to thought-provoking spoken word, the Make Some Noise Open Mic provides a platform for you to unleash your creativity and connect with a supportive community of like-minded individuals. So, grab your friends and come on down for an evening filled with laughter, applause, and unforgettable performances.

  • Green Mill Cocktail Lounge
    Green Mill Cocktail Lounge
    Chicago, IL
    Green Mill Cocktail Lounge

    In business since 1907, this historical jazz venue is still offering live jazz every night in a prohibition-era speakeasy atmosphere.

Virtual Events Today

  • Virtual Broadway Experience
    Virtual
    New York City, NY
    Virtual Broadway Experience

    Get the stage-door experience right from your living room - no matter where you are in the world! Book a one-to-one online meet-and-greet with a Broadway star from the comfort of your own home, including cast members from Wicked, Mean Girls, Hamilton and more! Choose from:Beetlejuice, Aladdin, Anastasia, Mean Girls, Hamilton, Wicked, Hadestown.

  • The Metropolitan Opera - Nightly Opera Streams
    Virtual
    New York City, NY
    The Metropolitan Opera - Nightly Opera Streams

    Seize this unique opportunity to watch opera every night of the week! Each day, a different encore presentation from the company’s Live in HD series is being made available for free streaming on the Met website, with each performance available for a period of 23 hours, from 7:30 p.m. EDT until 6:30 p.m. the following day. The schedule will include outstanding complete performances from the past 14 years of cinema transmissions, starring all of opera’s greatest singers.