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BEST Events In Chicago

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  • Action Art Weekly Art Class

    Kidcreate Studio Lakeview
    3709 N Southport Ave
    Chicago, IL 60613
    Action Art Weekly Art Class

    Our Action Art class is the perfect place for their creative spirit to shine while they move and groove to their heart's content. Your little one will have a blast creating vivid and energetic artwork, with endless chances to smear, splatter, and swipe their way to unique and charming masterpieces. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

  • 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.

  • Visit the DuSable Black History Museum
    DuSable Black History Museum
    740 East 56th Place
    Chicago, IL 60637
    Visit the DuSable Black History Museum

    The DuSable: Black History Museum and Education Center, is proud of its diverse holdings that number more than 15,000 pieces and include paintings, sculpture, print works and historical memorabilia. Special exhibitions, workshops and lectures are featured to highlight works by particular artists, historical events or collections on loan from individuals or institutions.

  • Chicago Scavenger Hunt - Ghosts of the River
    24 W Randolph St.
    Chicago, IL 60601
    Chicago Scavenger Hunt - Ghosts of the River

    Similar to our epic city scavenger hunts, on a ghost hunt you will travel to different landmarks, answering questions and completing challenges...But, these ghost walks have a sinister twist. Perhaps you’ll even see a mysterious figure in your pictures while completing ghost camera challenges! Something spooky's happening beneath Illinois' most iconic skyline. On this Chicago ghost tour scavenger hunt, explore the scary past of storied landmarks and learn about the ghosts that haunt them to this day. What happened to the audience of the Iroquois Theater? Did the Hancock Center inspire the film "Ghostbusters"? Find out on this ghost tour scavenger hunt of Chicago! You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the culture & history of Chicago. Some of what you'll see: Hancock Center, Iroquois Theater

  • Charnley-Persky House Tour
    Charnley-Persky House Museum
    1365 N Astor Street
    Chicago, IL
    Charnley-Persky House Tour

    45-minute, docent-led tours of Louis Sullivan & Frank Lloyd Wright's 1892 Charnley-Persky House. Tour includes exterior and interior spaces on 3 levels. Year-Round. Limited to 10 individuals. Reservations required. Wednesday tours are always free.

  • 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!

  • Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
    112 E. Wacker Dr.
    Chicago, IL
    Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady

    For more than 25 years, the CAC's expertly trained docent volunteers have led the river cruise, sharing fascinating stories behind more than 50 buildings along the Chicago River. Hear how Chicago grew from a small settlement into one of the world's largest cities in less than 100 years. In just 90 minutes, you'll get the best overview of Chicago’s architecture and its history.

  • 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!

  • Adler at Night
    Adler Planetarium
    1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr.
    Chicago, IL 60605
    Adler at Night

    Every Wednesday night the Adler Planetarium is open late! Wednesday hours, are from 4:00 pm–10:00 pm (last admission 9:00 pm). It is the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and let curiosity be your guide! Join them after work, after school, or for date night at the Adler Planetarium. You’ll find hands-on, minds-on activities, experiences, and shows about the universe that will blow your mind!

  • 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.

  • Clue: A Walking Mystery
    Block 37 - 108 N State St
    Chicago, IL
    Clue: A Walking Mystery

    The iconic family-favorite board game comes to life! Enter the world of CLUE in the all-new interactive and immersive experience, CLUE: A Walking Mystery. It is an interactive game that takes place across multiple locations in downtown Chicago. Detectives will be greeted by the Butler and then sent on their way to solve a mystery, gathering clues from popular Chicago sites and shops. Choose from different start times throughout the day.

  • Fleet Feet Running Club
    Fleet Feet Lincoln Square
    4762 North Lincoln Avenue
    Chicago, IL 60625
    Fleet Feet Running Club

    Join us every Monday and Wednesday (Women's Group on Wednesday) at 6 p.m. for our free weekly runs. All paces and runners are welcome. Meet in front of the Lincoln Square store (Lincoln Avenue entrance) and come ready to run. Usually, participants run 3-6 miles but you can run shorter if you want. We run from the store to the North Shore Channel Trail. Bring your own water and lights.

Virtual Events Today

  • Zazen Meditation
    Virtual
    Santa Fe, NM
    Zazen Meditation

    The zazen schedule is 7:00 a.m., and 5:30 p.m. MT and Wednesday Dharma Talks (5:30 p.m. MT). Join us online for the 7am and 5:30pm meditation on Upaya Zen Center’s YouTube page.

  • Free Morning Spanish Lessons
    Virtual
    New York City, NY
    Free Morning Spanish Lessons

    ¡Hola a todos! Connect with beginner and intermediate Spanish learners and explore better ways of getting comfortable speaking Spanish. We’ve been testing out an audio-only class format (no video) where we take turns practicing speaking guided by prompts on a shared screen.

    We're holding multiple 30-minute sessions every day that have between 2-9 students and one instructor who guides everyone through the speaking prompts and helps correct mispronunciations. We’ve made a bunch of sample lessons from basic conversational Spanish to medical Spanish.

  • Virtual Book Clubs
    Virtual
    Chicago, IL
    Virtual Book Clubs

    Chicago Public Library offers a variety of book clubs for all ages! Children, teens, and adults alike can join on various days. See the Chicago Public Library website for times and days.

  • Frank Lloyd Wright Virtual Classroom
    Virtual
    Phoenix, AZ
    Frank Lloyd Wright Virtual Classroom

    The Frank Lloyd Wright Virtual Classroom is a resource center developed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s education department as a free online learning tool for K-12 students and virtual engagement for families. The Virtual Classroom combines fun, real-world lessons with Wright’s famed principles of organic architecture and solutions-based design. Each STEAM-focused activity will offer students hands-on projects that encourage creative and critical thinking. Are you a teacher looking for innovative ways to engage your class with online learning? The Foundation also has ready-to-go virtual lesson packets as well as opportunities to set up virtual field trips with your students! Families can continue to watch for new weekly activity announcements on our social media each Wednesday.

     

  • 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.

  • Best Friends & Belly Laughs Community Improv
    Virtual
    Houston, TX
    Best Friends & Belly Laughs Community Improv

    BFBL Improv is a space curated to help you let loose, have fun, and laugh without limitation in a friendly, engaging, and high-energy environment! This improv meetup is perfect for the beginner - all the way up to the most advanced improv warriors - no experience is required.

    Through a super playful process, we'll help you discover your inner improv roots (aka superhero powers)...and what you discover may (and most certainly will) surprise you!
    • Play a variety of easy-to-learn, engaging, and outrageously fun improv games.
    • Find comfort and true freedom in expressing your weird side.
    • Learn the foundational basics of improv and perform successful scenes (even if it's your first time).
    • Connect and make new friends within the Austin community!

  • Virtual London Music Tour
    Virtual
    London, England
    Virtual London Music Tour

    Let us follow a musician's life through the streets of London, every week there will be different artists like Mozart, Pink Floyd, Bob Dylan, and Lionel Bart. Enjoy the scenery while their music entertains us!
     

  • 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.