Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities displays the ground-breaking virtual artworks of four celebrated Chicago-based artists, Claire Ashley, Faheem Majeed, Yvette Mayorga, and Carlos Rolón, through the technical wonders of augmented reality. AR combines the existing environment and virtual elements through VR or your phone. Experience the future of art at Millennium Park. Admission is free, and the exhibits run through November 25th.
This year's Spring Flower Show at Garfield Park Conservatory explores the roots, the foundation of plants and flowers. Roots not only deliver water and nutrients to plant life but also "communicate" with other plants via chemical and electrical signals. Discover more at the show, which runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Explore Chicago's rich architectural history with Chicago Architecture Center Tours. The CAC offers various walking, bus, and boat tours throughout the month. Learn about Willis Tower, Hyde Park, Union Station, and more. Tours last all month and throughout the spring.
Truth, beauty, freedom, and love fill the Spectacular Spectacular with Moulin Rouge! The Musical, live. Admit it, you know all the songs by heart. Don't miss this fun-filled, multiple Tony Award-winner, Broadway show. Tickets start at $50.
The longest-running Latino film festival in the U.S., the Chicago Latino Film Festival celebrates its 41st year with a new line-up of films exploring Latino art and culture. This year's festival boasts a schedule of independent, nearly 100 feature films and shorts from the US, Latin America, Spain, and Portugal at cinemas across Chicago.
Party in the library, anyone? Leave your "inside voice" at home and head down to the Chicago Public Library fundraiser in the Harold Washington Library's Winter Garden for the 10 Annual Night in the Stacks. Under a massive glass dome, this unique, upscale event will feature music, dancing, food, cocktails, photo booths, raffle prizes, and more. Tickets are $150, and the party kicks off at 7 pm.
SNL comedy legends Tina Fey & Amy Poehler return to Chicago and their Improv roots when they reunite for their hilarious Restless Tour. Don't miss the "Weekend Update" queens make fun of Jimmy Fallon and deliver laughs and memories spanning their industry-defining careers. Tickets start at $140, which is not too shabby for the funniest jokesters around.
It's not easy being beautiful. Learn how to serve from the country's best and brightest beauticians and elevate your skills at America's Beauty Show, an inspiring Chicago event for beauty professionals.
The biggest Broadway musical about the largest disaster in oceanic history sails into the Marriot Theatre for an unsinkable two-month voyage. Steer clear of icebergs, but don't miss the one-and-only Titanic - The Musical. Book your passage with tickets starting at
The creative genius behind the White Stripes and the last great Rock N Roll superstar, Jack White, returns to Chicago for two thundering nights of music at the Salt Shed. How many rock stars do you know that build their own guitars? Jack White is the coolest.
The Tinley Park Brew & Vine Fest is the perfect opportunity to sample craft beers, wines, and food from various vendors. VIP admission begins at 6:00 pm, and general admission at 7:00 pm. Guests can sample the tastiest craft beer and wine while listening to live entertainment. And no event is complete without tasty treats. General admissions tickets are $40, VIP tickets are $55, and designated driver passes are $15.
Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo C2E2 is the ultimate geeky weekend for Chicagoans and beyond. There's something for everyone, from comics and cosplay to gaming and anime. Celebrities, exhibitors, comic artists, and literary authors all come together to celebrate fandom. Inclusivity and new friendships are prioritized, focusing on creating a safe and fun atmosphere for everyone. If you want to geek out, this is the place to be.
This spring, a bluster of creativity hits the Windy City from EXPO Chicago, the International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art. The EXPO celebrates contemporary modern art with a diverse lineup of programs, events, art installations, speakers, and more at Navy Pier's Festival Hall and locations throughout the city. Featuring artists from over 170 galleries, 29 countries, and 75 cities worldwide, EXPO Chicago is a must for art lovers everywhere. A VIP party launches the Expo on Thursday, with General Admission beginning Friday at 5 pm.
Referred to as "5,000 Years of Civilization Reborn", this is a performance that you won't want to miss. Shen Yun Performing Arts is the world's premier classical Chinese dance and music company that performs classical dance, ethnic and folk dance, and story-based dance. Immerse yourself in this beautiful culture.
Become a rum connoisseur at the Chicago Rum Festival. Learn about taste, and pair over 50 varieties of rum -- from spiced to coconut. In addition to the tastings, you can learn more about the rum industry, the spirit's place in American history, and how to drink more like a pirate. Tickets start at $45, a small treasure for such a fun, rum-soaked adventure.
Hey, batter, batter, batter! Spring is in full swing as the Chicago White Sox take to Rate Field for their 2025 Home Opener against the World Series Champions, the LA Dodgers.
Charli XCX brings BRAT to Chicago at the Allstate Arena. It may be possible that Charlie XCX hails from the future, but the UK's electronic and dance queen never disappoints.
