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.
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 Legions of Metal Festival features explosive performances by classic metal bands from the 1980s and newer talents. This year's lineup will feature Heathen, Crimson Glory, Seven Spires, and many more.
If you're an art lover, be sure to visit Art in Wilder Park. This 2-day arts and crafts celebration attracts over 10,000 attendees and over 100 artists selling their pieces. Rain or shine, the massive art show will also feature live music entertainment, and admission is free for all ages.
Pickles, pickles, and even more pickles. Not to worry, pickle lovers, the Chicago Pickle Fest has heard your cries for pickles and is here to save the day. Delight in pickle beer, pickle cocktails, and special pickle-picked treats. Sorry, no kiddos or pets, Pickle Fest is 21 and over. Tickets for Pickle Fest start at $10 and cover multiple venues, all within walking distance.
Get ready to rock for 3 days straight at Chicago Mayfest. Now in its 28th year, the music fest serves as the kick-off for the city's lively summer festival season. Held in the heart of Lincoln Park at Armitage & Sheffield, Mayfest features live music, an art show, a family carnival area, food, beer, and more.
Thrills, spills, and chills come to haunt The Logan Theater with the 26th Annual Chicago Horror Film Festival. Catch the scariest features, shorts, documentaries, and the latest splatterfests from the world's leading indie masters of horror.
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with the 40th annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival in the heart of Chicago's hip Lakeview neighborhood. This unique outdoor festival starts Friday at 5 pm, showcasing a wide range of music from talented community performers and will feature plenty of food and drinks, arts and crafts, local vendors, and more.
Start the summer with a 40-Year Chicago Tradition, the Belmont Sheffield Music Festival. Catch your favorite local Chicago bands, mouthwatering food and drinks, local artists and vendors, and community talent. It's the ultimate Chicago block party. The neighborhood fun kicks off Friday evening.
The Sueños Music Festival is a two-day event celebrating the Latino culture with Latin and Reggaeton music, experiences, activities, and more. The fest features live performances from world-renowned artists such as the one and only Shakira, Don Omar, Peso Pluma, and more, plus a variety of mouth-watering food and drinks, art installations, and workshops.
Australian rock gods AC/DC are Back in Black to do their Dirty Deeds with their friends, heavy rockers The Pretty Reckless, featuring Taylor Momsen. The Thunder from Down Under storms Soldier Field at 8 pm. Tickets for AC/DC & The Pretty Reckless start at $129.
Honor America's fallen Heroes through the Chicago Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony & Parade. The wreath-laying ceremony begins at 11 am in Daley Plaza, followed by the Memorial Day Parade taking route along State Street.
The Chicago Summer starts with a bang on May 24 with the launch of the Navy Pier Fireworks season. Don't miss Chicagoland's Summertime iconic weekly riverfront fireworks extravaganza lighting up the night sky every Saturday at 9 pm.
