Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: August 25th – 27th

School is back in session and finding something to do with the kids for a mental break over the weekend shouldn’t be a stress! Look at the activities below to schedule your family outing in Chicago. Pizza City Fest August 26th The Chicago Pizza City Fest returns for its second year, led by renowned food…

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Things to do this August in Chicago

Looking for plans to fill up your upcoming weekend? Look no further. West Town Brewing District’s Dancing In The Streets Aug 4th – Aug 6th, 2023 Set amid the Chicago Brewing District, this jam-band focused street festival invites guests to take in multiple sets from live music while enjoying a cold beer. Local brewers will…

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Summer In Chicago!

The warm weather is here and there is so much to do. Navy Pier Fireworks During the summer, one of the best aerial displays you’ll find in Chicago originates from Navy Pier. The Chicago attraction hosts twice-weekly fireworks shows (on Wednesdays and Saturdays) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with stunning views available…

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Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend

May 26th – 28th, 2023 Mole De Mayo Pilsen’s annual Mole de Mayo street festival—which honors the traditional Mexican sauce with a mole cook-off, plus a market full of vendors—returns to the neighborhood over Memorial Day weekend. Grab some enchiladas smothered in aromatic mole and don’t miss the festival’s lucha libra wrestling matches.  and Franklin…

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Spring Is Here!

Need weekend plans? Look no further! Dog Egg Hunt Saturday, April 1st | 1:00 PM A little snippet from their website:“Apparently, Easter is also for the dogs. Bring your good boy or girl to Horner Park for a Dog Egg Hunt, where your four-legged friends can search for treat-filled eggs hidden across the lawn. There will be…

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Holiday Adventures

So many amazing things are happening that you don’t want to miss! CTA HOLIDAY TRAIN November 25th – December 23rd A little snippet from their website:   “It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Chicago’s most unique and beloved holiday tradition is here: The Allstate CTA Holiday Fleet. Now in its 31st year of operation, we…

Kid Friendly Chicago Adventures | Family Fun!

It’s summer and the kids are out of school. Looking for a way to keep them busy? Chicago has so many options when it comes to kid friendly adventures that the whole family can enjoy. If you are looking for some ideas, just keep reading! Garden Adventures Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe contains 27 gardens…

5 Date Night Ideas | Chicago Edition

Looking for some fun things to do this summer? Here are 5 date night ideas that you should try! A little mix of simple dinner outings and interesting adventures to enjoy with your partner. 1. Cuddle at The Point This man-made peninsula located within the Hyde Park stretch of Burnham Park is absolutely perfect for…

Neighborhood Spotlight: Lakeview

To tag onto my ‘where to raise your family in Chicago’ post, this week we are featuring Lakeview. Lakeview encompasses so many amazing neighborhoods including West Lakeview, Southport Corridor, East Lakeview, Boystown, Wrigleyvile and even bits of Buena Park are all considered to be Lakeview as a whole. The medium price point for single family…

Buying a Home in Chicago for Your Family: Where to Live–Popular Neighborhoods

Buying a home for your family is an exciting venture, but it can also be quite stressful. Especially if you’re new to the Chicago area and don’t know where to start looking. Where do you want to live? What school district should I consider? How much home can we afford? These are all questions that…