Juliana Yeager Commemorative Day | Black History Month at Chicago History Museum Celebrate Black History Month at the Chicago History Museum with a family-friendly event honoring the powerful role of art in social change within Chicago’s African American community. Enjoy live music, inspiring speakers, and engaging hands-on arts activities that bring history and creativity to…
Ditch the Couch: Weekend Fun You’ll Love in Chicago
Juliana Yeager Family Valentine’s Dance at Chicago Parks Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a night of music, fun, and sweet memories at various park-hosted dances throughout the city. These special events welcome all ages to enjoy an evening filled with lively dancing, creative crafts, and delicious treats. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the…
Your Weekend Starts Here: Top Things to Do in Chicago
Juliana Yeager Chicago Theater Week Celebrating its 13th year, Chicago Theatre Week 2025 invites audiences of all ages to experience the magic of live performance with specially priced tickets to a diverse lineup of shows. From captivating musicals and thought-provoking dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies and innovative new works, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether…
Top Picks for a Fun-Filled Weekend in Chicago
Juliana Yeager Disney On Ice Presents Let’s Dance! Mickey and his pals are spinning Disney hits like you’ve never heard before, and you’re on the guest list! Get ready to dance, sing, and soak up the electric vibes as they remix your favorite Disney tunes into a colorful, high-energy party. Perfect for all ages, this…
Make the Most of This Weekend with These Chicago Events
Juliana Yeager Manual Cinema’s The Magic City at the Chicago Children’s Theatre Brought to life through Manual Cinema’s enchanting blend of actors, puppets, miniatures, and live music, The Magic City is a heartwarming story that reminds us of the power of connection and the importance of building bridges, not walls. Helen loves building miniature cities…
Chicago’s Top Picks for the Weekend (Jan 3-5)
Juliana Yeager Winterland Illuminarium at Navy Pier This is the last weekend to experience the magic of Winterland—a family adventure you won’t forget! From the moment you arrive, you and your little ones will be swept into a whimsical holiday wonderland filled with twinkling lights, fun activities, and moments you’ll treasure forever. This 45-minute journey…
Ring in the Fun: Your Chicago New Year’s Guide
Juliana Yeager Fireworks at Navy Pier Chicago invites everyone to celebrate the arrival of the New Year with its renowned, award-winning fireworks at Navy Pier. At midnight, a mesmerizing and free showcase will light up the lakefront, filling the sky with vibrant bursts of color to welcome 2025. This year, the award-winning New Year’s Eve…
Make It Merry: Your Chicago Holiday Weekend Cheat Sheet (December 20-22)
Juliana Yeager Little Chefs’ Holiday Donut Decorating Bring the kids to Time Our Market for a fun and festive donut decorating class! Hosted by 2d Restaurant, this hands-on workshop will teach young chefs how to decorate three unique mochi donuts: Santa’s Belly, Chocolate Reindeer, and Vanilla Snowman. Kids can get creative with a variety of…
Festive Fun: Chicago’s Best Holiday Picks for the Weekend (December 13-15)
Juliana Yeager The Hip Hop Nutcracker Get ready for a holiday mash-up like no other—The Hip Hop Nutcracker is back! Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this reimagined classic fuses high-energy hip-hop dance with Tchaikovsky’s iconic music for an unforgettable holiday experience. With a stellar cast of dancers, a DJ, a…
Celebrate the Season: Chicago’s Best Holiday Events (December 6-8)
Juliana Yeager The Nutcracker at Lyric Opera House Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this weekend with Christopher Wheeldon’s reimagined holiday classic, set at Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair. Follow young Marie and her mother, a sculptress creating the iconic Statue of the Republic, as their Christmas Eve celebration turns into an unforgettable adventure. After a…