I know…I know…I thought the same thing as I began typing it, but it is true; SEPTEMBER IS HALFWAY GONE! I am not quite sure where it went either, but that being said…mid September brings a lot of fun activities to the city as we head into SPOOKY SEASON! Here are some fun things to…
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…
Barbie: Chicago Edition
Things to do this weekend in Chicago! Enjoy some family time with your kids and furry friends 🙂 Mercury Canine Cruise Mercury Cruises’ beloved Canine Cruise is back for another season. Bring your four-legged best friend for a 90-minute ride, featuring lively narration on Chicago’s rich history and architectural marvels with dog-friendly highlights, such as dog…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Top 4 Pumpkin Patches Near Chicago
Can you believe it is already October? I do not know about you but once it is October the kids are begging to buy a pumpkin to carve! Two of our top 4 favorite pumpkin patches to visit are also our favorite apple orchards. If you did not have time in September to make it…
Best Back to School Gear 2021
With the last year and a half being either all remote or half remote my kids are so excited to go back full time this year for school (with fingers crossed 🤞! Last year the most important item for going back to school was finding a laptop or desk for remote learning, but this year…
Local Chicago Happenings this week and the rest of this summer
There are still a bunch of fun things to do around Chicago this weekend and this coming week! Check out just a few things that are happening around town. Let us know which are your favorites. RETRO ON ROSCOE: Live music and great food all on the cutest street in Roscoe Village 2. TITAN WALLS:…