Local Attractions & Events In Chicago

Are you ready for some football? If so, come enjoy a football game at Soldier Field and root for our Chicago Bears! Their season starts late summer and goes through mid-winter. These football players are ready to play in all types of weather, so make sure you dress accordingly to enjoiy the game!

Nothing is quite as intense and exciting as a hockey game. Especially when our NHL team, The Chicago Blackhawks, are in the arena. Come to the United Center, the same stadium where the Chicago Bulls play, and watch one of the NHL leagues original six fight to take home another victory. 

Visit the famous Wrigley Field and catch a Cubs baseball game! Season begins in March and goes through September. 

Every year in March, the Chicago River gets dyed green by the Chicago Plumbers Union. This iconic event takes place to kick off a week of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including parades, river cruises, and food and drink specials around the city.

Chicago boasts a rich cinematic legacy with landmarks like Essanay Studios and films ranging from classics like Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to modern hits such as The Dark Knight and Public Enemies. The city hosts prestigious film festivals year-round, including the renowned Chicago International Film Festival, showcasing its vibrant film culture.

Explore Chicago's diverse dining scene through its lively food festivals, offering everything from barbecue to international cuisine and iconic Chicago-style hot dogs. Don't miss events like Taste of Chicago and Chicago Gourmet, as well as neighborhood food fests, for a true taste of the city's culinary delights.

Chicago's SummerDance festival invites everyone to dance under the open sky in scenic parks like Grant Park and various neighborhood locations, offering free lessons and live music spanning a wide array of dance styles from waltz and tango to salsa and flamenco throughout the summer.

Ravinia Festival is an outdoor concert series that takes place in Highland Park. Visit their website to see this year’s schedule and performers.

Northalsted Market Days® spans a vibrant weekend, transforming the streets of Chicago's iconic Northalsted/Lakeview district into a celebration of community. Stretching over half a mile, this summer festival boasts continuous live music across five stages, a marketplace hosting over 250 vendors, a diverse array of food and beverages, dance showcases, drag performances, and more!

The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade, a nearly 90-year tradition, launches the holiday season downtown with a vibrant morning procession along State Street. Named the #2 Thanksgiving Parade in the U.S. by TimeOut Magazine, it features top marching bands, festive floats, cultural performances, and iconic helium balloons, making it a cherished, all-ages event celebrating community spirit and history.