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Chicago in winter: Our ultimate guide
Bundle up and prepare to brave the cold weather while exploring some of Chicago's best winter offerings.
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Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities
Museums
The best Chicago museums
Want to see premier pieces from famous artists? We've got you covered.
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Where to go ice skating
Show off those figure eights while sliding around the best ice skating rinks in the city.
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Cheap things to do in Chicago
Our top picks for enjoying the city without breaking the bank.
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The best things to do indoors
Don’t let the weather get in the way of having a great day.
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Things to do in Chicago every day
How to spend winter in Chicago
Bars
The 19 best winter rooftop bars in Chicago
Soak in the city’s beauty from one of these winterized rooftops.
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The best Midwest winter getaways for families
Who says you need to escape the Midwest in winter?
Restaurants
The best Chicago restaurants and bars with fireplaces
These moody spots will cure your cabin fever.
Museums
The 28 best museums in Chicago
Experience art, history and science and these well-respected cultural institutions.
Health and beauty
The 23 best spas in Chicago
Before the city warms up, squeeze in some much-needed rest and relaxation.
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The latest things to do in Chicago
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This unexpected Near West Side institution was just voted one of the best new museums in the U.S.
Less than a year after opening, the National Public Housing Museum has landed a No. 3 spot on USA Today’s ranking of the country’s best new museums.
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An Anne Frank exhibit is opening in Chicago
A full-scale recreation of the secret annex and more than 130 original artifacts arrive at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry on May 1.
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Holi at Navy Pier
Navy Pier celebrates Holi, a Hindu festival of colors commemorating the return of spring, with a day of free festivities. Enjoy live music, DJs, dance and...
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Chicago Artisan Market
Discover one-of-a-kind treasures from over 100 local small businesses at this curated indoor marketplace. You’ll be able to check out...
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Chicago Live!
Navy Pier’s annual performing arts festival welcomes more than 100 local artists for a weekend of music and performances spread across five stages....
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This unexpected Near West Side institution was just voted one of the best new museums in the U.S.
Less than a year after opening, the National Public Housing Museum has landed a No. 3 spot on USA Today’s ranking of the country’s best new museums.
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An Anne Frank exhibit is opening in Chicago
A full-scale recreation of the secret annex and more than 130 original artifacts arrive at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry on May 1.
Restaurants
A new Middle Eastern and Asian steakhouse is opening in the old Grace space this week
A West Loop debut blends Lebanese, Mediterranean and Asian flavors with steakhouse classics.
The latest Chicago events
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Chicago Architecture Biennial
Every two years, Chicago becomes a global hub of architecture and design during the Chicago Architecture Biennial. This edition’s theme is SHIFT:...
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Ice Skating at Maggie Daley Park
Situated in the heart of downtown Chicago with the city's sweeping skyline as a backdrop, the Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park is a winter attraction...
Theater
Birds of North America
What do we talk about when we talk about the weather? We talk about the planet’s slow boil: the seasons that change without our consent, the arrow of...
Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods
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Avondale
The traditionally Polish neighborhood is dotted with arts centers, small parks and interesting shops.
Shopping & Style
Shopping
The best boutiques and shopping in Logan Square, Chicago
Fill an afternoon browsing the neighborhood's shops.
Shopping
19 Chicago gift shops for unique presents
It’s been said that the best gifts in life are free, but no one’s really buying that, right?
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A special Pokémon exhibit is opening at a Chicago museum this spring
Through interactive exhibits, you can compare Fossil Pokémon with real life fossils like Sue the T-Rex.
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The best March 2026 events in Chicago
Plan your March in Chicago with our calendar of the best things to do, including picks for theater productions, parades and festivals.
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The best things to do in Chicago this weekend
Find the best things to do in Chicago this weekend with our guide to concerts, exhibitions, festivals and more.
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April 2026 events calendar for Chicago
Plan your April in Chicago with our calendar of the best things to do, including concerts, theater and art exhibits.
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The best things to do in Chicago today
Find the best things to do in Chicago today, including parties, concerts, screenings and other can't-miss events.
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The 50 best things to do in Chicago right now
Discover the best things to do in Chicago, from iconic venues and views to cultural musts and late-night shenanigans.
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The best February 2026 events in Chicago
Keep yourself busy in February with the Chicago Auto Show, a folk festival, Lunar New Year celebrations and more.
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Chicago’s newest “strip club” isn’t what you think—it’s a vintage photo booth bar
Opening February 6, this tongue-in-cheek concept spot features 11 restored vintage photo booths, offering a playful experience that’s more nostalgia than...
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The Year of the Horse has begun—here’s how to celebrate in Chicago
Lunar New Year has passed, but the celebrations are far from over. Across Chicago, parades, screenings and parties continue for weeks after the holiday itself.
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The best places to watch the Chicago River dyeing
Get a great view of the Chicago River dyeing ceremony for St. Patrick's Day from these vantage points.
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Movies
Priyanka Chopra: ‘I would rip someone in half to protect my family’
Priyanka Chopra has sailed several seas in her multi-decade career, from winning Miss World in 2000 to conquering Bollywood to her recent rebirth as Hollywood...
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'Scream 7' review: the Ghostfacemaxxing franchise returns
‘You were lucky to sit out New York. It was brutal.’ Yes, Scream queen Neve Campbell is back after passing on 2023’s Manhattan slasher Scream...
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'The Testament of Ann Lee' review: Amanda Seyfried’s song of faith and devotion is unshakeable
Strange, ravishing and rhapsodic, there aren’t many movies like Mona Fastvold’s The Testament of Ann Lee, unless you can think of another...
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'Crime 101' review: a serious and satisfying throwback to the golden days of the crime thriller
From Thor and Hulk to (basically) McCauley and Hanna. The reunion of two of Marvel’s mightiest heroes, Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo, as a meticulous...
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Where was ‘Wuthering Heights’ filmed?
Emerald Fennell’s new adaption of Wuthering Heights is supercharging Emily Brontë’s classic gothic romance with all the spicy, Saltburn-y bits...
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Music
The 50 best karaoke songs ever made
Whether you’ve got the voice of an angel or you’re totally tone deaf, karaoke unites us all.
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The 40 best party songs ever made
Party songs come in all shapes and sizes – here’s what should be on your playlist.
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The 37 best inspirational songs of all time
Get some pep in your step with these motivational anthems.
Music
The 35 best cover songs of all time
From soul and pop all the way through to heavy metal, covering other artist’s songs is an art form.
