Holidays and events
St. Patrick's Day, Lollapalooza, the Air and Water Show and the rest of the calendar.
4th of July in Chicago
Chicago is an excellent destination for a 4th of July trip. In the same weekend you can visit museums and some of the country's tallest buildings, lounge by the beach, listen to live music in the…
Memorial Day in Chicago
Chicago is great destination for a Memorial Day weekend trip. There's always lots going on in the city and most of the major museums and attractions are open; there's enough to do to keep you busy…
Valentine's Day in Chicago
Made-up holiday or important testament of love, Valentine's Day means different things to different people.
New Year's in Chicago
New Year's Eve in Chicago, as in many major cities, can be anything you want it to be - a low key affair with a casual dinner and a few drinks at the corner bar, a family-friendly outing, an all-out…
Christmas in Chicago
Though the temperatures are dropping, December in Chicago is a festive time. The Chicago Christkindlmarkt, the largest German Christmas market outside of Germany, opens in Daley Plaza on the day…
Thanksgiving in Chicago
Chicago is an ideal US destination for those looking to get away for the Thanksgiving holiday, but who still want to be able to explore the city on a day when many places shut down.
Planning a Labor Day Weekend in Chicago
Chicago is one of the most popular urban Labor Day weekend destinations in the US.
Attending the Chicago Air and Water Show
The Chicago Air and Water Show takes place over Lake Michigan each August, and draws over 2 million spectators to the event, which is the largest free event of its kind in the US.
Picnicking to Pop Bands at Ravinia
You'll find no shortage of live music venues in Chicago, but one of the best is Ravinia.
Chicago's Best Bars for St. Patrick's Day
Chicago is home to a large Irish population and hosts a number of Irish bars and pubs scattered all across the city.
St. Patrick's Day in Chicago
St. Patrick's Day in Chicago isn't just an excuse to consume a few pints of green beer. Here in the Windy City it's the ultimate day (or in most cases, weekend) of celebration.