44 things to do in Chicago this weekend: May 1- 3

Celebrate the first weekend in May with festivals, markets, concerts and local events across the city. Here's your guide to things to do in Chicago from May 1— 3.

Ravinia tickets on sale Thursday, with new shows added to 2026 lineup

Ravinia Festival tickets for the 2026 summer season go on sale Thursday at 8 a.m. CT, with new shows added since March including Snoop Dogg and Erykah Badu.

Chicago Blues Festival 2026 lineup announced; full schedule released

The 2026 Chicago Blues Festival returns June 4-7 with free performances around the city. See the full lineup, schedule and top acts.

Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert to headline Summer Smash 2026

The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival, has announced its 2026 lineup with performances from Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Baby Keem and more.

33 things to do in Chicago April 17-19

Here are the top things to do in Chicago this weekend, April 17-19, including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows and local festivals happening across the city.

Tacos & Tequila Festival 2026: Lineup, tickets, what to know

A popular throwback music and food festival is making its way to Chicago for the fourth year in a row. Here's what we know.

Shamrock Shuffle returns Sunday with races, road closures across Chicago

Sunday marks the annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, one of Chicago's beloved St. Patrick's Day celebrations and running traditions.