Aquatic Show
Date: Sun., May. 26, 10 a.m.The newest permanent Oceanarium show features sea lions, penguins, dolphins, beluga whales and other aquatic life. Show times vary. READ MORE
The newest permanent Oceanarium show features sea lions, penguins, dolphins, beluga whales and other aquatic life. Show times vary. READ MORE
Meet in the Randolph Street lobby for a guided tour of the historic building, unveiled in 1897 as the Chicago Public Library, which offers a glimpse of the wor... READ MORE
Follow guides through Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie-style house, completed in 1910, during this 45-60 minute narrated tour with hourly or half-hourly departures ... READ MORE
Schedule note: Shows generally take place Thursdays through Sundays. There are occasional Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday performances as well. ("See more dates a... READ MORE
A drop-in event for families features arts and crafts projects. READ MORE
The MCA closes at 8 p.m. Tuesdays. READ MORE
Sean Masterson recreates the late 19th-century Chicago matinees of French magician Herrmann the Great. The show includes sleight-of-hand tricks, illusions and i... READ MORE
The annual three-day bash features food vendors, music and dance performances, basketball and volleyball tournaments and kids activities. READ MORE
Get your taste buds ready for a weekend of diverse flavors and dishes at the annual fundraiser, which features more than 250 vendors, 40 musical acts (lineup TB... READ MORE
Browse works from more than 100 artists at second annual indoor fest, which also features live music from bands including Esrella Negra and Radiant Devices, DJs... READ MORE
Kids enjoy time with Buccaneer Bob aboard this 60-minute cruise, which includes singing, storytelling games and photo opportunities. READ MORE
More than 100 residential gardens are open for exploration during the 45th annual neighborhood festival, which also features live music from Poi Dog Pondering (... READ MORE
On the 200th anniversary of his birth, Charles Dickens is tired of performing annual readings of his holiday classic and is hoping to entertain the audience wit... READ MORE
Kids can design, build and test customized flying machines, create a sidekick and complete challenges to acquire and wield superpowers. READ MORE
The new permanent exhibit lets kids use tools like hammers, power drills and screwdrivers along with exploring cause and effect by manipulating gears, balls and... READ MORE
Learn quirky facts and folklore about two of BIC's three playhouses in the theater district: Ford Center for the Performing Arts, Oriental Theatre; Cadillac Pal... READ MORE
See performances by local aerialists, jugglers and other circus artists. Want to perform? Contact the studio. The 7 p.m. show is family friendly while the 10 p.... READ MORE
Bring your own game to play or try one of the store's hundreds of demos. READ MORE