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Fun Things To Do With Kids In Chicagoland This Weekend

May 17, 2024 Published by AI

May offers so many great events and things to do with your kids, including plenty of summer festivals.

Check out the Flight of Butterflies at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and grab some sweet treats at Bittersweet Pastry Shop. Take advantage of the amazing weather and wander through Chicagoland’s most beautiful gardens.

Enjoy cookies at these places near Naperville and check out the farmers markets with your family for some local goodies.

My son, Jordan, and I are looking forward to checking out the summer festivals, including the Long Grove Chocolate Festival. We also love shopping at farmers markets and plan to check out a few this weekend.

Looking for more things to do with kids in Chicagoland? We have you covered to make it a great weekend with kid-friendly events, what’s going on around town and even at-home activities. Be sure to tag us on Instagram @chicagoparent if you enjoy any of these weekend events!

This article was recently updated on May 16, 2024 by Chicago Parent’s Audience Development Coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding new Chicagoland events to the ChicagoParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best family events this weekend. Questions? Please reach out to kari@chicagoparent.com.

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The city and suburbs continue to offer excellent options for family-friendly events. We picked some of our favorites going on this weekend below. Find more events on our calendar.

Poetry Making Playground at West Side Justice Center

May 16-19, 2024

Address: 601 S. California Ave., Chicago
Cost: $30/suggested donation

Teens and tweens can check out an immersive installation with original poems written by some of Chicago’s most renowned poets. It will include seven different works and fuse poetics, illustration, design, multimedia and more.

Long Grove Chocolate Festival in Historic Downtown Long Grove

May 17-19, 2024

Address: 145 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove
Cost: $5/day, $10/three-day pass

The fest is known for its chocolate-dipped treats like strawberries, donuts, cupcakes, cake pops,

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Spring Festivals, Outdoor Movies, And More Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend With Kids

May 15, 2024 Published by AI

Looking for the best things to do in Chicago this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend!

It’s time for that one perfect spring weekend in Chicago! And, things to do in Chicago match the weather with the Cantigny Spring Fest in Wheaton, What’s Blooming on Harrison in Oak Park, and Parkway Bank Park’s Spring Fun Festival in Rosemont. Auto-obsessed kids will love the Touch-a-Truck event in Oakbrook Terrace, and Wheeling’s Bark in the Park is where everyone, including your furry friends, can enjoy the great weather. Outdoor movies also make their debut this weekend in Oak Park and Bensenville.

This is a great time to make plans for spring and summer plans in Chicago. Check out the full line-up of spring festivals; look at the city from above at Navy Pier’s new Flyover experience, or plan a summer trip to the Bristol Renaissance Faire.

Have a great spring weekend in Chicago!

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The Best Things To Do In Chicago

May 14, 2024 Published by AI

a craft fair Photograph: Jaclyn Rivas

Find the best things to do in Chicago this weekend with our guide to concerts, exhibitions, festivals and more.

Welcome to another weekend! Take a load off by soaking in a spa or spending some time at the best Chicago attractions. Street fest season has arrived with the return of Chicago Mayfest, the Renegade Craft Fair and the Lincoln Roscoe Art and Craft Fair. You can also catch live jazz string performances, attend a chocolate fest in Long Grove or run a marathon along the lakefront. So ready to make the most of your time off? Check out the rest of the best things to do in Chicago this weekend.

Events and to do this weekend in Chicago

1. Chicago Mayfest

Say a hearty hello to (almost) summer at Mayfest, the annual street party in Lincoln Park that’s outfitted with the usual selection of local vendors, tasty food, cover bands and ice-cold beverages. This year, the event will feature the Armitage Art Show, letting attendees experience Chicago’s top artists as they showcase and sell their works and present interactive art demonstrations.

2. Renegade Craft Fair

Renegade Craft Fair’s flagship event returns to Andersonville, taking over a stretch of Clark Street spanning from Bryn Mawr to Edgewater Avenue. Attendees will be able to shop the handmade wares of more than 250 vendor booths, selling everything from candles and screenprints to jewelry and pottery. The fair also boasts food and drink from local restaurants, so you won’t have to go hungry (or thirsty) while you shop.

3. Lincoln Roscoe Art and Craft Fair

Taking place on Lincoln Avenue between Roscoe and School Streets, this two-day event will present more than 75 vendors selling handmade art—including paintings, sculptures and fiber pieces—as well as jewelry and decor. The weekend will also have live music, festival food and a selection of brews for purchase curated by Bitter Pops.

4. Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk

Get an inside look at eight Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings—including private residences normally closed off to the public—as part of this one-day touring event run by the iconic architect’s trust,

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Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend | Live Music & Shows | Choose Chicago

May 13, 2024 Published by AI

Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all over the city this month in Chicago.

This weekend in Chicago is a jam-packed one, with jaw-dropping art and architecture events, culinary celebrations, riveting live theatre, family-friendly fun, exhilarating live music, outdoor adventures, and so much more. Plus, there are tons of events celebrating AAPI Heritage Month and the Chicago Humanities Festival.

Check out just a few of the top things to do this weekend in Chicago, May 17 – 19, 2024. Please note that all events are subject to change.

May 10 – 19

Chicago Cabaret Week 2024

May 10-19, 2024 COOL ACTS. SMALL CLUBS. SWEET DEALS. This ten-day festival features a lineup of Chicago’s top cabaret artists performing blues, Broadway, burlesque, jazz,…

May 17 – 19

2024 AAPI Restaurants Week

Celebrate 2024 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us as we support AAPI-owned restaurants all around the Chicagoland area. This year…

May 17 – May 19

Chicago Mayfest 2024

Chicago Mayfest kicks off the summer festival season May 17th through the 19th! Located in the Historic District of Lincoln Park at Armitage & Sheffield,…

May 17

Chicago Jazz String Summit

Tomeka Reid’s 10th Annual Chicago Jazz String Summit celebrates string instruments in jazz, improvised, and experimental music with a phenomenal lineup of musicians from Chicago…

May 19

Sensory-Friendly Morning

About the Event Sensory-Friendly Morning is a free program for all people who benefit from visiting the MCA without large crowds and other sensitive environmental…

May 19

American Writers Festival

Join us for the American Writers Festival at the Harold Washington Library Center in downtown Chicago on Sunday, May 19, co-presented by the American Writers Museum and…

May 18

Hebru Brantley: The Art of Representation

The Bronzeville native and preeminent Black pop artist of his generation,

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The Most Fun Dinner Spots In Chicago – Chicago – The Infatuation

May 10, 2024 Published by AI

Those seeking a polite meal, click away now. This guide is reserved for anyone who’s wondering, “Where’s the place to be?” and might have a penchant for mid-dinner photoshoots and post-dinner bar hopping. Chairs aren’t just for sitting in some of these restaurants and, while food is important, a good time takes priority. They range from new spots flooding your feeds to classics where successful meals are determined by how many Old Fashioneds you drink with your server. These places may not all be the best new restaurants in town, but you’ll always walk out with a story or two.

La Serre is a fun French-Mediterranean spot in Fulton Market with just the right amount of flowers and subwoofers. It’s buzzy but never too loud, and the shareable courses are thoughtful despite the presence of big mirrors that say corny things like “Merci Beaucoup.” The creamy angel hair pasta warrants the suggested 15g caviar on top, and other less-pricey classics like the tuna crudo and filet mignon are more than satisfying. Along with the monstrous bouquet at the center of its dining room, La Serre has the feel of a wedding party, without the immediate threat of running into estranged cousins.

Brasero seems to specialize in throwing a party every night. This Latin American spot in West Town is great for upbeat get-togethers of all sizes, with a mix of shareable dishes like fried quail and grilled half lobster, and catchy Bossa nova music that practically begs you to show up with the best gossip to match the secluded space and good-times vibe. But Brasero’s food is equally fun, with nearly everything nailing a balance between sweet and spicy. The moqueca has the perfect amount of chili to enhance the coconut broth, mahi mahi, and shrimp. Whatever you order, you’ll all leave with a light cologne of smoke, thanks to the wood-fire grill in the back and dessert sparklers that constantly float around.

If the pounding bass-heavy music bleeding onto the Fulton Market sidewalk indicates anything, it’s that Costera likes to party. The liberal use of straw, palm trees, and basket lights leans into its Tulum theme, while the dim lighting and loud DJ sets prove that it’s taken Clubstaurant 101. You’re not really here for the food—it ranges from just fine tacos to tableside flamebéed al pastor that fizzles out into a jammy disappointment.

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May 10, 2024 Published by AI

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Events Calendar

May 9, 2024 Published by AI

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Ongoing:

Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry: The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry is open each week and provides non-perishable groceries, fresh produce, eggs and frozen meat. Boundaries are 39th Street to 63rd Street, Lake Michigan to Cottage Grove Avenue, as well as the section of the 60615 zip code west of Cottage Grove. A case manager is available. Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Hyde Park Union Church, 5600 S. Woodlawn Ave. Enter by the side door at 1169 E. 56th St. hpkinterfaith.org/programs/food-pantry/.

St. Paul and the Redeemer Food Pantry: Boundaries are 35th Street to 63rd Street, Lake Michigan to Cottage Grove Avenue. Bring government-issued ID. Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. St. Paul and the Redeemer, 4945 S. Dorchester Ave. Line forms in front of the west doors along Dorchester. sprchicago.org/food-pantry.

61st Street Farmers Market: LINK and Senior Farmers Market Coupons accepted. LINK matched up to $25. Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 6100 S. Blackstone Ave. experimentalstation.org/market.

Hyde Park Vineyard Church Food Pantry: The Vineyard Church food pantry is open to all every Wednesday, with an extra Saturday once a month. The church offers an assortment of shelf-stable canned and dry foods and personal care items, as well as milk and some fresh and frozen meat and produce. No I.D. is required, and there are no geographic boundaries. Wednesdays, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and the third Saturday of every month, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Hyde Park Vineyard Church, 5333 S. Greenwood Ave. thevc.org/outreach-missions/benevolence.

Chicago Hyde Park Village Group Meetings: Members of Chicago Hyde Park Village host both men’s and women’s group meetings multiple times each month. Currently, men’s group is being held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m on Zoom, and women’s group is being held on Fridays from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m in-person at Sweet Drip, 1658 E. 53rd St. For men’s group, contact Hay Franke at jrfranke72@gmail.com; for women’s group, contact Susan Alitto at salitto@gmail.com. Visit calendar at chpv.org for more information.

Augustana Community Breakfast: Augustana Lutheran Church hosts a free community breakfast on the third Saturday of every month. All are welcome. Third Saturday of each month, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

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All Major Upcoming Video Game Events This Year

May 6, 2024 Published by AI

Video Game Industry Conventions And Events In 2024

If you’re looking to attend a popular game showcase or convention, we’ve got the when and where of every major gaming event of the year.

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There are plenty of video game conventions, award shows, and conferences every year, so fans and followers of the industry will never thirst for new announcements, networking opportunities, and all that other jazz. But with so many different events you can go to literally around the globe, it can be a Herculean effort to keep track of them all. From celebrating Dungeons & Dragons to all things Minecraft, it’s just a lot.

From indies to triple-A giants, TheGamer’s release dates calendar covers all games coming out in 2024.

Not to fear, intrepid reader or casual visitor! We’ve got you covered. We’ve compiled a schedule of the major gaming conventions and shows that occur throughout the year and organized them by date. So get out your calendar and start planning for these upcoming events where you can get front-row seats to industry news and meet like-minded video game fans and professionals!

Updated May 6, 2024: With WASD said and done, we look forward to the next video game conventions and events of this calendar year. And aside from the big splashes of expos, we also have livestream reveals just around the corner. Summer Game Fest is at the beginning of June,

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The Best Things To Do In Chicago This Week

May 6, 2024 Published by AI

Photograph: Courtesy Gallagher Way

Find the very best things to do in Chicago this week, including cultural events, festivals and shows.

Looking for fun activities to do this week? You’ve come to the right place! Spring is here, which means it’s time to get outside and go hiking or plan an exciting day trip. Here in Chicago, catch a movie outside at Gallagher Way, learn how to play pickleball at a free academy or celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a host of events. There’s even more on our list below, so scroll through the roundup of the best things to do in Chicago this week and start planning your calendar.

Best events and things to do in Chicago this week

1. Movies at Gallagher Way

Wrigley Field-adjacent plaza Gallagher Way is once again showing free outdoor movie screenings this summer. Admission is free and attendees are welcome to bring their own food, enjoy on-site concessions or snag a meal from nearby restaurants like Big Star and Smoke Daddy. VIP seating is also available for $33—check out the Gallagher Way website for more details. Gates open at 6pm for each screening and the movies start at 7:30pm.

May 15: The Super Mario Bros Movie
May 29: High School Musical 2
June 12: Wonka
June 26: Barbie
July 10: School of Rock
July 17: Angels in the Outfield
July 31: Soul
August 14: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
August 28: TBA
September 11: Twilight

2. Asian American Showcase

Documentaries, dramas and shorts make up the 27th edition of the Asian American Showcase, which highlights new works by established and emerging Asian American filmmakers. This year’s lineup includes Sean Wang’s Sundance Award winner Dìdi, Ashima by director Kenji Tsukamoto, Smoking Tigers by So Young Shelly Yo and many others.

3. AANHPI Dinner at BiXi Beer

Join BiXi Beer in celebrating Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month with a chef’s charity dinner benefitting Advancing Justice Chicago.

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