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Enjoy visual art, music, and fashion while browsing restaurants and shops along Chicago Avenue in the bustling West Town neighborhood during the 16th annual West Town Art Walk on October 2-4, 2026. The West Town neighborhood bubbles with color, food and art in all forms during this popular free event. The West Town arts district […]

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The second-oldest LBTGQ+ film festival in the country kicks off with an exciting line-up of international features, documentaries and shorts with the 44th annual Reeling International Film Festival on September 17-27, 2026. The rich diversity of the queer community is showcased during the 10-day fest, displaying contributions from lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender filmmakers.  Celebrating […]

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city. Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around town on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There are many diverse events, so choose your favorite.  Some events may […]

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Football season is officially back! That means fans will be tackling lots of chicken wings throughout the season. ‘ In fact, chicken wing orders are the most popular game day food in NFL cities across the country — with a 25% increase in sales on game day (a.k.a. Sunday). And, for many fans, the best […]

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Celebrate the work of independent artists and makers specializing in home decor, fashion, art, design, food and more at the Chicago Fall Market for Makers on October 24- 25, 2026, in the Ravenswood neighborhood. Score one-of-a-kind deals and support small businesses at this market, which features a diverse collection of over 90 makers and products. […]

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