Chicago Snow and Blizzards
Chicago is no stranger to snow. I always feel a bit sad if we don’t have any snow by Christmas, and it is common to get some snow by Thanksgiving. Read More …
Things to do in Chicago in February
It just snowed more in the last few days than in most months in Chicago, but it is good that it is out of the way because there is a Read More …
Things to do in Chicago in January
January is a cold and somewhat dark month in Chicago with plenty of snow, sleet and temperatures below 32 degrees (Fahrenheit). If you plan on traveling to Chicago bring some Read More …
Winter: Go Skiing. No, Really.
When: December to April Where: Half a dozen ski areas Chicago is known for its winters. This is a city of extremes; wind blasts off the lake, chilling the Read More …
Fall: Catch a Film at the Chicago International Film Fest
When: Mid-October Where: North Side, but Especially The Loop Whether you’re a film fanatic or just trying to escape the first gusts of cold weather, the Chicago International Film Read More …
Fall: Expo Chicago
When: The last weekend of September Where: Navy Pier Art lovers of all ages and tastes will find something to love about Chicago—with its hundreds of galleries and world-renowned Read More …
Summer: Visit a Neighborhood Street Festival
When: All Summer Where: Everywhere but especially inside The Loop Chicago may be harsh, but the city shines in the summertime. Ample greenspaces, parks, and waterside activities make for Read More …
Year-Round Chicago Weekend Tips: Pop-Up Bars
When: Year-Round Where: All Neighborhoods, but Especially Lakeview, Wicker Park, and the West Loop Chicago houses one of the country’s best nightlife scenes. With dozens of breweries, taprooms, Read More …
Spring: Don’t Visit the Chicago River on St. Patrick’s Day
When: March Where: Anywhere but the Loop Each year, families and frat brothers alike descend on the Magnificent Mile to witness the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Hosted on Read More …
Winter: The Empty Bottle Winter Block Party
When: February Where: Ukrainian Village Chicago is known for its summer block parties—they draw big-name musicians, thousands of attendees, and offer some of the best street food in the state. Read More …