UPDATE: Unless you’ve been living under a very, very big rock, you know that the Chicago Cubs won the first game of the National League Playoffs take place tonight between the Chicago Cubs and the San Francisco Giants at their home,
Less than an hour from Chicago is a global treasure, an ecosystem that’s rarer than the rain forest and nearly as diverse. It’s home to hundreds of species of birds and plants, and bison now roam in a land from which they’d disappeared. And you own it.
There’s no pespective quite like the view from a boat for the Chicago Air & Water Show. However, unless you’ve got a friend with a boat, or you are the friend with the boat, you’ll have to pay to be on a boat to watch the air and water show.
There’s a new ride at Six Flags Great America. Sort of. Rage of the Gargoyles turns the Demon roller coaster into a fully integrated virtual reality experience.
This year Navy Pier is celebrating one hundred years. To be ready for the next century they’ve been doing some major renovating. New restaurants, new boardwalk, new park, and a brand new Ferris wheel.
You may not be heading to New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras, but who needs to when there are so many parties in Chicago you’ll have more beads than you can shake a hurricane glass at?
If you’re on a budget but want to explore Chicago’s museums you’re in luck. February is chock-full of free days at Chicago’s top museums. There’s no charge for general admission so you only have to pay for any special exhibits.
Save this for a grumpy day: this video will have you smiling no matter what (unless you’re an unapologetic curmudgeon who hates cuteness and furry things).
The Chicago Air & Water Show is this weekend! Here’s a quick guide to help you get the most out of one of Chicago’s most popular events.
