Treat family and friends to a Chicago-style Christmas. Here are 10 things to do in and around the city.
Stories by Rebecca Palmore
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Dec. 15-18
Dec 14, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Taiko drummers, holiday cheer, bird watchers and Beethoven usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Dec. 8-11
Dec 7, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Neighborhood holiday markets, outsider art, cyclocross and Jerry Seinfeld usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Dec. 1-4
Nov 30, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Holiday markets, an enormous motorcycle parade, World AIDS Day, Cuban rhythms and more usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Holiday Weekend: Nov. 23-27
Nov 23, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Helicopter tours, helium balloons, Amy Schumer and Julie Andrews usher in the Thanksgiving weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Nov. 17-20
Nov 16, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Holiday lights, a giant mouse, punk rock and a comedy legend usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Nov. 10-13
Nov 9, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Comedians, whiskey and a meteor shower usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Nov. 3-6
Nov 2, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Strange foods, fall benefits, a “Game of Thrones” parody and massive art show usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 27-30
Oct 26, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Halloween parties, scary movies, vintage finds and even some creatures of the night usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 20-23
Oct 19, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
A plethora of pumpkins, eerie mind games and Dr. Ruth usher in the weekend – and Halloween. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 13-16
Oct 12, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
International films, behind-the-scenes access and migrating hawks usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 6-9
Oct 5, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Live music, fall festivals and skateboarding felines usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
Weekend Best Bets: Glowing Photos, Vegan Food, Cat Videos
Events in and around Chicago the weekend of Sept. 29-Oct. 2
Sep 29, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
From a glowing photo exhibition to vegan chefs and cat videos on the big screen, this weekend’s roundup includes fun fall events both indoors and out.
Weekend Best Bets: Gourmet Fare, Jazz Fest, Day of the Dead
Events in and around Chicago the weekend of Sept. 22-25
Sep 22, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Chicago Gourmet returns with Rick Bayless at the helm, the 10th annual Hyde Park Jazz Fest offers a weekend soundtrack and the National Museum of Mexican Art celebrates its 30th Day of the Dead exhibition. Those events and more in this weekend's roundup.
Weekend Best Bets: Live Music, Fall Color, Indie Bookstores
Events in and around Chicago the weekend of Sept. 15-18
Sep 15, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Morrissey comes to Douglas Park, craft beer spills in Oak Park and Elmhurst, a global jam unites musicians from India and Chicago, book fans toast Quimby's, lovers of the grape head to North Kenwood and DIY types search for treasure in Andersonville. Those events and more in this weekend's jam-packed roundup.
Weekend Best Bets: World Music Fest, Oktoberfest, Renegade, Bears Bash
Sep 8, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Salute the season with an authentic Oktoberfest celebration, get crafty in Wicker Park, gear up for the Bears, stay up late for an all-night concert of classical Indian music and more this weekend.
Weekend Best Bets: Labor Day Festivals, Music, More
Aug 31, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Soak up the long summer weekend with cool jazz, world beats, Polish beer and a picnic or two. We've got top picks for city and suburban events this holiday weekend.
Weekend Best Bets: Chicago Triathlon, Dog Show, Bucktown Art Fest
Aug 24, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Cheer on Chicago athletes, shop for fall accessories, take in an outdoor movie, sip sangria on a sprawling lawn, run through mud, watch dashing dogs and more this weekend.
Weekend Best Bets: Air and Water Show, Wright Ride, Black Harvest
Aug 18, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Turn your eyes to the skies for this weekend's annual air show, explore Bronzeville galleries, hear global rhythms in Albany Park, take in a film festival, ogle Frank Lloyd Wright homes in Oak Park and more.
Weekend Best Bets: Reggae Fest, Bud Billiken, LATE Ride, Wine Fest
Aug 11, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Take in live music, pedal through city streets in the wee hours, line up for an iconic parade and sip wine in the suburbs. Get details on those events and more things to do this weekend.
Weekend Best Bets: Celebrate a Milestone, Salute the Season
Aug 4, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Fifty years ago, Martin Luther King Jr. marched through Marquette Park to protest housing segregation and fight for equal rights. On Saturday, hundreds of area residents will trace a seven-block stretch of King’s march. Details on that and more in this weekend's roundup.
Weekend Best Bets: Tall Ships, Lollapalooza, Poetry Fest
Jul 28, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Celebrate Lolla's 25th anniversary in Grant Park, sip bloody marys in Highwood, celebrate local poets in Bronzeville, eat tacos in Pilsen, tour tall ships at Navy Pier and other notable events for your perfect summer weekend.
Weekend Best Bets: Garden Walk, Craft Beer in Lincoln Park
Jul 21, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Stroll through gardens, sample craft beer, watch movies under the stars, tour "green" homes and more this weekend.
Weekend Best Bets: Pitchfork Music Festival Returns to Union Park
Jul 14, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
A Chicago park in West Town plays hosts to dozens of indie music acts this weekend. In the Loop, Pokémon GO players hit the streets en masse, while lions dance in Chinatown and Morris Day and The Time strike a pose in Chatham. Plus: Lumberjack athletes arrive for a U.S. championship in Tinley Park.
Weekend Best Bets: Taste of Chicago
Jul 7, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Eat your way through 200 menu items at the 36th annual mega-fest in Grant Park, where Billy Idol and Sheila E. are among this year's musical guests. Get details on that event and others in this week's roundup.
Best Bets: Fourth of July Weekend
Jun 30, 2016 | Rebecca Palmore
Go out with a bang this weekend as fireworks, parades and festivals offer plenty of ways to celebrate across the city and suburbs.