Don’t miss a single thing happening from our coverage of events, arts and entertainment, and upcoming things to do. Here’s a full calendar of what’s going on and what you might have missed so far in Chicago.
***Note: Ongoing events lasting over a month will be marked with asterisks
January
Saturday, January 14 The Chicago Philharmonic rings in the Year of the Rabbit
Saturday, January 14 The Chicago Philharmonic rings in the Year of the Rabbit
Saturday, January 14 - Sunday, January 29 Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Chicago
Wednesday, January 18 - Wednesday, January 25 Look up this January with Adler Planetarium
Wednesday, January 18 - Wednesday, January 25 Look up this January with Adler Planetarium
Thursday, January 19 - Sunday, February 5 First Bites Bash returns as kick-off to Chicago Restaurant Week First Bites Bash: A grand opening night for Chicago Restaurant Week
Thursday, January 26A special party starring a Super Bowl of Chicago chefs
Winter in Chicago should always include ice skating at McCormick Tribune Plaza. | Courtesy of Miune
February
Wednesday, February 1 - Tuesday, February 28 Where to celebrate Black History Month in Chicago
Friday, February 3 - Sunday, February 26 Verse, the art of the future, comes to Navy Pier
Friday, February 10 Eataly to host Valentine’s Day tasting event, Eataly captures the heart of River North with ‘Valentine’s Day Taste-Around’
Saturday, February 11 - Monday, February 20 Chicago Auto Show draws record crowds
Sunday, February 12 Super Bowl Sunday: Where to watch the big game in Chicago
Tuesday, February 14 Service Club of Chicago, one of city’s oldest charities, honors a special tradition for Valentine’s Day
Wednesday, February 15 - Sunday, February 26 The Joffrey Ballet presents 'Anna Karenina', The Joffrey Ballet’s ‘Anna Karenina’ opens at the Lyric Opera House
Thursday, February 16 - Thursday, February 23 Chicago Theatre Week: Get discounted tickets
Friday, February 17 - Sunday, February 19 Love Bites: Something completely different for Valentine's Day
Friday, February 17 World of Chocolate: A sweet fundraiser returns for AIDS Foundation Chicago
Saturday, February 18 'For the Love of Warhol: A Night at Studio 54' gala
***Monday, February 20 Shedd Aquarium free for Illinois residents
Tuesday, February 21 Where to celebrate Mardi Gras in Chicago, Chicago bakeries to visit for Paczki Day
***Wednesday, February 22 The blooms and the bees are at Chicago’s conservatories
Thursday, February 23 - Saturday, February 25 Hamberg Ballet bids farewell to John Neumeier with final performance of ‘The Glass Menagerie’
***Thursday, February 23 Splish Splash, Chicago Children’s Museum debuts Water City at Navy Pier
***Friday, February 24 ‘Salvador Dali: The Image Disappears’ now at the Art Institute of Chicago
Friday, February 24 My Block My Hood My City to host 1st annual Hoodie Ball
Saturday, February 25 A record-breaker for CYSO "Women in Music" gala
Saturday, February 25 International Carnivale coming to Navy Pier
***Sunday, February 26 Music of the Baroque presents “London Calling”
Monday, February 27 - Monday, March 6 Chef Fabio Viviani presents JARS, a unique dessert experience
March in Chicago means dying the river green for St. Patrick's Day. | Courtesy of Vichie81
March
***Wednesday, March 1 Chicago's Salt Shed rocks the riverfront
Wednesday, March 1 - Friday, March 31 March roars in with a lion’s share of music and theater
Friday, March 3 Choir! Choir! Choir! brings epic sing-along to Old Town School
Thursday, March 4 Chicago Food Stop to host celebration of Chicago’s 186th birthday
Sunday, March 5 Wake up and dance at the Field Museum
***Tuesday, March 7 Get out and run, jog or walk at Chicago Parks this spring
Tuesday, March 7 - Sunday, March 12 Last Call for Maggie Daley ice skating ribbon
Wednesday, March 8 Auditorium Theatre gala celebrates Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and two cultural dynamos
Thursday, March 9 - Sunday, March 19 Annie returns to Cadillac Palace Theater
Friday, March 10 - Sunday, March 12 Unicorn World, enchanting family fun, coming to Navy Pier
***Friday, March 10 ‘Mozart Immersive: The Soul of a Genius’ coming to Chicago, ‘Mozart Immersive’ exhibit showcases new painting and yoga experiences
Saturday, March 11 - Friday, March 17 Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago
Tuesday, March 14 - Monday, April 3 Where to watch March Madness in Chicago
***Tuesday, March 14 Explore the universe for free at Adler Planetarium
Wednesday, March 15 - Sunday, April 2 'The Book of Mormon' returns to Chicago
Wednesday, March 15 Avec to host exclusive 'Chefs to Watch' dinner
Thursday, March 16 - Saturday, March 18 Chicago Symphony Orchestra performs iconic Carmina Burana
***Friday, March 17 21c Museum Hotel Chicago presents 'OFF-SPRING: New Generations' exhibit
Saturday, March 18 Eat and run on a Chicago pizza tour
Sunday, March 19 Goose Island Brewhouse is hosting Stout Fest ‘23
Monday, March 20 A party with a purpose: Chicago Chefs Cook for Earthquake Relief, Chicago chefs unite to raise funds for earthquake victims
***Tuesday, March 21 GiGi’s Playhouse hosts month-long World Down Syndrome Day challenge
Tuesday, March 21 See the best up-and-coming filmmakers at Chicago Indie Film Night
Wednesday, March 22 Savor the flavors of Lincoln Park
Thursday, March 23 Taste over 60 spirits at ‘The WhiskeyX’ festival
Friday, March 24 - Saturday, April 8 ‘Proximity: A Trio of New American Operas’ coming to Lyric Opera
Saturday, March 25 - Sunday, March 26 POP CATS hosts interactive cat and art experience
Saturday, March 25 Shamrock Shuffle returns to Chicago
Saturday, March 25 Museum of Science and Industry to host the 3rd annual 'Uncorked: Chicago Wine Fest'
Sunday, March 26 Bend and Brew: Beer and yoga at Midwest Coast Brewing
Wednesday, March 29 - Saturday, April 8 Hop on over! Easter Bunny related events happening in the Chicago Park District
Wednesday, March 29 Fans invited to join an all-star 25th anniversary 'election' toast to Harry Caray, Toast to Harry Caray drew sports legends, celebs and super fans
Friday, March 31 - Saturday, April 1 Comedian Michael Yo to perform at The Den Theatre
***Friday, March 31 Chicago Architecture Center’s River Cruises return
***Friday, March 31 Adler Planetarium hosts Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side of the Moon”
***Friday, March 31 New Field Museum exhibition explores rise of power in ancient Europe
***Friday, March 31 The top concerts coming to the United Center in 2023
Farmers market season starts as early as April in Chicago. | Courtesy of Shelly Bychowski Shots
April
Saturday, April 1 - Sunday, April 30 April reigns with showers of fine theater and music
Saturday, April 1 - Sunday, April 9 The ultimate guide to Easter in Chicago
***Saturday, April 1 Green City Farmers’ Markets to open on April 1 for 24th season
Saturday, April 1 Giordano Dance Chicago captured hearts at exhilarating 60th anniversary celebration
Sunday, April 2 - Monday, April 3 Music of the Baroque to present “The St. Matthew Passion” to herald Holy Week
Wednesday, April 5 - Sunday, April 16 The Chicago premiere of ‘A Soldier’s Play’ opens for limited run
Thursday, April 6 - Sunday, April 9 Where to watch the 2023 Masters Tournament in Chicago
Friday, April 7 - Sunday, May 14 Dinner With A View: Dining under the stars in Pioneer Court
Saturday, April 8 Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan to host wrestling matches for charity
Tuesday, April 11 - Sunday, April 23 Alanis Morrissette’s music comes to life in 'Jagged Little Pill
Tuesday, April 11 American Writers Museum to host “Get (Green) Lit” golf-themed event
***Thursday, April 13 Chicago Humanities Festival announces spring line up
Thursday, April 13 Vernissage, EXPO CHICAGO’S opening night benefit for MCA
Friday, April 14 Art on THE MART celebrates Black joy with artist Derrick Adams
Friday, April 14 Art on THE MART celebrates Black joy with artist Derrick Adams
Friday, April 14 - Sunday, April 16 Navy Pier to host 10th anniversary of EXPO CHICAGO
Wednesday, April 19 - Sunday, April 30 Opening night of Joffrey Ballet's 'The Little Mermaid': Artistry under the sea
Saturday, April 22 - Sunday, April 23 The Reunion: An interactive ‘Office’ fan convention at Navy Pier
***Saturday, April 22 Pixar Putt will return to Navy Pier
***Saturday, April 22 7 Exciting business expos coming to Chicago in 2023
Saturday, April 22 Rum Fest brings island breezes to Chicago
Tuesday, April 25 NASCAR, giving back to Chicago for All Kids Bike program, Opening night of Joffrey Ballet's 'The Little Mermaid': Artistry under the sea
Wednesday, April 26 Chicago Chefs Cook for Ina’s 80th Birthday Bash
***Thursday, April 27 State of Sound: One-of-a-kind exhibit celebrating Illinois’ music greats comes to Navy Pier
Thursday, April 27 Chicago on Tap raises money for Meals on Wheels
Friday, April 28 PAWS Chicago's 'Animal Magnetism' breeds puppy love
Friday, April 28 - Sunday,April 30 Find handmade gifts at the One of a Kind Show, One of a Kind Spring Show kicks off spring gift-shopping in Chicago
April showers bring May flowers to Chicago's Magnificent Mile. | Courtesy of David Harmantas
May
Monday, May 1 - Wednesday, May 31 May blossoms with bouquets of music and theater
***Wednesday, May 3 - Thursday, May 4 7 Exciting business expos coming to Chicago in 2023
Wednesday, May 3 - Sunday, May 7 Flowers and Fashion: Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE coming to 900 North Michigan Shops
***Thursday, May 4 Wizard-inspired bar and restaurant experience coming to Wicker Park
Thursday, May 4 - Tuesday, May 9 Chicago Symphony Orchestra performs concert of four Vivaldi treasures
Friday, May 5 Historian Dilla and Chicago Symphony Orchestra co-host "Downtown Sounds" school concerts
Saturday, May 6 Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera performs annual 'Rising Stars in Concert', Support Navy Pier with the Lakefront Loop 5K
Saturday, May 6 - Saturday, June 4 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens to benefit Infant Welfare Society
***Saturday, May 6 Soldier Field's 2023 Summer Concert Lineup, Ravinia Festival announces top fundraising events for 2023
Sunday, May 7 - Friday, May 12 Music of the Baroque presents “Circles of Friends”
Wednesday, May 10 Spend an evening with Tom Hanks and Peter Sagal
***Wednesday, May 10 The Golden Girls Kitchen pop-up comes to Chicago
Thursday, May 11 - Saturday, May 13 Lyric Opera to host its 2023 Wine Auction after 5-year hiatus, Lyric Opera’s 2023 Wine Auction: Committee chairs share exclusive details, Lyric Opera’s 2023 Wine Auction dazzles Chicago, attracts global attention
Thursday, May 11 - Sunday, October 29 Chicago City Markets return this May with fresh food and more
Friday, May 12 - Sunday, September 30 Beyond Antiquity opens at the National Hellenic Museum
Friday, May 12 - Sunday, May 14 Kick off summer festivals this May with Lincoln Park’s Mayfest
Sunday, May 14 The ultimate guide to celebrate Mother’s Day in Chicago
Tuesday, May 16 - Friday, May 26 New installation at Navy Pier pays homage to Transformers films
Wednesday, May 17 Designs for Dignity’ gala will raise funds to transform nonprofit spaces and 'life the human spirit', Luxury karaoke lounge King Karaoke opens in Chinatown
Friday, May 19 Disco fever at The Mag Mile Association gala, Renowned music artist HXLT speaks on acceptance for CreativeMornings Chicago
Saturday, May 20 - Sunday, May 21 Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s first-ever live comedy tour is selling out fast
Tuesday, May 23 - Friday, May 26 Sweets and Snacks Expo brings new snack food trends to Chicago
Wednesday, May 24 Friends of the Chicago Harbor Lighthouse to host presentation on restoration efforts, NASCAR Chicago and SailGP challenge kicks off racing season
Thursday, May 25 Movies in the skyline: Rooftop Cinema comes to Fulton Market, Uniting Voices performs largest concert with 3,000 students at Millennium Park
Friday, May 26 Art and nature collide at Morton Arboretum in new exhibition
Saturday, May 27 Chicago to honor fallen soldiers with annual Memorial Day Parade and Wreath Laying Ceremony
Saturday, May 27 - Sunday, May 28 Popular Randolph Street Market celebrates 20th anniversary
Saturday, May 27 - Sunday, June 18 Touring inflatable festival Bounce the Mall pops up in Aurora this summer
***Sunday, May 28 Maxwell Street Market returns this May
Wednesday, May 31 A Celebration of Chicago Style: Runway fashion at its finest
Summer in Chicago means festivals and concerts at Millennium Park and Grant Park. | Courtesy of CK Foto
June
Thursday, June 1 -Sunday, June 4 Cirque du Soleil's 'Corteo,' a joyous homage to the circus arts, coming to Chicago
Monday, June 5 Barbie Pop Up Cafe coming to Chicago this June, ***Malibu Barbie Cafe popup opens in Chicago through September
Wednesday, June 7 - Sunday, June 25 West Side Story takes off at the Lyric Opera House
Thursday, June 8 Chicago Gateway Green's 'Gaming for Green' poker tournament helps beautify Chicago, Gateway Green raises money for the beautification of Chicago
Thursday, June 8 - June 12 Chicago Chefs Cook presents ‘The Emilia-Romagna Dinner Series’
Thursday, June 8 - Saturday, July 8 Firebird dance pop-up returns to Chicago Parks this June
***Friday, June 10 Your events guide to Pride Month in Chicago
Friday, June 10 Chaka Khan fires up the MCA ArtEdge gala
***Friday, June 10 - Saturday, June 11 Check out Amdur Productions’ 20 great art festivals for 2023
***Tuesday, June 13 Renting a boat in Chicago made easy
Tuesday, June 13 - Sunday, July 23 'The Who's Tommy' coming to Goodman Theatre
Tuesday, June 13 - Thursday, June 15 Retail Innovation Conference brings immersive shopping experience to Chicago
Friday, June 16 - Saturday, June 17 SailGP Races Across Lake Michigan
***Saturday, June 17 2023 Ravinia Festival Lineup Announced
Saturday, June 17 -Sunday,June 18 Clipse reunites for 50th anniversary of hip hop at Hyde Park Summer Fest, The “Granddaddy of American Art Festivals”, the Gold Coast Art Fair returns
Sunday, June 18 Soho House Chicago opens new public Mexican restaurant Čálli, Places to celebrate with Dad this Father’s Day
Monday, June 19 A history of Juneteenth and how Chicago will celebrate
Tuesday, June 20 - Saturday, July 2 Being Seen opens at The Den Theater
Wednesday, June 21 Top 10 Outdoor patios for summer fun
Thursday, June 22 SOAR honors ‘an architect for the ages,’ Lucien Lagrange
***Friday, June 23 Top bands light up Northerly Island for summer concert season
Friday, June 23 Sir Real: A ‘fantastical’ bash hosted by The Joffrey Ballet
Monday, June 26 'The Who's Tommy' opens at Goodman Theatre with extended run
***Tuesday, June 27 Celebrate NASCAR weekend with these family-friendly events
July
Saturday, July 1 NASCAR's Pit Party: Free to the public in Millennium Park, ***The best places in Chicago to celebrate the Fourth of July, Beer Mile World Classic comes to Chicago
Saturday, July 1 - Sunday, July 2 NASCAR Chicago tickets on sale now, NASCAR Chicago Street Race prevails despite record-breaking downpour
Saturday, July 1 - Monday, July 31 July brings sizzling choices of music and theater
***Friday, July 7 SpongeBob the Musical: A Seaworthy Show at the Chopin Theatre
***Tuesday, July 11 Buddy Holly rocks the stage at the Marriott Theatre
Thursday, July 13 - Sunday, July 16 Booze, tunes, BBQ: country music fest Windy City Smokeout tickets going fast, Beer, music, and BBQ: Windy City Smokeout 10th anniversary
Saturday, July 15 Chicagoland car dealerships fire up grills to support the troops
Friday, July 21 Beer loves nature: Horner Brew Fest returns
Friday, July 21 - Sunday, July 23 Pitchfork reveals 2023 festival lineup
Saturday, July 22 ReinventAbility's DisFest art exhibit celebrates Disability Pride Month
***Saturday, July 22 - Sunday, July 23 4 exciting expos coming to McCormick Place
***Tuesday, July 25 Nights under the big screen: 7 outdoor movies in Chicago
Tuesday, July 25 Diego opens in West Town with Baja inspired street food
Thursday, July 27 PAWS Chicago set to host Beach Party 2023 at Offshore
Friday, July 28 - Sunday, July 30 Wicker Park Fest returns to Milwaukee Avenue this July
Saturday, July 29 Adler Planetarium's new exhibit features one of oldest known telescopes
Saturday, July 29 - Sunday, July 30 Chicago’s 10th annual Food Truck Festival rescheduled, Randolph Street Market celebrates 20 Years of vintage delights and community spirit
August
***Tuesday, August 1 - Thursday, August 31 August sails in with cool offerings of music and theater, The Forge: Lemont Quarries offers thrilling family fun
Thursday, August 3 - Sunday, August 6 Lollapalooza 2023 lineup rocks with over 150 musical acts
Friday, August 4 - Sunday, August 6 Jeff Fest is back this August to rock Jefferson Park
Monday, August 7 Day on the Terrace: The Service Club of Chicago presents a fashionable fundraiser, Service Club of Chicago's fashionable fundraiser ends on a patriotic note
Monday, August 7 - Saturday, August 12 Titan Walls Mural Festival brings globally renowned street art to Chicago
***Wednesday, August 9 Cup of tea? The Langham Chicago hosts Paddington Bear-inspired tea time
Wednesday, August 9 Friday Morning Swim Club: Chicago’s sunrise swimmers and their Friday wave ritual
Thursday, August 10 Duck, duck, race! Chicago’s annual Ducky Derby makes a big splash
Saturday, August 12 Bud Billiken Parade 2023: Celebrating 94 years with Grand Marshal J. Ivy
Saturday, August 12 - Sunday, August 13 Printer's Row Art Fest celebrates 5th year in South Loop
Wednesday, August 16 Chance the Rapper celebrates collab with WNDR Museum at blow-out opening party
Wednesday, August 16 - Sunday, August 20 Musical Theater Works presents its 150th production of The Producers: A Mel Brooks Musical
Thursday, August 17Richard Marx makes his Auditorium Theatre debut, Le Dîner en Blanc returns to Chicago's Merchandise Mart after 3 year hiatus
Thursday, August 17 - Sunday, August 20PGA Tour's BMW Championship paves way for rival LIV Golf in Chicago
Saturday, August 19Inspiring 'Dance for Life' fundraiser will support Chicago's dance community, Dribble, dunk, defense: Chicago Bulls’ Bulls Fest comes back for its second year
Saturday, August 19 - Sunday, August 20 Claws and Stripes: The Great American Lobster Fest returns to Navy Pier
Thursday, August 24 Parker Hospitality unveils culinary treasures in the West Loop
Friday, August 25 - Sunday, August 27 Taste of Greektown festival returns to Chicago for its 33rd year
Saturday, August 26 Dog’s day out in Chicago: Places to celebrate National Dog Day with your pup
Saturday, August 26 - Sunday August 27 Swim, cycle, sprint: Chicago gears up for Lifetime Triathlon
Wednesday, August 30 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame honors Chicago native Mike Krzyzewski
***Thursday, August 31Chicago announces lineup for Marquee Fall Music Festivals
Don't sleep on autumn in Chicago, where the fall foliage makes a stunning backdrop for outdoor activities. | Courtesy of Nejdet Duzen
September
Friday, September 1 - Saturday, September 30September sizzles with savory music and theater
Friday, September 1 - Monday, September 4Make the most of Labor Day weekend with these Chicago attractions
***Friday, September 1Bears, beers, and cheers: Top places to watch football in Chicago
Sunday, September 3Lake Shore Drive takeover: Fifth Third’s Bike the Drive fundraiser
***Tuesday, September 5Restaurant Passport Program launches in Chicago Northwest Community to encourage visitors
Wednesday, September 6Ukrainian-founded Russian Tea Time celebrates 30 years on the Magnificent Mile
Thursday, September 7104 year-old Chicagoan Dorothy Hoffner set to break skydiving world record
Friday, September 8 - Sunday, September 10Taste of Chicago returns to Grant Park this September
Saturday, September 9Diana Ross will headline UChicago / Ingalls 50th anniversary gala
***Wednesday, September 13Hamilton returning to Chicago
Friday, September 15 - Sunday, September 17Riot Fest returns this September with Foo Fighters, The Cure, and more, Opa! Gold Coast Greek Fest returns to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Saturday, September 16 - Sunday, September 17Oktoberfest comes to Chicago this fall with The Haymarket Center’s Bavarian Block Party
Sunday, September 17Music of the Baroque to present Mozart’s Requiem for season opener
Thursday, September 21 - Sunday, September 24Chicago Gourmet: Everything you need to know for 2023
Thursday, September 21Lincoln Park Uncorked: Annual neighborhood wine stroll returns this fall
Friday, September 22The Chicago Lighthouse's FLAIR fashion show celebrates a decade on the runway
Saturday, September 23Navy Pier's 'Chicago Live!' lineup to feature Mavis Staples
Thursday, September 28Will you accept this rose? First-ever golden bachelor comes to screens
October
***Thursday, October 12 The Joffrey Ballet announces exciting lineup coming to Lyric Opera House
Friday, October 13 Chicago honors Fine Arts Building with day of recognition and celebration
November
Friday, November 3 - Sunday, Nov. 5 The Greatest Show On Earth’ coming to Chicago with new 360-degree experience
***Friday, November 17 Christkindlmarket announces schedule and locations for 2023
December
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