Joanna Gaden

Food, drinks, music and community flow freely at these Chicago-area festivals and events.
‘Tis the season to take advantage of cozy winter events in and around Chicago with the whole family.
Chicago has plenty to offer fans of Christmas music — and non-holiday music — this season.
This fall, warm up with some live tunes at Chicago-area venues.
As the weather cools down, take advantage of family-friendly fall activities, like pumpkin picking, theater shows and special events in the Chicago area.
Chicago’s impressive list of museums has something for everyone, from the explorers to the art gurus to those looking for a fun and refreshing experience. We’ve compiled a few of our favorites to check out this fall.
There’s no better way to spend summer than with local bites, brews and tunes at festivals across Chicago.
Keep the kiddos busy all summer long with these kid-friendly outings, festivals, tours and more in and around Chicago.