Things to do in Chicago

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Paranormal Activity
From $53

Paranormal Activity

The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare on Navy Pier
Revolution(s)
From $30

Revolution(s)

Goodman Theatre - Owen Theatre
Jekyll & Hyde
From $47

Jekyll & Hyde

Chopin Theatre
Drunk Dracula Chicago
From $32

Drunk Dracula Chicago

The Lounge at The Lion Theatre
Ashland Avenue

Ashland Avenue

Goodman Theatre in the Albert
Mr. Wolf
From $41

Mr. Wolf

Downstairs Theater At Steppenwolf Theatre
A Christmas Carol
From $32

A Christmas Carol

Goodman Theatre in the Albert
Amelie

Amelie

Chopin Theatre
Drunk Shakespeare Chicago
From $32

Drunk Shakespeare Chicago

The Lounge at The Lion Theatre
Dennis Watkins' The Magic Parlour
From $40
Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!
From $32

Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!

Studebaker Theater
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Catch Me If You Can

Catch Me If You Can

The Marriott Theatre
Rome Sweet Rome

Rome Sweet Rome

Courtyard Theatre at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
Medea

Medea

Lyric Opera House - Chicago
Annie

Annie

Drury Lane Theatre
The Notebook

The Notebook

CIBC Theatre
Leopoldstadt

Leopoldstadt

Writers Theatre - Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre
Job

Job

Writers Theatre
The Outsiders

The Outsiders

Cadillac Palace Theatre
Downtown Chicago TV & Movie Sites Tour

Downtown Chicago TV & Movie Sites Tour

Roosevelt University Auditorium Building
Cavalleria rusticana & Pagliacci

Cavalleria rusticana & Pagliacci

Lyric Opera House - Chicago
The Enormous Crocodile

The Enormous Crocodile

Studebaker Theater
SIX

SIX

CIBC Theatre
Elf the Musical

Elf the Musical

Auditorium Theatre
Holiday

Holiday

Goodman Theatre's Albert Theatre
Hell’s Kitchen

Hell’s Kitchen

James M. Nederlander Theatre
Two Sisters and a Piano

Two Sisters and a Piano

Writers Theatre - Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre
Jack Frost

Jack Frost

Copley Theatre
Catch as Catch Can

Catch as Catch Can

Downstairs Theater At Steppenwolf Theatre
Topdog / Underdog

Topdog / Underdog

Downstairs Theater At Steppenwolf Theatre
The Book of Mormon

The Book of Mormon

CIBC Theatre
Dear Evan Hansen

Dear Evan Hansen

Paramount Theatre
Sister Act

Sister Act

Drury Lane Theatre
El último sueño de Frida y Diego

El último sueño de Frida y Diego

Lyric Opera House - Chicago
Madama Butterfly

Madama Butterfly

Lyric Opera House - Chicago
SUFFS

SUFFS

CIBC Theatre
Water For Elephants

Water For Elephants

James M. Nederlander Theatre
Christmas Carol

Christmas Carol

Studebaker Theater
This Too Shall Slap

This Too Shall Slap

The Second City - Mainstage (Chicago)
9 to 5

9 to 5

Drury Lane Theatre
Nunsense

Nunsense

Drury Lane Theatre
A Little Night Music

A Little Night Music

The Marriott Theatre
Hamilton

Hamilton

CIBC Theatre
Ride the Cyclone

Ride the Cyclone

Copley Theatre
On Your Feet!

On Your Feet!

Drury Lane Theatre
Merry, Merry Chicago!

Merry, Merry Chicago!

Chicago Symphony Center
Hamlet

Hamlet

Courtyard Theatre at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Prepare to be blown away — not because Chicago is nicknamed the Windy City, but because there is so much to do within it! Long-time Chicagoans and visitors never have difficulty finding things to do in Chicago, with limitless options. From the colorful arts scene to the outdoor recreational activities, people of all lifestyles and hobby preferences can find plenty to see and experience in and around this bustling city.

Many kinds of Chicago events draw people to this city, which is the Midwestern hub for all things cultural, intellectual, and athletic. From prize-winning shows that come to the city via Broadway in Chicago and nightlife cruises on Lake Michigan to foodie night outs that celebrate the city’s culinary talents and al fresco concerts featuring all genres, Chicago plays host to some of the United States’ most engaging events.

That's just a fraction of the Chicago attractions to experience. See animals galore at the Lincoln Park Zoo; take a guided tour of the Rookery Building, one of the most historically significant buildings in Chicago; and enjoy a taping of Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!, the hit NPR show recorded at the legendary Studebaker Theater located right downtown. If you want to experience a certain activity, Chicago has something magical in store for you.

Paranormal Activity
From $53

Paranormal Activity

The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare on Navy Pier
Drunk Dracula Chicago
From $32

Drunk Dracula Chicago

The Lounge at The Lion Theatre
Revolution(s)
From $30

Revolution(s)

Goodman Theatre - Owen Theatre
Mr. Wolf
From $41

Mr. Wolf

Downstairs Theater At Steppenwolf Theatre
Jekyll & Hyde
From $47

Jekyll & Hyde

Chopin Theatre
A Christmas Carol
From $32

A Christmas Carol

Goodman Theatre in the Albert