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The Chicago Vendor Market

Sat, May 16 at 9am · Chicago

AM KOLLABZ PRESENTS: THE PLAYLIST

Fri at 7pm · Chicago

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The Chicago Book Club

Wed, Apr 29 at 6pm · Chicago

Skywaves Open Aux

Wed, Apr 29 at 5pm · Chicago

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Spring Social Market

Sat, Apr 25 at 12pm · Chicago

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World Record Hang Out

Sun, May 17 at 6:30pm · Chicago

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The Looksmaxxing Pageant

Sat at 1pm · Chicago

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Chicago Vintage Festival

May 2nd to May 3rd · Chicago

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vinyl + cinema

Today at 7pm · Chicago

We’re screening Atlantique, a film that moves through love, absence, and the spaces in between. Presented with Black Film Club Collective, this evening pairs cinema with vinyl and quiet conversation. This installment of vinyl + cinema is hosted by Danielle Scruggs of Black Women Directors. Come early, stay late. April 15, 2026 Doors at 7p

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DJ Moonlanding

Today at 9pm · Chicago

DJ Moonlanding will be joining us down in Punch House in the basement of Thalia Hall on April 15th spinning Trip Hop, Indie Dance, R&B, Alternative Electronic, Deep House, and UK Garage. 9PM-1AM. No cover — just head downstairs.

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The Mill: Open Mic & Variety Show

Tomorrow at 6:30pm · Chicago

⭐️THE APRIL SHOW ⭐️ 🌀Please join us for The Mill, a monthly variety show & open mic that happens on the third Thursday of every month raising money for charity. The night begins with five featured performers and then afterwards an all-genres open mic. This month, our show includes 🐠 Fish puppetry by Jacky Kelsy 👯‍♀️ Dance preformance by Izzy Wolf 🎶 R&B by Dariel 📓 Poetry by Teanna Ann 🪉 Harp preformance by Yomi This month, we are fundraising for Chicago Community Jail Support. Most people are released from Cook County Jail with essentially nothing but the clothes they were arrested in. What would you do if you found yourself on the street without a phone, money, or any of your belongings? How would you get home? How would you contact a loved one? 🩵 We are Millstone (@christie.vbati & Noah Zanella), a micro-micro press that publishes Millstone, a bi-annual print literary & arts journal and hosts THE MILL! For performer submission calls, follow us @millstone.mag

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Learn Acrylic Landscape Painting

Tomorrow at 7pm · Chicago

Paint your own Chicago landscape! No experience needed, all materials included. Apr 16, 7-9 PM at AponteArt. Learn how to paint your own Chicago-inspired landscape. Join us for a guided acrylic painting class where you'll create a beautiful piece to take home—no experience needed. Come unwind, get creative, and enjoy a fun, relaxed evening. 🎨All materials included: canvas, easel, brushes & paint. 🥨Light snacks included in your ticket. 🍷BYOB drinks ✨ We recommend arriving at 6pm to explore the current exhibition Utopias: The Landscape, get inspired by the work on view, mingle with others in the class, and enjoy drinks and snacks before we begin painting. Spots are limited-reserve yours now!

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Street Soul with Kosmo

Tomorrow at 9pm · Chicago

Kosmo is coming back to Punch House in the basement of Thalia Hall with Street Soul on Thursday, April 16th. Kick back and dance to vintage chill vibes, R&B, neo-soul, hip hop, slow jams, and more. 9PM - 1AM. No cover — just head downstairs.

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Matcha & Mingle Mixer

Fri at 6pm · Chicago

Join us on 4/17 from 6-8:30pm at Haibayo for a MATCHA AND MINGLE MIXER PART 3!!! 💃 🕺 Haibayo will be featuring a SPECIAL spring themed matcha and mocktail that will only be available during the time of this event 🌷🍵 82 Kimbap & Uyuhaus will pop-up along with kimbap and matcha ice cream available for purchase with beats by @LTNCHI 🎧🍙🍨 Qideas will also stay open late so you can browse/shop while you mingle and we will have an assortment of board games & a mahjong table out 🌸🌱🀄️ If you’re single, don’t forget to grab a sticker on the way in to indicate your status as you mingle 😉 👀 I will also be doing free mini henna designs while supplies last 🪷🧿 Free to enter / only up to 50 people are allowed inside at a time, RSVP does not guarantee entry. Can’t wait to see you there! 🥳 🫵

Nostalgia Nights: Disney Channel Edition

Fri at 7pm · Chicago

An iconic night celebrating the 00s nostalgia we crave. Disney Channel star bops, themed cocktails, glam station and more. Dress like your favorite Disney Channel star! First come, first serve. 21+ event

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AM KOLLABZ PRESENTS: THE PLAYLIST

Fri at 7pm · Chicago

Come and enjoy your evening singing along to a NEW AGED R&B PLAYLIST curated by YOU the audience. Music By: Drake, Giveon, Brent Faiyaz, Summer Walker, SZA, Jhené Aiko, Tink, and MORE! Enjoy live poetry performances paired with talented musicians who bring mastery to their instruments @9:30PM. Wine and food will also be available for purchase throughout your experience, with ample table and standing room to make your time with us all that more enjoyable. The 1st 50 People get in free by 8:30pm We can't wait to have you!

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Move in Tranzit 005

Fri at 9pm · Chicago

MOVE IN TRANZIT 005 🔴🔵 Spring time is upon us, and so is another edition of Tranzit - featuring Chicago based Colombian Vinyl DJ D-Bars spinning some wax for us along with resident Marc Anthony for our first party in a new, intimate space. STOPS 🚏 🔴 9 PM-11:30 PM Marc Anthony (@marcanthonyaubin) 🔵 11:30 PM - 2AM D-Bars (@balcaliciousbubblegum) 9PM-2AM 1601 W Grand Ave $5 House, techno, and adjacent all night long. Motion becomes rhythm, sound becomes community. #MoveInTranzit 🔴🔵

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The Looksmaxxing Pageant

Sat at 1pm · Chicago

WELCOME ALL to the LOOKSMAXXING PAGEANT witness these dudemaxxed fellows in a glorious spectacle of pageantry! find us in the middle of lincoln park, congregating around the statue of abraham lincoln - the ultimate Chad. courageous chadmaxxed audience members are invited to participate in our red carpet affairs!

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Bachelor Auction: Dragons Down Under

Sat at 6pm · Chicago

Join us Saturday, April 18 for the Bachelor Auction: Dragons Down Under for the opportunity to bid on some hot ruggers and their incredible (prize) packages. And it wouldn't be a Dragons takeover of Sidetrack without some fabulous drag numbers from our Miss Ruck & Maul winners of past and present. All of your support goes directly to the Dragons and our journey to take home hardware from Australia!

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Cattle Eyes @ Solidarity Studios

Sat at 7pm · Chicago

Cattle Eyes, Olive Avenue, and Sunflower Summit are hitting the stage Saturday April 18th at Solidarity Studios! Come out for a Saturday night full of local music and celebrate spring with us! Set order: Olive Avenue ~7:30 Sunflower Summit ~8:15 Cattle Eyes ~9:00

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Matcha & Mingle Mixer

Fri at 6pm · Chicago

Join us on 4/17 from 6-8:30pm at Haibayo for a MATCHA AND MINGLE MIXER PART 3!!! 💃 🕺 Haibayo will be featuring a SPECIAL spring themed matcha and mocktail that will only be available during the time of this event 🌷🍵 82 Kimbap & Uyuhaus will pop-up along with kimbap and matcha ice cream available for purchase with beats by @LTNCHI 🎧🍙🍨 Qideas will also stay open late so you can browse/shop while you mingle and we will have an assortment of board games & a mahjong table out 🌸🌱🀄️ If you’re single, don’t forget to grab a sticker on the way in to indicate your status as you mingle 😉 👀 I will also be doing free mini henna designs while supplies last 🪷🧿 Free to enter / only up to 50 people are allowed inside at a time, RSVP does not guarantee entry. Can’t wait to see you there! 🥳 🫵

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Teahouse Tales x HAIBAYO : AAPI Book Swap

Sun at 10:30am · Chicago

looking for a new book? looking to get rid of some old books? come to my book club on april 19th from 10:30-12:30 @hai_bayo for a book swap! bring a book to swap, and find a new book to take home, and buy a drink!! come chat, read with us, and hang out in our favorite cafe 📚 share this post, invite your friends, and support local businesses ☕️ i’m so excited to see you all there✨ *books by asian authors are heavily encouraged* #chicago #chicagobookclub #chicagobookstagram #chicagoevent #chicagoevents

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Guest In West: All Well x MONEYGUN

Tue at 8pm · Chicago

We’re excited to announce our next Guest In West with our friends from All Well. All Well is a new neighborhood bar and restaurant from Larry Feldmeier and Noah Sandoval in collaboration with 16” On Center. Bar director Maxx Kleiner will be behind the bar, stirring up some cocktails showcasing what you can expect from All Well. Tuesday, 4/21 at 8pm.

The Chicago Vendor Market

Sat, May 16 at 9am · Chicago

Welcome to The Chicago Vendor Market at A&N Mortgage! Join us at The She Shed for a day filled with shopping, food, and fun. Discover unique items from local vendors and artisans. Whether you're looking for handmade crafts, vintage treasures, coffee or delicious treats, need a fresh blowout, or want a permanent, you'll find it all here. Don't miss out on this exciting event where you can support small businesses and enjoy a day out with friends and famil & be on the lookout for a giveaway during out market! See you there! *All vendors accept cash & virtual payment *There is a free parking lot *There will be a live DJ! *RSVP is required in order to attend - we will be scanning tickets at arrival *Anyone who comes will have the opportunity to enter an amazing giveaway featuring products from our vendors!

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Bingo Night: Benefitting We Rock! Chicago

Next Sun at 5pm · Chicago

Our next Bingo Night is SUNDAY, APRIL 26TH at 5PM benefitting We Rock! Chicago who is a non-profit empowering youth through music! 🎸 We’ll have lots of great prizes from local businesses for you to win. The more sheets you buy, the more chances to win and the more money raised. Last month, we were able to raise $455 for the Ace Foundation of Kansas!

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Cattle Eyes @ Solidarity Studios

Sat at 7pm · Chicago

Cattle Eyes, Olive Avenue, and Sunflower Summit are hitting the stage Saturday April 18th at Solidarity Studios! Come out for a Saturday night full of local music and celebrate spring with us! Set order: Olive Avenue ~7:30 Sunflower Summit ~8:15 Cattle Eyes ~9:00

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The Garden Chi Earth Day Clean Up/Concert

Next Wed at 6pm · Chicago

We are partnering with New Horizons Garden on Earth Day to do some garden work, trash clean up, and a concert with some of our local artists outside! Bring gloves if you have them, water, and appropriate clothing for the weather. Big S/O to Honey Pot Performance and First Church of the Brethren!

The Wild Honey Pie Little Pizza Party with Kara Jackson

Sat, Apr 25 at 7pm · Chicago

Join us for The Wild Honey Pie Little Pizza Party with a special 4-song mini performance and live session with Kara Jackson, and endless yummy slices from Paulie Gee's. Driven by Rivian Make sure you sign up for +1 if you want to bring a friend 💛 Guarantee your tickets, hang with Kara Jackson, and get yourself a pair of Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 headphones ($350 value) by entering our charity auction for The Nature Conservancy: https://www.32auctions.com/TWHPRivianKaraJackson Supported by Partiful, Open Water, Manufactur, Tip Top Proper Cocktails, and Shure. Suggested donation for The Nature Conservancy and their mission to create a world where people and nature can thrive. Paulie Gee's Pizza and drinks on us while supplies last, because we love you. Art by Terri Kasuba

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Chicago Vintage Festival

May 2nd to May 3rd · Chicago

Chicago Vintage Fest is taking over Honore & Milwaukee for a full weekend of vintage, music, and community. 🗓 May 2 & 3 ⏰ 12–6PM 📍 Honore & Milwaukee Vintage & handmade vendors, curated racks, DJs, food and the kind of finds you don’t come across twice. Pull up early, bring your friends, and plan to stay awhile.

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The Mill: Open Mic & Variety Show

Tomorrow at 6:30pm · Chicago

⭐️THE APRIL SHOW ⭐️ 🌀Please join us for The Mill, a monthly variety show & open mic that happens on the third Thursday of every month raising money for charity. The night begins with five featured performers and then afterwards an all-genres open mic. This month, our show includes 🐠 Fish puppetry by Jacky Kelsy 👯‍♀️ Dance preformance by Izzy Wolf 🎶 R&B by Dariel 📓 Poetry by Teanna Ann 🪉 Harp preformance by Yomi This month, we are fundraising for Chicago Community Jail Support. Most people are released from Cook County Jail with essentially nothing but the clothes they were arrested in. What would you do if you found yourself on the street without a phone, money, or any of your belongings? How would you get home? How would you contact a loved one? 🩵 We are Millstone (@christie.vbati & Noah Zanella), a micro-micro press that publishes Millstone, a bi-annual print literary & arts journal and hosts THE MILL! For performer submission calls, follow us @millstone.mag

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Street Soul with Kosmo

Tomorrow at 9pm · Chicago

Kosmo is coming back to Punch House in the basement of Thalia Hall with Street Soul on Thursday, April 16th. Kick back and dance to vintage chill vibes, R&B, neo-soul, hip hop, slow jams, and more. 9PM - 1AM. No cover — just head downstairs.

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Girls Getting Haircuts to Feel Better

Fri, May 22 at 6pm · Chicago

Join us for the opening of "Girls Getting Haircuts to Feel Better" a solo show by Chicago artist, illustrator, and ceramicist Molly Anne Bishop.

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When Friends Come Together: Year 2

Sun, May 17 at 2pm · Chicago

We're back for year 2. It's simple. The best memories are made with good people, good food, and great music. Join us for an afternoon of dancing, coffee, cocktails, and friends. Come hang with us for the day—DJ going the whole time, good vibes guaranteed. See you on the dance floor. The deets: 📍 Beatnik West Town 🍽️ Food, Coffee & Drinks Available 🎵 B2B Lost x Jason Loebig 👥 Hosted by Ryan in the City, Eamon & Friends Bring a +1 or 10, we don't mind. :)

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Run N Rave

Sat, May 16 at 9am · Chicago

Meet us for the Run: 9am @ Castaways-North Avenue Beach Stay for the Rave: 10am-1pm @ Foxtrot (1562 N Wells St). Sounds by: Abby, IV, Sower Follow us on IG for more updates and events: @runwchristchi @sowermusica

Nostalgia Nights: Disney Channel Edition

Fri at 7pm · Chicago

An iconic night celebrating the 00s nostalgia we crave. Disney Channel star bops, themed cocktails, glam station and more. Dress like your favorite Disney Channel star! First come, first serve. 21+ event

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Learn Acrylic Landscape Painting

Tomorrow at 7pm · Chicago

Paint your own Chicago landscape! No experience needed, all materials included. Apr 16, 7-9 PM at AponteArt. Learn how to paint your own Chicago-inspired landscape. Join us for a guided acrylic painting class where you'll create a beautiful piece to take home—no experience needed. Come unwind, get creative, and enjoy a fun, relaxed evening. 🎨All materials included: canvas, easel, brushes & paint. 🥨Light snacks included in your ticket. 🍷BYOB drinks ✨ We recommend arriving at 6pm to explore the current exhibition Utopias: The Landscape, get inspired by the work on view, mingle with others in the class, and enjoy drinks and snacks before we begin painting. Spots are limited-reserve yours now!

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Friday Fun - B-Boy and Pickup Soccer Tournament

Fri, May 1 at 6pm · Chicago

Friday Fun is at Sofive Chitown this month! On one side, we've got a pickup soccer tournament (age 16+) with a $500 cash prize for the winning team. On the other side, a 1-on-1 B-Boy + B-Girl tournament, with $500 to the winner. At halftime, come to the middle for a special performance from San Diego's The Neighborhood Kids! There will also be an open field for all ages to run and kick a soccer ball around. Free food and drinks while they last - if you have no soccer or breakdancing skills, come hang and have some fun! This event is supported by Good Chaos.

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THE LAST WORD

Fri, Apr 24 at 7pm · Chicago

The Last Word is the ONLY craft cocktail progression paired with a screenplay. Experience a high action comedy script complete with lights, sound, music, and other fun surprises throughout the night - including 4 cocktails crafted specifically for each act of the show! It’s a night you won’t want to miss. STORY: Chartreuse is a real-life liquor that sells millions of bottles every year, but only two people in the world know how to make it. When Mike finds one of those people dying in the woods and is given the only known copy of the liquor's formula to exist, he has to decide if he can return it to the monastery that keeps it safe or die trying. We can promise you won’t get any cheaper cocktails than these on a Friday night in Chicago! STARRING: Declan Grogan James Cullinane Rachel Thomas Claire Glennon Liam Mahon Avi Duhan Maeve Kiely LeFevour Can’t make it? We do this every month! Follow @thelastword.show on all platforms for more :)

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Architects of Memory: A Poetry Workshop/ Open Mic

Sun at 1:30pm · Chicago

Join The Artistic Escape for a poetry workshop celebrating the legacy and influence of Black poets. Participants will engage with archival sources, such as magazines and other media, as inspiration for writing original poetry exploring memory, culture, and storytelling. No prior writing experience is required. The workshop will conclude with an optional open mic, where participants may share their work in a supportive, community-centered space. Participants are welcome to attend the workshop, the open mic, or both, and may bring their own sources of inspiration if they wish.

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World Record Hang Out

Sun, May 17 at 6:30pm · Chicago

50 Shows, 50 States, 30 Days In May 2026, you can see an indie star, a small car and a dream never dreamt before, racing across the american skyline. In celebration of the beautiful DIY fabric that eternally weaves the United States, Freeze will be performing his acoustic songs in every state, proving that even in divisive times, commonality can be found through art and community. His music is inspired by the 1960, while his shows are known to be both unhinged and heartfelt. Come enjoy a short set, as he sprints across the country! This will be state #23 At Ramova Theatre in Chicago W/ The Lovelorn, The Knockaround, AB Lag Come see Freeze perform as he races across the USA!

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High in Garden

Mon at 6pm · Chicago

Come to the cutest plant shop & gift shop De Dualle for a 420 chill time with Food by Cravin’s Kitchen Sweets by De La Gateau Cheesecakes In-house drinks Tattoo by @onebatlied Music by DJ Doru 21+ 🌈🦄 FREE event, come hang!

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AM KOLLABZ PRESENTS: THE PLAYLIST

Fri at 7pm · Chicago

Come and enjoy your evening singing along to a NEW AGED R&B PLAYLIST curated by YOU the audience. Music By: Drake, Giveon, Brent Faiyaz, Summer Walker, SZA, Jhené Aiko, Tink, and MORE! Enjoy live poetry performances paired with talented musicians who bring mastery to their instruments @9:30PM. Wine and food will also be available for purchase throughout your experience, with ample table and standing room to make your time with us all that more enjoyable. The 1st 50 People get in free by 8:30pm We can't wait to have you!

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The Looksmaxxing Pageant

Sat at 1pm · Chicago

WELCOME ALL to the LOOKSMAXXING PAGEANT witness these dudemaxxed fellows in a glorious spectacle of pageantry! find us in the middle of lincoln park, congregating around the statue of abraham lincoln - the ultimate Chad. courageous chadmaxxed audience members are invited to participate in our red carpet affairs!

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vinyl + cinema

Today at 7pm · Chicago

We’re screening Atlantique, a film that moves through love, absence, and the spaces in between. Presented with Black Film Club Collective, this evening pairs cinema with vinyl and quiet conversation. This installment of vinyl + cinema is hosted by Danielle Scruggs of Black Women Directors. Come early, stay late. April 15, 2026 Doors at 7p

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