The Wailers @ HOB

House of Blues 329 N Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Aston "Family Man" Barrett has been playing bass for the Wailers since 1969, when an idealistic Bob Marley formed the nucleus of the band. Barrett now tours with a rotating troop of musicians, covering the hits everyone knows and loves. I've seen them three times and I can't wait to hear them again this week in…

$25 – $40

Beyond the Aria

Jay Pritzker Pavilion 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL, United States

The Harris Theater for Music and Dance, in association with Lyric Unlimited, presents the return of Beyond the Aria - the highly acclaimed performance series produced by the Harris Theater which pairs internationally celebrated opera singers of Lyric's main-stage alongside rising stars from The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera…

Free Day at The Field Museum

The Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Basic admission is free today for all Illinois residents at The Field Museum!

Free Day at the Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

On 52 days throughout the year, Illinois residents with a valid ID receive free general admission or discounted upgraded admission to the aquarium. Three options are available on your Illinois Resident Discount Days visit: General admission: Free Available for on-site purchase only Includes Caribbean Reef, Waters of the World and Amazon Rising. Save $8 per…

FREE: Family Day at The Museum of Science and Industry Presented by Black Creativity

The Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Presented by Black Creativity, on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day the museum will be free to all Illinois residents and featured events include Jr. Science Cafés and an Innovation Studio. About Black Creativity: Anchored by the Museum’s nationally recognized Center for the Advancement of Science Education (CASE), Black Creativity reaches more than 25,000 students, their…

ADLER AFTER DARK: FIRST CONTACT

Adler Planetarium 1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

WHAT IS ADLER AFTER DARK? Exclusively for adults 21+, this evening offers you open access, unlimited shows, and unique entertainment every third Thursday of the month from 6:00-10:00 pm. With themes that change every month, Adler After Dark is never the same event twice. Reinvent your Adler experience every month with friends, family, or that…

$20 – $25

Free Day at the Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

On 52 days throughout the year, Illinois residents with a valid ID receive free general admission or discounted upgraded admission to the aquarium. Three options are available on your Illinois Resident Discount Days visit: General admission: Free Available for on-site purchase only Includes Caribbean Reef, Waters of the World and Amazon Rising. Save $8 per…

Free Day at The Field Museum

The Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Basic admission is free for Illinois residents the 23rd and 24th at The Field Museum!

Free Winter Weekdays at the Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicagp, IL, United States

General admission to the Art Institute of Chicago is free for Illinois residents every weekday all day long. (Jan 4th - Feb 11th)

StyleChicago.com’s RESOLUTIONS 2016

Sofitel Chicago Water Tower 20 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL, United States

Join StyleChicago.com in the Grand Ballroom of the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower in the Gold Coast for our 9th annual Resolutions 2016, an evening of cocktails, wine, hors d'oeuvres, mini-spa and beauty services, VIP Goodie Bags and, most importantly, lifestyle experts on-hand to help you improve at least one aspect of your life in 2016.…

$35 – $45

2016 Black Creativity Gala

The Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

2016 Black Creativity Gala Cocktail Reception, West Pavilion, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Raffle tickets sold at $100 per ticket or 3 tickets at $250 during reception and dinner. Museum Exhibitions open during Black Creativity Gala: Black Creativity Juried Art exhibition Innovation Studio Dinner stations open at 8:00 p.m., Raffle Drawing held during dinner. Dessert and…

$350

Free Month at The Field Museum

The Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

February 1st - 29th basic admission is free for Illinois residents all month at The Field Museum. "Illinois residents also have the opportunity to see ticketed exhibitions and 3D films at a special price. Choose a Discovery Pass and see one special exhibition or 3D film, or see it all with an All-Access Pass! Discounted…

Vertigo Sky Lounge presents Fire & Ice: Vertigo on Ice

Vertigo Sky Lounge 2 W. Erie Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Vertigo Sky Lounge, Chicago’s premier hotel rooftop lounge, continues their iconic outdoor winter patio and ice bar launching on Friday, February 5. As the only bar of its kind in the city, dana hotel and spa kicks off the celebration with Vertigo on Ice – the most glamourous Fire & Ice launch party yet. Dubbed…

Chicago Black Restaurant Week

Chicago Black Restaurant Week was designed to create a platform for African American Owned Eateries (in the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs) to be recognized and patronized. There are quite a few hidden gems owned by African Americans, and we would love for you to get to know just who they are! View participating restaurants…

(FREE) North Face Mountain Athletics Training

Millennium Monument Chicago, IL, United States

Join The North Face for Mountain Athletics training specifically geared towards preparing for and achieving any outdoor goal. Be a part of free Mountain Athletics training sessions held every Thursday in Chicago. Each session will be led by two The North Face trainers who will take you through workouts aimed to prepare you to achieve…