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…

Daley at Thalia Hall w/ Avery Wilson

Thalia Hall 1807 S. Allport St., Chicago, IL, United States

Behind the signature black frames and hair, lies honesty and truth of voice increasingly rare in today's musical landscape – it is for this reason Daley has continued to rise on his journey to becoming budding future-soul prodigy. Revisit our 2014 exclusive interview with Daley here: http://chicagoings.com/daley/

$21

Chicago Auto Show

McCormick Place 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. This year marks the 108th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. The Chicago Auto Show utilizes more than 1 million square feet in the North…

$12

ADLER AFTER DARK: STELLAR SPEAKEASY

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) 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…

17th Annual Chicago’s Best WingFest

Bailey Auditorium 1340 West Washington, Chicago, IL, United States

"Each year around 25 local wing-slinging eateries enter WingFest. Participating establishments may enter their wings of choice in two of the following categories: Mild, Hot, BBQ, and Exotic.  The following were proclaimed winners in 2015, in a double-blind judged competition:  Best Mild Wing: Gators, Best Hot Wing: Output, Best BBQ Wing: Buffalo Wings & Rings,…

$40