I’m happy to report that last night’s half-birthday adventure was a success! Scuba diving was a crazy experience, and not at all what I expected. I kept telling myself I was exploring a shipwreck, and not a warm pool right by O’Hare. But that’s for next time. Do we have any other scuba fans in the house?

In my honest opinion, this will be equally as exciting. I would go to every show if I could…

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Tash Sultana is making a stop at The Salt Shed on June 20th for their North American tour. After going viral busking on the streets of Melbourne, we’re glad they’re coming back to Chicago. Enter to win tickets!*

• ICYMI, The 19th Annual Silver Room Sound System Block Party is back! The full music line-up drops May 15th! Indoor and outdoor stages, multi-genre performances, and the best DJs in the city. See what’s in store.*

• Art blooms in Northbrook's Village Green Park, May 9th and 10th. Art in the Park combines 85 artists, live music, and tasty treats to help launch a fresh 2026 festival season. Enter to win a $100 Art Fest gift card!*

• Get $25 OFF $100 at Ivy Hall Bucktown and Logan Square with code DOIVYHALL. Valid through Sunday, SHOP NOW. 21+*

• Plus other just announced shows from Olivia Rodrigo, Foster The People, Interpol, Kacey Musgraves, Suki Waterhouse, Liz Phair & Sleater-Kinney, Shaboozey, Logic & G-Eazy, Quinn XCII, WILLIS, Mike Sherm, and more!

BEST ROOFTOPS DURING CHICAGO SUMMER

Rooftops are, hands down, the superior place to enjoy a cocktail during the summer. Whether watching the sunset or enjoying some fresh air with a view, they really never fail to provide the perfect backdrop. Local influencer Pooja Naik agrees and graced us with her top 5 spots. Check them out!

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Have you seen SPINOFF at The Neo-Futurarium yet? With performances through May 16th, this original play reimagines the sitcom Fraiser through The Neo-Futurist lens. Buy or win tickets!*

• Calling all May babies! First, you stay winning having emerald as your birthstone. Second, you should check out our list of Birthday Freebies to make your celebrations sweeter. It’s our gift to you.

• It’s time to get your calendars out and pencil some Free Museum Days into your schedule. Or, you can save this list and refer to it all month long.

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