Happy Monday, Chicago! We might be off to a chilly start to the week, but warm days are ahead (literally, just wait for the weekend)

Last call! Magic Is People wraps up on Wednesday, March 18th, at Chicago Magic Lounge. Award-winning crowd favorite Justin Purcell explores the magical connection between the audience and performer. Enter to win a pair for closing night.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• It’s almost 312 Day which means our city is handing out presents and deals left and right. Bars are pouring specials, restaurants are dropping deals, and we’re stuffing this guide with giveaways that would make even the Bean blush. Check out the guide for 312 Day’s ultimate deals and giveaways.

• Dirty Dancing in Concert is an electrifying live-to-film experience. Relive every moment as the film plays on the big screen with an orchestra performing the unforgettable score. Get your tickets for March 21st now.*

• Microwave Much Love 10 Year Anniversary Tour with Anthony Green, HUNNY, and Into It. Over It. on April 9th at The Salt Shed! Win tickets now.*

• Time is running out to experience three expeditions at EXP Rosemont - from Ancient Egypt to medieval France to 3.5 billion years of life on Earth, visit now through April 5th and witness history like never before. Get tix now!*

• Plus other just announced shows from Al Di Meola, Clara La San, Food House, Tommy Newport, Prosperity Room, DJ Tony Trimm, The Hoyle Brothers, and more!

FREE MUSEUM DAYS

You don’t need a rich uncle to feel cultured. Chicago’s free museum days are back which means world class art, dinosaurs, submarines, and Monet for zero dollars. We rounded up the dates so you can wander somewhere beautiful without touching your bank account. Consider this your sign to romanticize your life.

IN THE FUTURE

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• We’re hiring a Sales Account Executive at Do312. If you love Chicago, and live for live events, we want you. Know someone perfect? Send them our way. Apply now!

• Tune-Up officially opened Saturday and yes it already feels like your new neighborhood spot. The location is a former car tune-up spot that digs into the charm. Go break it in.

• Step inside the story of the Titanic with this immersive experience that puts you on the ship before the iceberg does its thing. Get your tickets now.

• Thousands of orchids, peak color therapy, and a theme that leans full flower power. If winter has you spiraling, this is your reminder that spring exists and it’s extremely pretty. Get groovy at Chicago Botanic Garden.

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