Helloooo Chicago! The weekend is approaching, and we are feeling refreshed and raring to go. This city is so awesome, don’t let it pass you by. Go to a museum. Check out a local hole-in-the-wall restaurant. Support a small artist. Whatever the case, be sure to get outside and into your community!

SIENNA SPIRO’s March 13th show in Philadelphia is sold out, but we’re giving one winner a way into the room. You can win the trip of a lifetime to see her live in PA, including a pair of VIP tickets, a hotel stay for the night of the show, and a $600 flight credit. Enter to win.*

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• Got plans for when the city goes green? Now you do. Enter to win an all-inclusive VIP package for four to The Ultimate St. Patrick’s Day Experience by You Can’t Drink All Day Events on March 14th. Get lucky.*

• Are you ready for an unhinged night? Machine Girl is coming to The Salt Shed on April 3rd to blend hardcore music and electronic beats for an unforgettable live show. Get your tickets now or enter to win a pair.*

• Ever wanted to party with giraffes? Brookfield Zoo Roaring Nights just dropped their lineup featuring Nelly, Melissa Etheridge, and Blues Traveler. Get tickets now to contribute to the future of animal care and conservation.

• Calling all Party Girls! Queer rapper, producer, and DJ Wreckno is coming to Outset on March 20th, and we have a free pair of tickets that are simply burning a hole in our pocket. Wanna win ‘em?*

• Plus other just announced news from Lollapalooza, Gorillaz, Chicago Pride Parade, Eric Clapton, Maya Hawke, Jeff Rosenstock, KATTDO Harry Styles Pop-Up, The Pharcyde, Here Come the Mummies, Gena, Covet, Underscores, Terror, Dylan Scott, Clara La San, Julio Torres, and more!

CULTURAL COFFEE SHOPS IN CHICAGO

Pandan matcha. Apple cider americano. Horchata latte. It doesn’t get much better than this. Coffee shops around Chicago are fusing flavors from around the world, from Filipino-Indian Sarima Cafe to Palestinian American Nabala Cafe. Here’s the full list of our favorite global coffee shops, right here in our city.

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• North Shore Exchange is bringing the best of their vintage collection to 900’s Vault: A Curated Shopping Affair tomorrow and Saturday. Rare luxury and vintage finds from Chanel, Prada, Gucci, and more will line the halls of the iconic mall. Plus, all the proceeds go to charity. RSVP for free.

• Opa! The Lincoln Park Green Community just announced that Lincoln Park Greek Fest 2026 will be held from June 5th through 7th at the St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Save the date.

• Been wanting to swing by a museum but balling on a budget? We have just the list for you. Here are all the upcoming free admission days at museums around Chicago, from The Adler to The Art Institute. This is the full list.

• Did you miss Belmont Tavern? We did too. The 80-year-old bar just reopened after 25 years, and it’s paying homage to Chicago’s unmatched dive scene. Check out their Instagram.

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