Every time I go for a walk along the lake, I never want it to end. Chicago really doesn’t have a bad angle. And I’ve been wondering, what’s your favorite view of the city? Near or far, I love catching a glimmer of the skyline from the tollway or spotting it from the train as I roll around town. There’s just something about the view that never gets old.

Speaking of views, enjoy a close-up experience with this getaway…

JUST ANNOUNCED

• A Summer Kickoff at Lincoln Park Zoo over Memorial Day Weekend. Stop by the free, family-friendly celebration. Nothing says summer like a Ferris Wheel, Fun Slide and seeing animals at the zoo. Check out what else is in store.*

• Metal legends Sepultura bring their final North American tour to Chicago for one last night this Friday at Ramova Theatre. Celebrate decades of heavy riffs and metal tracks as the band says goodbye with an explosive live show. Win your way in.*

• The West Loop Community Organization presents your Taste Of Randolph™ 2026 lineup. Ranging from Chicago favs to national headliners with Gene Farris, The Happy Fits, and more! The free fest is back June 19th-21st. See the full lineup.*

• Y2Kiki, a Y2K-themed celebration in support of Center on Halsted! Join us for music, dancing, drag shows, and a raffle, all in support of the Midwest's largest LGBTQ+ community center. Snag tix for the event.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Niall Horan, Journey, Le Sserafim, WWE Monday Night Raw, Monster Jam, Tove Lo, The Revivalists, The Dresden Dolls, Movements, All Time Low, Djo, Blue October, Everything Everything, and more!

ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER (AAPI) HERITAGE MONTH EVENTS

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with concerts, food festivals, markets, performances, film screenings, and more across Chicago throughout the month. Check out our guide to the best events honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander culture around the city.

• TUE 05.12 - WHITE SOX AAPI NIGHT at RATE FIELD

• THU 05.14 - SUSHI ROLLING WORKSHOP at TROGO KITCHEN AND MARKET

• FRI 05.15 - ALREADY HOME: AN AAPI MARKET at VJOSA CAFE & EVENTS

• SAT 05.16 - MATCHAFEST at SEATGEEK STADIUM

• SAT 05.30 - BOBBY LEE at THE CHICAGO THEATRE

IN THE FUTURE

LOCALS ONLY

• We rounded up Chicago’s Best Asian Restaurants serving everything from hand-pulled noodles and sushi to Korean BBQ, dim sum, and more. Dig into our favorite spots across the city.

• Shore Club officially reopens on Saturday, just in time for lakefront season. Make your plans!

• History in the making - 2 baby eagles were born within city limits for the first time in a century. The Chicago Park District is hosting a naming contest. Submit your name ideas here.

• Fulton Market Design Days returns June 8th-10th to showcase the interior design industry. Check it out!

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