The sun’s clocking out early. The vibes are just clocking in. We’ve got shows, parties, and giveaways to match the fresh fall mood. Here’s everything coming up you won’t want to miss.

Halloween brunch, but make it drag. The Scream Queens are taking over AceBounce on Saturday for a spooky, sassy, bottomless chaos fest, and we’re giving away two tickets to join the madness. Enter now before they vanish into the fog.*

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• Warm up those pipes, it’s time to sing, scream, and maybe win something spooky. Enter now to win free tickets to Horror Sing-A-Long at Ramova Theatre, where horror classics meet karaoke chaos.*

• Raise a glass, Maple & Ash is celebrating a decade of unforgettable wines! Join them on Saturday for Taste the List, a curated tasting of award-winning bottles and rare gems. Be part of this milestone evening and enter to win free tickets.*

• Wrigleyville’s Halloween Crawl is back and it’s unhinged in all the right ways. Think: drink deals, DJs, dance floors, and enough fake blood to flood the Red Line. Costumes mandatory, dignity optional, and we're giving away free tickets!*

• Experience tattoo art like you've never seen before. The Living Canvas showcases 15 of Chicago’s top tattoo artists in a sophisticated gallery night with live models, music, and raffles for a free tattoo session. Enter to win two tickets.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Katt Williams, Rod Wave, Los Angeles Azules, Savannah Bananas, Pokémon GO Fest, The Last Dinner Party, and more!

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

Seeing your favorite artist live hits different — especially when the tickets are free. We drop new giveaways every week, from concert tickets to off-the-wall prizes, so go ahead and shoot your shot.

• MY MORNING JACKET: Friday-Sunday at The Salt Shed

• FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS: November 1st at Rosemont Theatre

• DRUSKI: November 8th at United Center

• SIX: December 2nd-14th at CIBC Theatre

• AJR & WET LEG: December 9th at Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom

• JOHN WATERS: December 16th at Avondale Music Hall

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• Tanya Quick’s Salt is a living, breathing time capsule. Born from stories, salt piles, and the oceans themselves, the installation has evolved into protest and resistance as ICE raids swept Chicago. Catch the exhibit before it’s gone.

• The South Side came through strong at Open House Chicago last weekend, showcasing cultural gems you’ll want to add to your list ASAP. Follow along with our tour of some of the city’s best architecture.

• Chicago beef supremacy is no joke. We mapped out the juiciest, drippiest, most iconic Italian beef spots in the city. No frills, just flavors. Check out our favorites and get some serious dinner inspiration.

• Throwing a Christmas market? Krampus cabaret? Festive freakout of any kind? Get it in front of Chicago’s most event-hungry crowd. Advertise with us and get your event seen this holiday season.

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