Afternoon, Chicago. Wednesday is almost the weekend, right?

From buried treasure to space missions, The Escape Game lets you live the story. Want in? We’re giving away a pair of tickets. Pick your mission and enter for a chance to win.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Trade your flip phone for a cocktail and relive the early 2000s at Lincoln Park Zoo's adults-only bash. No kids, no strollers—just you, a live DJ, karaoke, and nearly 200 animal species judging your dance moves. Win some tickets!*

• Dave & Buster’s new Leaderboard Challenge is live! Rack up wins, track your Play ID score, and you could drive off with a VIP NASCAR experience or even a brand-new car.*

• The mask. The voice. The San Francisco skyline. Win VIP tickets to Orville Peck at Stern Grove Festival, luxe nights at The Fairmont, and $600 travel credits. Country's mysterious performer in SF's enchanted outdoor venue.*

• Prepare for an emotional rollercoaster as EKKSTACY brings his moody indie vibes to Outset on July 16th. Enter to win tickets!*

• Plus, The Rapture, The Faint, Goon, Beaming, and more just announced shows!

BEST VINTAGE SHOPS

Step aside, mall zombies—Chicago’s vintage scene is where the real treasures live. From fringe jackets that survived disco to ‘90s windbreakers louder than a frat house on Red Bull, this is your cheat sheet to shopping with character. No DeLorean required.

COMING UP

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• Have you ever seen a statue of poop? Or a turtle cross a finish line? Check out our Weirdest Places in Chicago list and see what other strange things you could experience.

• Goose Island Salt Shed Pub’s $5 Late Night Burgers after Salt Shed shows. Even if you don't have a ticket to the show, you can still pop in for a $5 burger. Everyone is welcome! Grab A $5 Burger After The Show!*

• The Chicago SummerDance schedule has dropped! See which parks have the boogie you are looking for this season.

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