What You Need to Know for the Chicago Air & Water Show 2025
The roar of jet engines over Lake Michigan signals one thing: the Chicago Air & Water Show is back. As one of the city’s most iconic summer events, it draws millions to the lakefront every year for a breathtaking blend of aviation stunts, parachute jumps, and...
25 Fun Event Venues in Chicago You’ll Want to Book for Your Next Party
From arcade bars and bowling lounges to rooftop shuffleboard and escape rooms, discover 25 fun event venues in Chicago perfect for parties, team outings, and group activities perfect for corporate and social events. Find unique spaces that make planning your next celebration effortless.
From Startup to Catering Industry Leader: Jodi Fyfe on 15 Years of The Paramount Group
In 2012, Chicago Planner Magazine interviewed this new, up-and-coming catering company called Paramount Events. From the get-go owner Jodi Fyfe showed heart and determination to have delicious, sustainable food that create incredible events. Now, we're checking in...
Where to Celebrate National Oyster Day 2025 in Chicago and the Suburbs
Oyster lovers, get your slurp on because National Oyster Day is coming up on Monday, August 5, and restaurants across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs are celebrating with delicious deals, inventive toppings, and chic seafood specials. From $2 happy hour...
5 Kid-Friendly Venues in Chicago
Color Factory Chicago Color Factory is more than a museum — it’s a joyful, immersive art experience that brings the magic of color to life through multi-sensory installations, interactive rooms, and thoughtfully curated moments. Recently voted the #1 Immersive Art...
What You Need to Know for the Chicago Air & Water Show 2025
The roar of jet engines over Lake Michigan signals one thing: the Chicago Air & Water Show is back. As one of the city’s most iconic summer events, it draws millions to the lakefront every year for a breathtaking blend of aviation stunts, parachute jumps, and...
25 Fun Event Venues in Chicago You’ll Want to Book for Your Next Party
From arcade bars and bowling lounges to rooftop shuffleboard and escape rooms, discover 25 fun event venues in Chicago perfect for parties, team outings, and group activities perfect for corporate and social events. Find unique spaces that make planning your next celebration effortless.
From Startup to Catering Industry Leader: Jodi Fyfe on 15 Years of The Paramount Group
In 2012, Chicago Planner Magazine interviewed this new, up-and-coming catering company called Paramount Events. From the get-go owner Jodi Fyfe showed heart and determination to have delicious, sustainable food that create incredible events. Now, we're checking in...
Where to Celebrate National Oyster Day 2025 in Chicago and the Suburbs
Oyster lovers, get your slurp on because National Oyster Day is coming up on Monday, August 5, and restaurants across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs are celebrating with delicious deals, inventive toppings, and chic seafood specials. From $2 happy hour...
5 Kid-Friendly Venues in Chicago
Color Factory Chicago Color Factory is more than a museum — it’s a joyful, immersive art experience that brings the magic of color to life through multi-sensory installations, interactive rooms, and thoughtfully curated moments. Recently voted the #1 Immersive Art...
Restaurants and Hotels: How to Win Holiday Bookings With Strategic Food and Beverage Offerings
Make it easy for planners to book your hotel, restaurant, or food business with menus that event they will love! The holiday season is the most wonderful (and profitable) time of the year, but only if your menus and packages make it easy for event planners to say yes....
The Quiet Shift from Leading Events to Leading Teams
A Thought Leadership Piece by Joey Rodriguez Event planners are leaders. We orchestrate chaos, juggle a thousand moving parts, and somehow make it all look effortless. From the outside, we’re the ones with the clipboard and the calm smile. But somewhere along the way,...
What Event Planners Need to Know About Virtual Events: Expert Tips from LMH Experiences
Virtual events burgeoned out of necessity during the pandemic, with webinars, Zoom panels, and remote happy hours being the only way to gather. But as society returned to in-person activities, many thought this might be the end of virtual events. Instead, virtual...
Inside La Carte by Le Creuset: Secret Supper’s Intimate Fire-Cooked Dining Series
Secret Supper and Le Creuset have teamed up for an unforgettable dining experience that’s as intentional as it is elegant. The La Carte Supper Series celebrates open fire cooking, communal tables, and stunning design inspired by Le Creuset’s 100th anniversary and signature Flamme Dorée cookware.
From small but mighty planning teams to immersive storytelling and chef-led creativity, this article explores how branded events can transform into treasured memories.
Lollapalooza 2025: Chicago’s Ultimate Music Festival Guide
Lollapalooza is more than another music festival: it’s the cultural event of the summer. This year marks the 21st year of its Grant Park residency, and in this article we’ll share everything you need to know about one of Chicago’s biggest annual events: from top performer spotlights and after-hours shows to road closures and what to plan for if you’re attending.
Lakefront Venues to Host Your Next Event in Chicago: From Beachfront Bashes to Skyline Views, These Waterfront Locations Offer Unforgettable Backdrops
Nothing says summertime in Chicago like Lake Michigan! The lakefront delivers some of the most dynamic venues in the city including the coveted rooftops and sandy beach clubs. Whether you want prestige, ease, or a little bit of both, we've compiled a list that...
The Marriott Theatre Debuts “Always Something There,” a New 1980s Jukebox Musical
Experience the world premiere of Always Something There, a heartfelt 1980s jukebox musical now playing at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire through Aug 10.
Nick Conley on Designing Creative Events That Deliver Exceptional Experiences
“What is possible?” That is a question Elevoque’s Senior Event Designer, Nick Conley, asks when merging a client’s vision for an event with their budget, available resources, and, of course, his skills. Event planning is often thought of as a fun or lighthearted job,...
Arrive in Style: The Chicago Water Taxi
Written by Amanda Martin When warm weather hits, Chicago gets excited. Restaurants and bars pack their patios and rooftops all summer, but getting around the city during peak season can be stressful. Enter: the Chicago Water Taxi. Less of a commitment than a full-on...
Puttshack Skokie: New Mini Golf Event Venue Opens at Westfield Old Orchard
Puttshack Skokie is a 30,000-square-foot experience-driven destination that combines interactive mini golf with really tasty food & drinks, and great service. Whether you're planning a holiday celebration, client appreciation night, or a team-building experience,...