Discover the best Father’s Day events, brunches, dinners, cruises, golf outings and family activities in Chicago for 2026. Find Father’s Day restaurant specials, bourbon tastings, patio dining and unique experiences for every dad.
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Old Town Pour House Returning to Chicago’s Loop This Summer at 120 N. LaSalle
Old Town Pour House is returning to Downtown Chicago this summer as Chicago-based Bottleneck Management transforms the former City Social space at 120 N. LaSalle Street into a new Chicago Loop restaurant and private dining destination. The opening marks the official...
Memorial Day Weekend 2026 in Chicago: Where to Go, Eat, Stay & Celebrate
From rooftop brunches and brewery festivals to baseball, waterfront dining, outdoor getaways, and family-friendly events, Memorial Day Weekend in Chicago marks the unofficial start of summer with no shortage of ways to celebrate. Whether you are looking for a long...
Best Mother’s Day Events & Brunches in Chicago 2026
Discover the best Mother’s Day events, brunches, cruises, markets, and dining experiences happening across Chicago and the suburbs for Mother’s Day weekend 2026.
Carmine’s Italian Steakhouse Re-Opens in the Gold Coast Chicago
Carmine’s Italian Steakhouse reopens in Chicago’s Gold Coast with a new 10,000-square-foot space, private dining, and an enclosed terrace overlooking Mariano Park.
Kehoe Plans Second Location for Event Space – The Geraghty North
Kehoe Designs plans The Geraghty North, a new 45,000-square-foot luxury event venue in Glenview, pending approvals with a Spring 2027 opening.
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