Events in Chicago This Week

8:30-11:30am

Nature Preschool at Garfield Park Morning Summer Session (3 - 5 years) - July 17, 2026

This session is perfect for families looking for an in-depth summer experience for their preschooler. An extension of our highly popular...

10-10:30am

Books and Beats

Listen to an interactive book and dance to the beat of musical favorites. 

Free tickets will be given to those present starting...

10am-12pm

Film Screening: Wicked For Good (2025)

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10am-12pm

Stay and Play

We have blocks, puzzles and other hands-on building and play activities allowing families time to read, discover and create together! This is...

10am-12pm

Creative Writing Workshop

Are you interested in cultivating your creativity through writing? Write and share a poem, story, essay or memoir with writer Donna Pecore at...

10am-1pm

LEGO® Play Day

LEGO fans rejoice! Join other fans and enthusiasts as you create, challenge yourself and share ideas for your next creations made with our...

10:30-11:15am

Story Time

Acoustic guitar story time led by Ms. Erica. We sing old songs, new songs and read a book or two together. Songs in English and Spanish...

10:30-11:15am

Musical Play with ScribbleMonster

Using a mix of kindness, music and humor, ScribbleMonster encourages his audience to participate and think in creative ways. Jim’s...

10:30-11:30am

Little Learners Story Time

Join us Friday mornings for 30 minutes of songs and stories! Play time immediately follows...

10:30-11:30am

Open Play Time

Join us for a drop-in open play time! We have fun, educational toys and books available for self-directed play...

10:30-11:30am

Neighborhood Walking Tour Story Time

Celebrate Chicago with Librarian Megan this summer in a new family story time and walking tour, where the journey is the destination! Read,...

11-11:45am

Music and Stories with The Music Playhouse of Chicago

The Music Playhouse of Chicago is excited to offer this special program in honor of Disability Pride Month. Their music programs are not only...

11am-12pm

Summer at The NMH: Friday Myth and Story Time

Join us for a magical and creative Summer Story Time & Craft Series happening every Friday in June and July!

11am-12pm

Beach Days Story Time

Grab your sunglasses and have some fun in the sun as we take story time to the beach!..

11am-12:30pm

Edgewater Memory Café

Our monthly Memory Café offers a comfortable and supportive environment for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Activities at...

11am-1pm

ICash: Find Your Unclaimed Property

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11am-3pm

Summer Teen Hangs 2026

Calling all teens! Join us this summer in the Ryan Learning Center Teen Room to grab some snacks, make art, and add your favorite songs to our...

11am-3pm

Quilting

Join us to learn to quilt! The class is led by local Austin resident Jacqueline Doctor Johnson...

11:30am-12pm

Little Chicagoans Story Time

Join Miss Taylor for story time especially for our littlest Chicagoans! We’ll share themed songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for...

11:30am-12:15pm

Story Time

Acoustic guitar story time led by Ms. Erica. We sing old songs, new songs and read a book or two together. Songs in English and Spanish...

12-1pm

Build It

Calling all budding engineers: join us as we design and build with various materials. Bring your ideas and create wonderful things. Meet us...

12-1:30pm

Mending Skills: Buttons

Have a button you've been meaning to reattach? Want to build your mending skills? Bring in your button-missing item(s), or just come to learn...

12-2pm

Chicago Music Listening Session: Jazz

Come out and celebrate Chicago music each week this summer as we celebrate the city in all it's glory. This week we'll be listening to Jazz...

12-2pm

Free Summer Meals, Stories and Games for Kids and Teens/ Comidas de verano gratuitas, historias y juegos para niños y adolescentes

Enjoy a free boxed lunch for children and teens up to 18. Lunch is served on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last, and must be...

12-2pm

English Conversation Practice Group

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12:15-1pm

Summer Lunch for Kids and Teens

Free lunch is available for kids and teens age 18 and younger. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Lunches are provided...

12:15-1:15pm

Summer Meals for Kids and Teens

Healthy, nutritious summer meals are available to all children 18 and younger, while supplies last, Monday through Friday, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m,...

12:30-1:30pm

Introduction to Yoga

Jackie Jasperson leads a live yoga class and shares information about yoga practice. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat or...

1-2pm

Computer Literacy Class

Want to learn how to use the computer?..

1-3pm

Drop-In Summer Gaming Hours for Teens

Meet us at the Teen Space every Friday this summer for Gaming Hours! NBA2K, Mario Kart, Ultimate Ninja Storm, Fortnite and more! Two gaming...

1:30-4:30pm

Mahjong Club

Come and play Mahjong at the library. With roots in 19th century China, you'll be sure to enjoy its long-lasting appeal!..

2-2:45pm

Musical Play with ScribbleMonster

Using a mix of kindness, music and humor, ScribbleMonster encourages his audience to participate and think in creative ways. Jim’s...

2-3pm

Story Time

Join us for interactive stories, songs and playtime!..

2-3pm

City Spies

Get ready to put your brain to the test! You will take on the role of clever codebreakers as they try to crack secret messages, challenge...

2-3pm

D-Composed Live @The Library

D-Composed performs a curated musical listening experience inspired by materials connected to the [Vivian Harsh...

2-3:30pm

ESL Practice: English Conversation Group

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2-4pm

Chat, Connect, Create

Let’s spend the afternoon chatting, creating and connecting with other creators in our community!..

2-4pm

Teen 3D Collage

Stop in to create a 3D collage to adorn a small tin with cute and colorful tiles, letters, and objects...

2-4pm

Chicago Zine Lab: Our City, Our Story

Express yourself through art, writing, and storytelling. Teens will create original zines while exploring Chicago history, neighborhood...

2-4pm

Cricut Class: Create a Decal

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2-4:15pm

Film Screening: The Mummy (1999)

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2-4:15pm

Film Screening: Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

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2:30-4:30pm

Crochet Club / Club de Tejer

¡Teje en comunidad! Traega y comparte sus proyectos, consejos y habilidades con otros tejedores. Llege a un espacio amigable y creativo...

2:30-4:30pm

Benefits Information Table with Hunger Free America

Join Micaela, Social Services Project Assistant with [Hunger Free America](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://hungerfreeamerica.org/en-us/home_...

3-4pm

Camera Snapshots

What have you been up to all summer? What do you love about summer in the city? This craft lets you capture it through art and imagination!..

3-4pm

Zumba Go Chair Fitness

Join licensed instructor, Dena Taylor, for Chair Zumba - a modified Zumba workout using a chair. Move your body to the rhythm of the beat while...

3-4:30pm

ESL Practice: English Conversation Group

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3-4:30pm

Chinese Film Screening: Mountain Patrol (2006) 电影放映: 可可西里

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3-4:30pm

Bookworms

Teens who want to help their community and make the library even more awesome can help create displays, read books before they hit the...

3-5pm

Tie-Dye Shirts

It's that time of the summer... Come hang out at the Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch while we tie-dye t-shirts! You pick your own colors and...

3-5pm

Computer Learning Lab

Welcome to our self-guided space for adults interested in building computer skills and knowledge. Gain confidence using a library laptop (or...

4-7pm

Help cook and serve dinner in Uptown soup kitchen, flexible shift time

Come spend some quality time helping prepare and serve a dinner to the Uptown Community. Volunteers are needed from from 4 pm to 7 pm, or...

4-8pm

RESET & RISE: PART II — RECONNECT & ELEVATE

Reset, recharge, and reconnect at this immersive wellness event featuring yoga, meditation, vendors, and a raffle giveaway. July 17

4:30-5:30pm

Cardboard Creators

Transform ordinary cardboard and boxes into extraordinary creations inspired by your favorite books. 

Listen to a story and then...

5-6:30pm

Ice Cream & Painting at Chiquita Scoops!

Enjoy some tasty treats while painting a summer masterpiece! All art materials will be provided.

5-7pm

Boleros de Noche Chicago September 25 at the Harris Theater

Boleros De Noche returns to the Windy City following a successful Chicago debut in 2025. Already a beloved tradition in Los Angeles, where the...

5-8pm

Listening Hours with Yoel Wonsey

Join guest selector Yoel Wonsey as he spins two back-to-back listening sessions in July.

5-8pm

America's 250th Birthday Parade Sail

Make sure to register on our website!...

5pm

Happy Hour on the PATIO w/ LOU SHIELDS!

Additional Info FITZGERALDS PATIO PRESENTS: Lou Shields seen HERE FREE SHOW! Lou Shields continues the tradition of American music with a...

6-8pm

Free Pickup - Marquette Park

Free pickup soccer on Monday evenings at Marquette Park! This is outdoors and either turf or hard court (think like an outdoor basketball court...

6-8pm

Spritz Festa

Celebrate summer with 8 spritz tastings, 4 Italian bites, live music, and festive summer activations. Cin cin!

6-8pm

Unheard Voices of Care Dramatic Reading: CIRCA Pintig – Stories of Nurses

Artists from the regional Filipino theater company, CIRCA Pintig, will give readings and provide discussion about dramatic pieces.

6-8pm

As You Like It - Midsommer Flight

Free Performance by Midsommer Flight - Message below to meetup https://midsommerflight.ticketspice.com/as-you-l...

6-8:30pm

Kintsugi for Beginners

Learn the art of Kintsugi with artifact restoration expert Mami Takahashi.

6-9pm

Creator Collective Photography Workshop

This workshop is tailored for individuals who are new to photography and want to develop their skills in capturing captivating images.

6-9pm

Friday Night Climbing at FA West Loop

Join us for an evening of climbing at First Ascent in the West Loop!..

6-9pm

Board Games

Board games are a fun way to socialize. We mostly play the easier Euro Games and Party Games. Azul, Splendor, Transamerica, Rummikub, and more...

6-10pm

Bronzeville - Art District Trolley Tour ! / FREE!

Welcome to the ** Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour**...

6-10pm

Horner BrewFest 2026

Join your friends and neighbors for 4 hours of craft beer tasting, food trucks, and live music under the trees in beautiful Horner Park.

6:15-10pm

Meet IRL | Friday Night Pickleball for Singles | SPF Lincoln Park

Join us and over 100 singles for a Friday night like no other as we take over SPF Lincoln Park for a night of fun and new connections ✨

6:30-7:30pm

Guided Buddhist Meditation | Diamond Way Buddhist Center Chicago

The event begins with a short introductory talk on Buddhism. This is followed by a guided Vajrayana Buddhist meditation. The meditation...

6:30-8pm

Doom Yoga

Flow through a slow yet invigorating vinyasa class lit by candlelight and backed by heavy, vibrational sound.

6:30-8:30pm

Sips of Summer - Morton's Chicago (Downtown)

The Great American Road Trip: a coast‑to‑coast celebration of flavor, craftsmanship and the iconic spirits that defined the American palate.

6:30-9:30pm

Card Night #38

A fun-filled evening at the Driftwood tavern, featuring the classic card game of Hearts. This is a perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize,...

6:30-10:30pm

EDEN SAPPHIC SAIL

if you came in 2024, you knew we got nekkid, ate quesadillas, danced, waved to our fans on the river walk...now it's time to do it again!

6:30pm-12:30am

Board Game Night (Portillo's)

Hey all, join super-fun local young professionals in popular social games!..

7-8pm

SANCT 2026 Live Concert Week 2

A high-energy creative residency culminating in two bold, electric nights of performance.

7-8:30pm

PSA X SWEAT IT OFF ZUMBA/MERCH DROP

Enjoy a Zumba class led by Yaya Martinez. Explore PSA unique location and take advantage of the exclusive merch drop by PSA & SWEAT IT OFF

7-9pm

Espresso Self: Spoken Word at Urban Luxe Cafe

Experience urban cool at Urban Luxe Cafe's intimate spoken word event. Cards only, $20 minimum during shows.

7-9pm

Berwyn Moose Fri Night Bingo

Bingo Bingo Bingo! $20.00 buy in Tic Tac...

7-9pm

【🍕J-KURU CHICAGO🍕】Evening Japanese Conversation!!

ー NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME ー What is J-KURU? [https://youtu.be/nDFyNCO8D1U](https://youtu.be/...

7-9pm

Chicago Law, Real Estate & Construction Networking Event

SUM OF FIVE | Meet Established Professionals In Law, Real Estate & Construction

7-9pm

HighQ at Rise Salt Shed

HIGHQ AMERICA’S FAVORITE DRUG TEST IS COMING TO RISE - We'll grab a table for our group and cheer on our team!...

7-9pm

Sushi at Big Bear Sushi & Thai

It has been awhile since our last Sushi. This one is in the Avondale neighborhood...

7-9:30pm

Who All Over There? Comedy & Bronzeville Soul Presents: Eat, Laugh, Repeat

Come thru for good eats, big laughs, and soulful vibes with Who All Over There? & Bronzeville Soul!

7-9:30pm

Comedy Kickback

PCWB joins up with Destined Legend Leon Rogers to bring you a night of comedy, music, and community at Culture Connects Evanston

7-10pm

Espresso Self : Urban Luxe Cafe Spoken Word

Urban Luxe Cafe's Spoken Word in a modern vibe. Cashless spot, support the staff . Free street parking .

7-10pm

WINE & WORSHIP

Wine & Worship is Prāzbar's signature experience—a unique blend of worship and hospitality set within an non-alc wine bar atmosphere.

7-10pm

STAGE PLAY - SAM

Catch the live stage play SAM for a night full of laughs, drama, and unforgettable moments!

7-10pm

Press Start with Second City Gaming and Friends!

FEATURED ON NBC CHICAGO WITH MATT RODRIGUES: *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU60k9_zDm4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU60k9_zDm...

7-10pm

Friday Night Social Mixer in Streeterville!

Let's get together for a fun evening at XYZ Bar at the Aloft Hotel in Streeterville...

7-10pm

The Darkroom Chicago: Date Night Workshop in Logan Square

Capture memories, learn film photography, and develop your shots all in one magical workshop!

7-10pm

Press Start with Second City Gaming & Friends

Get ready to level up with Second City Gaming, PRT, Spiral Arcade and our friends for epic games, chill vibes, and cool new friends!

7-10:30pm

Colvin Covers: The Cure & The Violent Femmes

Enjoy a night of dancing at Chicago's historic Colvin House by the Lake with a variety of Chicagoland talent.

7-11pm

HiFrequency: Kinfolk- Island Time Party @ Blazed Bakery

We're bringing together Dancehall, Hip-Hop, R&B, games, and vendors. For a night of dancing, connection, and island-inspired energy.

7-11pm

2.5 Hours Salsa/Bachata Class + 1.5 Practice | $15 | No Partner Necessary

🕺💃 Chicago Dancers – Your Friday Night Fix is HERE! 💃🕺 Join us on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of every...

7pm-1am

BLEU LATIN NIGHT ( Columbian Fest After Party With DJ EXTREME)

Get ready to dance all night with the hottest Latin vibes and good times ahead!

7pm-11am

All-Stars Classic Dance Competition

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of high-energy performances, elite dance teams, and powerful majorette competition

7pm

Friday Night on the PATIO w/ THE BROTHER JOHN BAND!

Additional Info LIVE ON FITZGERALDS PATIO: THE BROTHER JOHN BAND! FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table. We always leave room for...

7:15-8pm

Floating Hammock Sound Bath Meditation

Join us for a relaxing experience in a cozy hammock with our Floating Sound Bath Meditation event!

7:20-10:20pm

Road rave! 13 mile street skate. Theme: World Cup

Road rave! It's a party on wheels where we join together for a fun 12 - 14 mile skate through the streets of Chicago. It's a great way to...

7:30-9:30pm

Definition Theatre: Amplify Series Six Film Screenings

Experience a film screening of eight new works from eight emerging playwrights as part of Amplify New Play Festival 2026

7:30-9:30pm

Sex in ChiCity !!

Come enjoy a sexy spin on comedy!!!! Pull up every 3rd Friday and get these laughs!!!! (Except this one due to Juneteenth)

7:30-9:30pm

HighQ at Rise Salt Shed

HIGHQ AMERICA’S FAVORITE DRUG TEST IS COMING TO RISE - We'll grab a table for our group and cheer on our team!...

8-9:30pm

Jason Narducy Solo Show (Chicago, IL)

An evening of songs and stories with Jason Narducy at The Andrew Rafacz Art Gallery.

8-10pm

Online Game Night - A social party from home!

Select the date/time that you're interested in below (multiple options available):..

8-10pm

SIKORA

This is a seated, intimate dinner show featuring SIKORA!

8-10pm

Tarot Round Robin

TICKET INFO...

8-10pm

Tarot Round Robin

8-11:30pm

Ska Fest

Ska Fest Weekend is here! Catch a massive two-day music marathon at Friendly starting Friday with Skanonymous and Patois, then keep the energy...

8pm-2am

Simeon 05 Annual Alumni Pre-Party

Calling all Simeon alumni to come out and party at the summers biggest annual picnic pre-party. Music by Dj Milticket and DJ Mile High.

8pm-2am

Past Curfew

The city sleeps. We don't.

8:30-11pm

Friday Night Skyline Cruises on Lake Michigan | 21+ | Live DJ | Full Bar

Enjoy breathtaking views and delicious drinks aboard a 2-story, open air party boat, featuring Chicago's BEST DJs! Let's party!..

8:30pm

The NICK MOSS BAND ft. Dennis Gruenling Returns to FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB!

Additional Info FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS: NICK MOSS BAND ft. Dennis Gruenling seen HERE $20 GA SEATED // $30/seat reserved tables Blues...

9pm-1am

Heart of Glass: 70's Disco Rock Party [Chicago]

Heart of Glass makes its Chicago Debut!

9pm

Friday Night in the SIDEBAR w/ The Meadowlark Lemons!

Additional Info FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: THE MEADOWLARK LEMONS FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" to RSVP for guaranteed entry Grab dinner before the...

9:30pm-2am

FRIDAYZ @ MASADA: Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, RnB

Voted #1 Afrobeats Dance Party in Chicago

7:30pm

The Murder Mystery Co's Dinner Theater Show - Friday, Jul 17, 2026, 7:30pm

The Murder Mystery Company is Phoenix's Expert in Mystery Entertainment. Everyone has done dinner and a movie, so why not try dinner and a...

8-9pm

Wanted: Single Woman in Chicago

This matchmaker is seeking..... A kind, petite woman max 34 years old and under 5'4 who believes the best adventures—and the best lives—are...

10pm-2am

SILENT "JUST VIBES" PARTY CHICAGO (Trap, RnB, Twerk)

CHICAGO SILENT PARTY-GOERS! LAST ONE SOLD OUT! DON'T MISS OUR SILENT "JUST VIBES" PARTY! GRAB DISCOUNTED TIX NOW!

10pm-2am

Afro Fusion South Loop Edition - FREE/RSVP

Every 3rd Friday inside Bassline

10pm-4am

Blacklight Blackout ft Orville Kline, Amy Unland, Mr Bobby, +more

🖤💚 Blacklight Blackout returns for our monthly extravaganza! Two floors with a 3-channel Silent Disco with an open decks channel, unique...

11pm-4am

VYBZ PON AH FRIDAY July 17 Afro CARIBBEAN Monthly Party

Don’t miss the city’s hottest Afro Caribbean Monthly Party!!! VPF aka Vybz Pon Ah Friday featuring DJ Reem from Miami and DJ Ringo from CHI

Events and things to do in Chicago

Nature Preschool at Garfield Park Morning Summer Session (3 - 5 years) - July 17, 2026

Books and Beats

Film Screening: Wicked For Good (2025)

Stay and Play

Creative Writing Workshop

LEGO® Play Day

Story Time

Musical Play with ScribbleMonster

Little Learners Story Time

Open Play Time

Neighborhood Walking Tour Story Time

Music and Stories with The Music Playhouse of Chicago

Summer at The NMH: Friday Myth and Story Time

Beach Days Story Time

Edgewater Memory Café

ICash: Find Your Unclaimed Property

Summer Teen Hangs 2026

Quilting

Little Chicagoans Story Time

Story Time

Build It

Mending Skills: Buttons

Chicago Music Listening Session: Jazz

Free Summer Meals, Stories and Games for Kids and Teens/ Comidas de verano gratuitas, historias y juegos para niños y adolescentes

English Conversation Practice Group

Summer Lunch for Kids and Teens

Summer Meals for Kids and Teens

Introduction to Yoga

Computer Literacy Class

Drop-In Summer Gaming Hours for Teens

Mahjong Club

Musical Play with ScribbleMonster

Story Time

City Spies

D-Composed Live @The Library

ESL Practice: English Conversation Group

Chat, Connect, Create

Teen 3D Collage

Chicago Zine Lab: Our City, Our Story

Cricut Class: Create a Decal

Film Screening: The Mummy (1999)

Film Screening: Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

Crochet Club / Club de Tejer

Benefits Information Table with Hunger Free America

Camera Snapshots

Zumba Go Chair Fitness

ESL Practice: English Conversation Group

Chinese Film Screening: Mountain Patrol (2006) 电影放映: 可可西里

Bookworms

Tie-Dye Shirts

Computer Learning Lab

Help cook and serve dinner in Uptown soup kitchen, flexible shift time

RESET & RISE: PART II — RECONNECT & ELEVATE

Cardboard Creators

Ice Cream & Painting at Chiquita Scoops!

Boleros de Noche Chicago September 25 at the Harris Theater

Listening Hours with Yoel Wonsey

America's 250th Birthday Parade Sail

Happy Hour on the PATIO w/ LOU SHIELDS!

Free Pickup - Marquette Park

Spritz Festa

Unheard Voices of Care Dramatic Reading: CIRCA Pintig – Stories of Nurses

As You Like It - Midsommer Flight

Kintsugi for Beginners

Creator Collective Photography Workshop

Friday Night Climbing at FA West Loop

Board Games

Bronzeville - Art District Trolley Tour ! / FREE!

Horner BrewFest 2026

Meet IRL | Friday Night Pickleball for Singles | SPF Lincoln Park

Guided Buddhist Meditation | Diamond Way Buddhist Center Chicago

Doom Yoga

Sips of Summer - Morton's Chicago (Downtown)

Card Night #38

EDEN SAPPHIC SAIL

Board Game Night (Portillo's)

SANCT 2026 Live Concert Week 2

PSA X SWEAT IT OFF ZUMBA/MERCH DROP

Espresso Self: Spoken Word at Urban Luxe Cafe

FEATURED ON NBC CHICAGO WITH MATT RODRIGUES: *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU60k9_zDm4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU60k9_zDm...