Want to know whats happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. Theres a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all over the city this month in Chicago.

This weekend in Chicago is a jam-packed one, with jaw-dropping art and architecture events, neighborhood festivals, riveting live theatre, family-friendly fun, exhilarating live music, outdoor adventures, and so much more.

Check out just a few of the top things to do this weekend in Chicago, Oct. 18 – 20, 2024. Please note that all events are subject to change.

Oct. 12 – 1351st Annual Historic Pullman House TourThe Pullman Civic Organization(PCO) and Historic Pullman Foundation(HPF) are thrilled to host the 51st annual Historic Pullman House Tour, coming Saturday and Sunday, October 12th…

Saturday October 12, 2024 — Sunday October 13, 2024Historic Pullman Exhibit Hall

11141 S. Cottage Grove Ave.

Oct. 13Bank of America Chicago MarathonRunning the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. On race day, runners will set out to…

South Loop

Oct. 13, 2024 Grant Park

Chicago

Oct. 11 – 13Chicago Fashion WeekChicago Fashion Week® (CHIFW), a 12-day lineup of special events, running Oct. 9-20, focused on the city’s fashion industry. Events including fashion shows and presentations,…

Oct. 9 – 20Various locations

Oct. 11 – 13Fall Fest at Lincoln Park ZooDive into the wonderful world of autumn-from picking the perfect pumpkin to taking in the scents of hot cider and toasted s'mores-with Lincoln Park Zoo's…

Lincoln Park

Friday September 27, 2024 Lincoln Park Zoo

Chicago

Oct. 11 – 13Destinos 7th Chicago International Latino Theater FestivalCLATA ANNOUNCES DESTINOS, 7TH CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL LATINO THEATER FESTIVAL, FEATURING MOST EXTENSIVE FESTIVAL LINE-UP IN ITS HISTORY, WITH WORKS FROM BRAZIL, CHILE, ARGENTINA, MEXICO, THE…

Sept. 30 – Nov. 17, 2024Citywide

Oct. 11 – 13The Devil is in the DetoursHave you ever wanted to escape? The Second City presents the 112th Mainstage Revue The Devil is in the Detours, a hilarious and unhinged descent into…

Old Town

Tuesday July 23, 2024 — Tuesday July 23, 2024The Second City

230 West North Avenue

Oct. 11 – 13The Neo-Futurists Present: THE INFINITE WRENCHAt THE INFINITE WRENCH you'll see thirty original plays in sixty minutes, written and performed by The Neo-Futurist Ensemble. Each play offers something different, be…

Andersonville

Friday July 5, 2024 Neo-Futurist Theater

5153 N. Ashland Ave.

Oct. 12Brick of Chicago Rogers Park Walking TourOn a Brick of Chicago neighborhood walking tour, you'll learn about all the elements that make Chicago one of the most interesting and dynamic cities…

Oct. 12, 2024 St Ignatius

6559 N Glenwood Ave

Oct. 12Day of the Dead Exhibition: To RememberJoin us for the exhibition opening and artisan market on Saturday, Oct. 12th from 1pm till 4pm. Local artisans selling traditional arts and crafts, sugar…

Oct. 12, 2024 2436 W Madison

2436 W Madison St

Oct. 11Chicago Style ImprovGet ready to experience “classic” improvisation that will leave you laughing long after the curtains close! Combining lightning-fast wit, razor-sharp skills, and boundless creativity, Chicago…

Hyde Park

Oct. 11, 2024 The Revival

906 S Wabash Ave

Oct. 12Walking Tour: Haunted by Our Dark SideThe rise in popularity of true crime TV shows tells us something: we are fascinated — morbidly fascinated — by true stories of death and…

Saturday April 27, 2024 — Saturday April 27, 2024Inside Chicago Walking Tours

Starting location given upon ticket purchase

Oct. 12 Chicago Red Stars Home MatchThe NWSL Chicago Red Stars, come cheer us on at SeatGeek Stadium!

Saturday April 27, 2024 — Saturday April 27, 2024SeatGeek Stadium

7000 S Harlem Ave

Oct. 12Chicago Seadog Haunted River TourStep aboard our Seadog Haunted Tours for a fun-filled journey through Chicago's history of ghosts, spirits, scandals, and sins. As you cruise along the Chicago…

Oct. 12, 2024 Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL

600 East Grand Avenue

Oct. 12NBA Preseason: Chicago Bulls vs. Memphis GrizzliesCome cheer on the Bulls!

West Loop

Oct. 12, 2024 United Center

1901 W Madison St.

Oct. 12 – 13ENCOUNTER: Playable TheatreWhat would truly playable theatre that generates new stories at every performance look like? ENCOUNTER: Live, improvisational, and multimedia. Dates: Saturday, October 12 at 7pm…

Oct. 12 – 13, 2024 Logan Center for the Arts

915 East 60th Street

Oct. 12Splatter TheaterI’m In the town of Mayfield, thirteen horror movie caricatures find themselves at the murderous whims of some guy in a hockey mask. In the…

Lakeview

Oct. 12, 2024 Annoyance Theatre Bar

851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.

Oct. 11 – 13Creepy Crawly Coal Mine at Griffin Museum of Science and IndustryThe Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s very first exhibit has some new creepy, crawly “miners.” From October 12 – 31, all tours through the…

Oct. 11 – 13, 2024 Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Drive

Oct. 13Modern VintageFrom the successful group behind the Randolph Street market, Chicago's premiere summer pop-up shopping destination, comes Modern Vintage: a one-day vintage apparel and accessory celebration.…

Oct. 13, 2024 Ravenswood Event Center

4021 N. Ravenswood Ave

Oct. 12Little WomenAs the March family awaits the return of their father from war, sisters Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy navigate love, loss, and the pursuit of…

South Loop

Oct. 12, 2024 The Merle Reskin Theatre

60 E. Balbo Ave

Oct. 12Halloween Creepy CrawliesThere are relatively few family friendly dance productions that explore the creepy and sweet seeking (quite a juxtaposition) nature of Halloween. Halloween Creepy Crawlies while…

Oct. 12, 2024 Dovetail Studios

2853 W Montrose Ave

Oct. 11 – 13Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildIT’S TIME TO BELIEVE IN MAGIC Broadway’s Spellbinding Sensation Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is coming to Chicago on its first-ever North American Tour. Join the…

Loop

Sept. 10, 2024 – Feb. 1, 2025James M. Nederlander Theatre

24 W. Randolph St.

Oct. 11 – 13Chicago: Home of House ExhibitCommemorating the 40th anniversary of House music, this one-of-a-kind exhibit will pay homage to the energy, music, and dance of Black and Latino youth on…

Streeterville

May 1 – Oct. 31Navy Pier

600 East Grand Avenue

Oct. 11 – 13ART on THE MARTART on THE MART is one of the world’s largest digital art platforms that transforms an architectural landmark into a permanent, larger-than-life canvas. A shining…

Thursday September 12, 2024 THE MART

222 W Merchandise Mart Pl

Oct. 11 – 13Hershey Super Sweet AdventureYou and your family can seek, play, and explore at Hershey Super Sweet Adventure, an interactive experience designed for guests of all ages! This unique…

Oct. 11 – 13, 2024 Water Tower Place

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