Urbanmatter Chicago
Beginning as Chicago Genie, UrbanMatter is now the Number One resource for discovering new outlets in Chicago. Why? Because we live and breathe Chicago every day.
We’re front row at that festival in Grant Park. We’re ordering takeout from that restaurant on the corner you thought no one knew about. We know which museums have the free days. We’re drinking that new craft brew from Half Acre. And yes, we eat our hot dogs the right way – sweet relish, onions, pickles, and all.
That’s what makes us stand out from the million other event websites that exist. We cover the things that matter most to real Chicagoans. When it comes to music, restaurants, nightlife, culture, and local lifestyle, you can trust us.
So what are you waiting for? Step outside and start doing what really matters to you.
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UrbanMatter Chicago
https://urbanmatter.com/chicago/
Beginning as Chicago Genie, UrbanMatter is now the Number One resource for discovering new outlets in Chicago. Why? Because we live and breathe Chicago every day.
We’re front row at that festival in Grant Park. We’re ordering takeout from that restaurant on the corner you thought no one knew about. We know which museums have the free days. We’re drinking that new craft brew from Half Acre. And yes, we eat our hot dogs the right way – sweet relish, onions, pickles, and all.
That’s what makes us stand out from the million other event websites that exist. We cover the things that matter most to real Chicagoans. When it comes to music, restaurants, nightlife, culture, and local lifestyle, you can trust us.
So what are you waiting for? Step outside and start doing what really matters to you.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 1692 )
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An Inside Look at the Tradition of the Chicago River Dyeing
Photo Credit: Emma Horath For Chicagoans, St. Patrick’s Day is the time of the year where the usually murky river becomes a flourescent green for a couple of... Read more
Posted on 11 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Pitchfork Music Festival 2017 Lineup is Released
Photo Credit: Pitchfork via Instagram A couple weeks ago, Pitchfork announced their headliners in an unexpectedly cool way, commissioning artist Shelby... Read more
Posted on 10 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Moe’s Cantina Will Soon Become a Hot Rooftop Bar in Wrigleyville
According to Eater Chicago, the well-known Wrigleyville bar Moe’s Cantina is undergoing extensive renovations to become a major Clark Street destination this... Read more
Posted on 10 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Raise Your Glasses at the 2nd Annual Chicago Cocktail Summit
Are you a cocktail connoisseur or a casual cocktail lover? Ever want to go to all of Chicago’s amazing cocktail lounges at once and sample as much as you can?... Read more
Posted on 09 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Chicago Bears: Mike Glennon is In, Cutler is Out
It’s official. Jay Cutler was cut. Mike Glennon, a former quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, will sign a contract with the Chicago Bears amounting to... Read more
Posted on 09 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Of the Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day, Chicago’s Rank Might Shock You
Our friends at WalletHub recently ranked the best cities in the country to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Since Chicago is one of the first places that comes to... Read more
Posted on 09 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Dysfunctional Family Fun Comes to Life in Heartbreak House
Bourgeouis whimsy framed in social commentary ShawChicago ends its 2016-2017 season with, what some regard, as George Bernard Shaw’s best work. Read more
Posted on 08 March 2017 TRAVEL -
These Are the Most Popular Beverage Brands in Chicago
According to an interesting study on Chicago drinking trends by Bevspot, a popular national beverage industry blog, our city has some pretty unique habits in... Read more
Posted on 08 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Next Up at Wrigley Field: Backstreet Boys, Nelly, Florida Georgia Line
Pop, hip-hop, and country come together at the home of the Cubs This morning, a stadium tour featuring the Backstreet Boys, Nelly, and Florida Georgia Line was... Read more
Posted on 07 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Play in the Spray: Crown Fountain Reopens Mid-April
Millennium Park’s Crown Fountain is an interactive work of art. If you’ve never experienced it yourself, the fountain consists of two 50-foot glass towers at... Read more
Posted on 07 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Chance the Rapper Donates $1 Million to CPS During Press Conference
The local rapper plays hometown hero once again This afternoon, Chance the Rapper held an impromptu press conference at Westcott Elementary School, in his home... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 TRAVEL -
River North’s Tallest High-Rise in a Decade Might Get Approved
Renderings from Alderman Brendan Reilly, 42nd Ward Symmetry Property Development, a global development firm based in New York, has put forth a proposal in... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Fun and Espionage Are On the Menu at SafeHouse Chicago
Top Secret SafeHouse Chicago opens in River North The Windy City now has its own SafeHouse, secretly located just behind the red door at 60 East Ontario Street. Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 TRAVEL -
The Polar Plunge Returns in Chicago This Sunday
A chilly challenge for a heartwarming cause This Sunday, March 5 at 10am, thousands of brave Chicago souls will either dip or dive head-first into the ice-cold... Read more
Posted on 03 March 2017 TRAVEL -
6 Best Independent Coffee Shops in Chicago
After gathering up a list of the best donuts in Chicago, we figured you’d need a nice cup of joe to go along with it. Whether you’re grabbing your coffee on... Read more
Posted on 03 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Cover Your Boozy Bases at TBOX’s Baseball Bar Crawl
Step up to the plate for an all-day crawl The 9th Annual TBOX Baseball Pub Crawl, “Cover Your Bases,” is the most popular baseball-themed bar crawl there is, an... Read more
Posted on 03 March 2017 TRAVEL -
More Shows Added at The Chicago Theatre This Year
Our last roundup had some pretty impressive acts, and this next round won’t disappoint either. Get ready to make some ticket purchases because we’ll bet there... Read more
Posted on 02 March 2017 TRAVEL -
The United Center’s New Atrium is Finally Revealed
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, city officials, and chairmen for the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks banded together for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the United Center,... Read more
Posted on 02 March 2017 TRAVEL -
Navy Pier Will Have Illuminated, Musical Seesaws This Spring
This isn’t your ordinary playground According to DNAInfo, an installation of LED-lit, sound-equipped seesaws will be placed in Polk Bros. Read more
Posted on 01 March 2017 TRAVEL -
A Chicago Cubs Player Will Compete on ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Former catcher David Ross was recently announced as a Dancing With the Stars contestant Photo Credit: MLB If the Commissioner’s Trophy wasn’t enough in 2016,... Read more
Posted on 01 March 2017 TRAVEL