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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80s Mixtape: Best Songs From the Iconic Decade
Welcome to your ultimate 80s playlist. The sounds of the 80s coming at you in no particular order except that they’re all simply the best. This isn’t an... Read more
Posted on 07 October 2020 TRAVEL -
As the Film Faces Yet Another Delay, Let’s Ask: Who Will Be the Next James Bond?
James Bond is the most iconic character in film history. The legendary agent of the British Secret Service equipped with a license to kill has graced screens fo... Read more
Posted on 07 October 2020 TRAVEL -
2020 Halloween Guide: 6 Easy & Spooky Halloween Party Ideas
Halloween parties are definitely in the top three types of parties — group costumes, spooky decor, themed treats, horror movie marathons, the opportunity to jus... Read more
Posted on 07 October 2020 TRAVEL -
Easy Halloween Party Ideas For Your Socially-Distanced Bash
Halloween parties are definitely in the top three types of parties — group costumes, spooky decor, themed treats, horror movie marathons, the opportunity to jus... Read more
Posted on 07 October 2020 TRAVEL -
What Countries Are Opening Up in October to Americans
As we enter October, many Americans continue to wonder when their long-delayed travel plans will be possible. If you’re looking to get out of the country — and... Read more
Posted on 06 October 2020 TRAVEL -
Why Is Everyone Obsessed With Lovecraft Country?
We live in a new Golden Age of Television. There are few moments in life when you can view art with the absolute certainty that you’re experiencing something... Read more
Posted on 05 October 2020 TRAVEL -
13 Worst Tasting Light Beers in America, Definitively Ranked
While craft beers, hard seltzer, and local ciders duke it out for space at the liquor store, there’s one product destined to remain an unstoppable juggernaut.... Read more
Posted on 05 October 2020 TRAVEL -
Pets and Weed: A Safety Primer
If you didn’t know already, when you smoke weed, you are introducing compounds into your bloodstream. These compounds largely travel through your blood to... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2020 TRAVEL -
Here’s What’s Leaving and What’s Coming to Netflix in October
Spooky season is once again upon us and with the transition from September to October comes an influx of new Netflix content, both original and acquired. While... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2020 TRAVEL -
What Theaters Are Doing Live Streams This Fall?
We’ve all been missing our live entertainment. It’s been months since coronavirus shut down theaters, concerts, and sporting events. At this point, we’d... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2020 TRAVEL -
Top Geocaching Spots For Your Treasure Hunting Pleasure
Geocaching is one of those rare activities that is legitimately fun for all ages (take your family or bring a date!), free, and gets you active and outdoors. Al... Read more
Posted on 30 September 2020 TRAVEL -
10 Best Champagne Cocktails That Aren’t Mimosas
Bubbles! We love them–for special occasions, brunch, happy hour, and nightcaps. Is there anytime champagne cocktails aren’t good? Nope–they’re always... Read more
Posted on 30 September 2020 TRAVEL -
Great Bourbon Options You Can Afford at Any Price Point
We’re not looking to get into any fights here, so when we say ‘Best Bourbons’, these are ‘Some Very Good Bourbons’. Let’s be real–bourbon’s like pizza in that... Read more
Posted on 29 September 2020 TRAVEL -
What Is a Michelada and What Is the Best Recipe For One?
Gather round, brunch babies; we’re sounding off about our favorite under-appreciated morning-cocktail, the michelada. If you’re already in the know, keep readin... Read more
Posted on 29 September 2020 TRAVEL -
8 Best Netflix Original Movies, Ranked
Netflix has become a contender in the film world with their Netflix Original movies. Among the 1,500 Netflix original titles, there are some major fails (lookin... Read more
Posted on 29 September 2020 TRAVEL -
10 Delicious Moscow Mule Variations: Ideas & Ingredients
Despite your hipster soul whispering the contrary, plenty of things born of capitalism for the sole purpose of making a profit are still good and... Read more
Posted on 23 September 2020 TRAVEL -
Where to Find These 6 Secret Santorini Caves
The picturesque islands of Santorini lay southeast of Greece in the bright blue waters of the Aegean Sea. The romantic landscape of the Santorini islands was... Read more
Posted on 23 September 2020 TRAVEL -
Hunting Down Blackbeard’s Treasure Hidden Around the United States
Interested in a spare $1 million? Treasure hunters gather ’round — Blackbeard’s Treasure is an upcoming treasure hunt slash reality show that anyone (over the... Read more
Posted on 22 September 2020 TRAVEL -
7 Great Mulled Cider Recipes for Season Creep
Sweater weather means it’s hot cocktail time! Okay, don’t blanch. Our world now includes something called “season creep.” That’s the quarterly onslaught of... Read more
Posted on 21 September 2020 TRAVEL -
Complete List of Regional Hard Ciders For You to Enjoy
All of your fall haters can click on through because this post is for diehard lovers of the spoopy–crisp leaves, apple picking, the PSL, and of course, hard... Read more
Posted on 17 September 2020 TRAVEL