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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
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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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These Celebrity Haircut Tutorials Show You How to Cut Your Own Hair from Home
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30 Things to Watch on HBO Max Right Now
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10 Things You Can Do Today to Support Justice for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor,...
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How to Roll the Perfect Blunt
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June is Prime Time for Stargazing — Here Are 6 Dates to Keep in Mind
There are a lot of reasons to look skyward lately. Not just because 2020 is making Mars’s colonization look better than ever. Celestial events pack the sky... Read more
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Here’s Where 2020 Graduates Can Get Free Food All Over the Nation
It’s been a rough year for 2020 graduates. The coronavirus lockdown has taken away their opportunity to have a live graduation and they are graduating into a jo... Read more
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12 Eerie Ghost Towns You Can Still Visit Around America
From the Gold Rush to the Industrial Revolution, many men thought they had what it took to start a city. Through mass exodus of entrepreneurs arose a mass... Read more
Posted on 01 June 2020 TRAVEL -
10 Tricks You’ve Always Wanted To Teach Your Dog
Dogs have been our constant companion throughout the quarantine. Extra walks, cuddles, and playtime have become the norm over the past few months as we bunker... Read more
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How to Turn Reno Into a Relaxing Vacation
With Carson City by its side, Reno is Nevada’s westernmost frontier, working as Cali’s mirage beyond the brush of pine that so delicately separates vast forest... Read more
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The Only New Orleans Itinerary You Need for the Perfect Girls’ Trip
New Orleans has emerged as a hotspot for girl’s trips. It’s not hard to see why: NOLA is known for its delightful dining, over-the-top atmosphere, rich... Read more
Posted on 29 May 2020 TRAVEL -
13 Lowkey Adorable Things to Do in Fargo
Finding something low-key in an already low-key city makes discovering Fargo’s many hidden charms the ultimate urban scavenger hunt. Read more
Posted on 29 May 2020 TRAVEL -
14 Throwback Disney Channel Movies to Watch On Disney Plus Right Now
In the ‘90s and ‘00s, the hottest thing on TV for kids was Disney Channel Original Movies (DCOM). When a new movie was dropped, it became an obsession for many. Read more
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12 Gorgeous Spots to Visit on a Roadtrip Through Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, or ‘The UP’, is known for a natural backdrop that paints a sharp contrast to South Michigan’s urban sprawl. Read more
Posted on 28 May 2020 TRAVEL -
This Restaurant in Maryland is Enforcing Social Distancing the Right Way
With the cases of coronavirus illness on the decline, many businesses are working their way toward reopening while figuring out the best ways to keep their... Read more
Posted on 28 May 2020 TRAVEL -
Early ’90s & ’00s Nostalgia Toys Only Millennials Will Remember
We wouldn’t say that living in a world filled with uncertainty has caused us to regress. But we would say that nostalgia is hitting us a bit harder these days. Read more
Posted on 27 May 2020 TRAVEL -
Take Tours Around the World from Home When You Book Withlocals
Have you ever wondered how Belgians make the most perfect waffles? Or what the streets Amsterdam look like empty of tourists? Maybe you’d love to paint like an... Read more
Posted on 27 May 2020 TRAVEL -
9 Most Talented Tattoo Artists Across the Nation
Looking to get inked? A tattoo is a personal thing and the best artist for you depends on so many factors. Don’t just go for a “celebrity” artist. Do your... Read more
Posted on 26 May 2020 TRAVEL -
Learn How to Do the Perfect Messy Bun With These TikTok Videos
With week nine of lockdown in the rearview for some of us, we’re all leaning into quarantine fashion. Whether it’s Fancy Friday, a full-on Grizzly Addams... Read more
Posted on 26 May 2020 TRAVEL -
These Memes About Life After Quarantine Are Pretty Spot-On
As lockdowns begin to lift across the country and the end of quarantine seems to be getting closer, the internet is celebrating and speculating (with memes, of... Read more
Posted on 26 May 2020 TRAVEL
