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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‘World’s Largest Loop Coaster’ Coming to Six Flags in 2018
A loop coaster has no name – Six Flags Great America in Gurnee has recently announced the ‘World’s Largest Loop Coaster‘ is coming to the park in Spring 2018. Read more
Posted on 05 September 2017 TRAVEL -
Open House Chicago Celebrates the City’s Most Impressive Architecture
Photo Credit: Open House Chicago via Facebook Open House Chicago Offers an Inside Look at the City’s Coolest Buildings Calling all architecture fanatics and... Read more
Posted on 05 September 2017 TRAVEL -
September Concert Preview: The Final Days of Music Outdoors
The summer of 2017 in Chicago has been filled with great concerts, but summer is slowing slipping away. So we rounded up the best upcoming outdoor shows (plus... Read more
Posted on 01 September 2017 TRAVEL -
Green Day At Wrigley Field: Lessons in Rock Longevity
Green Day took to the giant stage in the outfield of Wrigley Field last Thursday attempting to answer the question: how do you keep a rock act going for longer... Read more
Posted on 31 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Recap: The Characters That Came to Life at Wizard World Comic Con
Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages from all over the country to celebrate their favorite television show, games,... Read more
Posted on 31 August 2017 TRAVEL -
5 Family-Friendly September Events in Chicago
Ah, September. A month where the weather chills out, the leaves start getting a little crisper, and tired parents finally get to bring their summered-out... Read more
Posted on 30 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Goodbye Sue: World’s Largest Dinosaur Takes Her Spot at Field Museum
According to NBC Chicago, the city’s beloved Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil, Sue, will no longer reign in the main hall of the Field Museum. Read more
Posted on 30 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Night at the Zoo: The Adult-Only Event You Can’t Miss
Photo Credit: Lincoln Park Zoo Lions and tigers and beer, oh my! It’s an adults-only party with the animals at Lincoln Park Zoo’s “Night at the Zoo,” happening... Read more
Posted on 29 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Free Chicago Museum Days in September
Chicago is home to some of the most fascinating museums in the world. From art to invention, to constellations and natural history, you can cover it all in the... Read more
Posted on 29 August 2017 TRAVEL -
6 Modern Speakeasies to Seek Out In Chicago
Looking to add a certain je ne sais quoi to your weekend routine? Speakeasies have just the right kind of mystique to make your night out one-of-a-kind. Read more
Posted on 28 August 2017 TRAVEL -
The Ultimate Crosstown Rivalry: Chicago Cubs Vs. White Sox
The Chicago Cubs and White Sox rivalry has been going on ever since the 1906 World Series game, where the White Sox beat the Cubs in the first, and only,... Read more
Posted on 28 August 2017 TRAVEL -
15 Upcoming Events for a September to Remember
September might be Chicago’s best month yet The city is jam-packed with so many events next month, we can barely keep track. It’s typically a hectic time of... Read more
Posted on 25 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Chicago Cubs Facts
Think you’re a Cubs fan? How many of these 10 Chicago Cubs facts did you know? 1. What took so long for the Cubs to install lights at Wrigley? Former owner P.K. Read more
Posted on 25 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Chicago White Sox Facts
Think you’re a Chicago White Sox fan? How many of these 10 Chicago White Sox facts did you know? 1. Home roots The Chicago White Sox was established in 1893 as ... Read more
Posted on 25 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Get Ready to Hit Fulton Market for the West Loop Art Fest
Photo Credit: Star Events via Facebook West Loop Art Fest Returns to Fulton Market A favorite family-friendly event returns to one of Chicago’s hippest... Read more
Posted on 25 August 2017 TRAVEL -
8 Things to Do Over Labor Day Weekend in Chicago
Make the most of your time off Labor Day weekend is your last hoorah before summer’s gone for good. So why not do it big? We did some research and created a lis... Read more
Posted on 24 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Illinois Ranked 3rd in Nation for Women’s Equality
Photo Credit: WalletHub More now than in previous years, the concept of women’s rights and equality is prevalent in national conversation. Read more
Posted on 23 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Best Bars to Watch the McGregor/Mayweather Fight in Chicago
Old Town Social Photo Credit: Old Town Social 455 West North Avenue Cover Charge: $20 Seating: No minimum fee; by reservation Time: 7pm The Boundary Photo... Read more
Posted on 23 August 2017 TRAVEL -
New Patio Alert: Get a Little Toasted On the Chicago Riverfront
“Coffee, toast, whiskey, beer.” Such combinations are what read the Instagram bio of Little Toasted, the younger sibling of its predecessor, Slightly Toasted. Read more
Posted on 22 August 2017 TRAVEL -
North Coast Music Festival: Afterparties, New Stages, and Interactive Features
Get ready to groove with “summer’s last stand” at North Coast Music Festival. It’s all happening at Union Park, September 1 – 3. Read more
Posted on 22 August 2017 TRAVEL
