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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10 Reasons Why Summer Is The Best Season in Chicago
Summer in the city is great for many obvious reasons, but here are the ones that stand out to us: Lake Michigan Whether you’re taking a dip on a hot day or... Read more
Posted on 10 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Get a Real ‘Taste of Chicago’ On a Sidewalk Food Tour
Great for locals and tourists alike, Sidewalk Food Tours of Chicago takes you around Chicago’s most interesting neighborhoods to sample their culinary delights. Read more
Posted on 10 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Adler After Dark Is the Best Way to Spend a Night Under the Stars
Photo Credit: Adler Planetarium When people think of having a night out on the town, oftentimes hitting up bars, clubs, and concerts comes to mind. Read more
Posted on 10 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Ballast Point Will Join Fulton Market Brewpub Scene in 2018
Photo Credit: Ballast Point via Instagram Ballast Point’s Midwestern Debut Photo Credit: Ballast Point via Instagram Fulton Market continues to transform as... Read more
Posted on 09 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Lollapalooza 2017: A Recap Of Our Long, Wild Weekend
Chicago’s biggest festival celebrated it’s 26th year in Grant Park last weekend. Spoiler alert: It was better than ever. Photo Credit: Greg Noire When... Read more
Posted on 09 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Bon Appetit Names Chicago “Restaurant City of the Year”
If you’re only looking for deep dish pizza while visiting the Second City, you’re doing it wrong. At least the staff at Bon Appétit thinks so. Read more
Posted on 08 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Have a Prairie-Style Happy Hour at These Frank Lloyd Wright Houses
Photo Credit: Frank Lloyd Wright Trust Admiring architecture with a cocktail in hand sounds like a great way to spend an after-work evening, if you ask us.... Read more
Posted on 08 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Illinois’ Newest Holiday Is Official. Thanks, Obama!
Illinois has designated August 4 as “Barack Obama Day” after a declaration from Governor Bruce Rauner. August 4 is the birthdate of the former Illinois State... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Navy Pier Restarts Postponed Family Pavilion Renovations
Photo Credit: Navy Pier According to Crain’s Chicago, Navy Pier will begin renovations on the family pavilion near the main entrance after a two-year delay due... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Riverwalk ‘Floating Museum’ Drifts Its Way to Bridgeport, Navy Pier
Photo Credit: Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events The Chicago Riverwalk‘s latest art installation, titled River Assembly, is docking in... Read more
Posted on 04 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Garbage and Blondie Brilliantly Combined ’90s Grunge and ’80s New Wave
It was a sticky and sweet summer evening this past Saturday night at Ravinia, where Garbage and Blondie’s Rage and Rapture Tour continued on its quest to satisf... Read more
Posted on 04 August 2017 TRAVEL -
More Hot Summer Nights at Ravinia in August
Here’s What’s Happening at Ravinia This Month Photo Credit: Ravinia Summer’s hotter than ever at Ravinia. With stellar shows all season long, August continues t... Read more
Posted on 04 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Fulton Market Harvest Fest Celebrates Second Year
The ultimate fall block party is back for its second year and our stomachs are ready. Fulton Market Harvest Fest will have live music, craft beer, cooking demos... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2017 TRAVEL -
All-New Playground and Dog Park Opens Near McCormick Place
Photo Credit: Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance via Facebook Residents of the South Loop now have a brand new place to play with the family. Read more
Posted on 02 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Chicago Is the Next Fluent City
Innovative Language Learning Classes from Fluent City Have Arrived in Chicago In 2011, Fluent City began offering language classes that focused not on memorizin... Read more
Posted on 01 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Cubs Make Peace With Steve Bartman By Presenting a World Series Ring
Finally, the saga of Steve Bartman has finally reached a highly deserved happy ending. Yesterday, Bartman, whose name has become one of the most notorious in... Read more
Posted on 01 August 2017 TRAVEL -
Chicago Becomes Westeros With Iron Throne Replica on Michigan Ave
Cersei might be sitting on it right now, and at the rate she’s moving, Daenarys might be sitting on it pretty soon, but from now until end of September, you... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2017 TRAVEL -
Amazing Fireworks Water Display Returns to the Riverwalk Next Week
The Chicago Riverwalk continues to establish itself as a leading city attraction, as it now plans to bring back one of the highlights of its major summer... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2017 TRAVEL -
The Ultimate Guide to Lollapalooza
Each winter, there are always a few frigid days that make us question our decision to live in Chicago. These are always short-lived for many reasons, and one... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2017 TRAVEL -
Sofar Sounds: The Largest Music Movement You’ve Never Heard Of
Sofar Sounds Chicago takes the music-going experience to a whole new level. Think: a different venue every night, featured artists ranging in genre and style,... Read more
Posted on 28 July 2017 TRAVEL
