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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.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 1692 )
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4 Chicago Boxing Gyms to Take a Swing At
With a summer of partying, dining and tanning, why not do some training at a boxing gym to keep fit? Boxing is a healthy form of exercise that burns calories an... Read more
Posted on 14 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Embrace Your Inner Lego Master Builder At Brickworld This Weekend
With the possible exception of the song “Barbie Girl” by Aqua, the biggest toy-related phenomenon to come out of Denmark in the last half century has to be... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Chicago River’s North Branch Restructure to Bring More Jobs
The restructuring of the Chicago River’s North Branch is set to bring more jobs by adding more office space, retail store fronts, and residential buildings to... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Ragtime Shines As It Pursues The American Dream
Calling out racism, women’s roles, wage inequality and immigration, the Tony-award winning production of Ragtime by the Griffin Theatre Company is just as... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Prairie Style is Coming to the City
Even New Yorkers are Drawn to Chicago! Jim Meehan, cocktail expert best known for the Manhattan speakeasy PDT (Please Don’t Tell), is going to be mixing up... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2017 TRAVEL -
John Legend Lives Up to His Name at Ravinia
Under a perfect, breezy, starlit sky, John Legend headlined Ravinia’s opening night kicking off his Darkness and Light Tour. The Grammy-winning singer-songwrite... Read more
Posted on 12 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Trench: The Reestablished Wicker Park Watering Hole
Fairly new to the Chicago streets, Trench delivers a well-refined story across its menu, design and atmosphere. Trench nestles within the multi-storied stones o... Read more
Posted on 12 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Stop and Smell the Rosé: Chicago Rosé Day Hits River North
Yes Way, Rosé! Summer is here! And what better way to spend it than sipping chilled wine and tasting artisanal foods with your BFFs at River North’s most... Read more
Posted on 09 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Free Art Museums in Chicago That You Shouldn’t Overlook
Chicago is a city of famous museums. In addition to its well-known museums, Chicago offers a variety of smaller, lesser known galleries. Read more
Posted on 09 June 2017 TRAVEL -
The 24th Annual Chicago Underground Film Festival: Review
As you walk into the Logan Theatre for the Chicago Underground Film Festival, there’s an immediate feeling of intimacy. To the right is the lounge, where folks... Read more
Posted on 09 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Best Places in Chicago to Drink Like Your Dad
You probably fancy yourself quite the man (or gal) of the town, but how does your drinking prowess measure up to your old man’s? Read more
Posted on 09 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Chicago’s Techweek to Host Leaders of the Latest Tech Companies
Check out the latest innovations and the hottest tech companies at Techweek, happening June 19 – 23. This year’s week-long event hosts over 20 guest speakers... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2017 TRAVEL -
WarPigs Has Something Brewing in Chicago
Photo Credit: Mikkeller There’s a new Danish coming to Chicago—but it ain’t for breakfast. WarPigs Brewing, beer baby of Denmark’s Mikkeller and Munster,... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2017 TRAVEL -
First Responder Bowl: CFD Vs. CPD Highlights
Photo Credit: Emma Horath Friendly competition between Chicagoland first responders took place at Brother Rice High School in Chicago on Sunday, June 4. Read more
Posted on 08 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Cheesie’s Pub & Grub: The Ultimate Comfort Food and Craft Beer Destination
It’s no secret that the people of Chicago just can’t get enough cheese. With our glorious deep dish pizzas and our proximity to neighboring Wisconsin, the... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Pilsen Food Truck Social Provides Good Eats and Live Beats
Photo Credit: Pilsen Food Truck Social Pilsen prides itself as being the heart of the city’s arts culture community, and it just makes sense that a Pilsen Food... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2017 TRAVEL -
World’s Largest Block Party Will Be ‘Bringing It Back to the Block’
Mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss out on one of Chicago’s biggest summer traditions, the 33rd annual World’s Largest Block Party. Read more
Posted on 06 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Everything You Need to Know About the 48th Annual Chicago Pride Parade
June is the Month to Let Your Pride Shine Photo Credit: ChicagoPride.com via Facebook It’s that time of year again! If you don’t fly the rainbow flag year-round... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2017 TRAVEL -
U2 Delivers Stellar Chicago Performance On ‘The Joshua Tree’ Tour
Photo Credit: Anna K. Wince In their Chicago performance at Soldier Field, Irish rockers U2 demonstrated that they’re still a powerful unit. Read more
Posted on 06 June 2017 TRAVEL -
Our Weekend at Two Brothers Summer Festival 2017
The Two Brothers Summer Festival was the perfect way to kick off summer with great food, great beer, and great music. This year was the ninth year for the... Read more
Posted on 05 June 2017 TRAVEL
