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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
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 Things to Do in Chicago This November
The Windy City gets ready for another year of fall and winter excitement There’s more to November than dudes not shaving. Next month is offering tons of... Read more
Posted on 26 October 2016 TRAVEL -
The Cubs Don’t Need Your Predictions
The Cubs entering the World Series is a lot like Halloween… Photo Credit: Michael Mulvihill via Twitter; Dan Carson via FOX Sports Everyone gets worked up into ... Read more
Posted on 26 October 2016 TRAVEL -
10 Instagram Photos of True Love for the Cubs
Heartwarming snapshots that’ll make you catch all the World Series feels There’s no doubt that you can feel the love for the Chicago Cubs from every corner of... Read more
Posted on 25 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Here’s Where You Should Buy Your Cubs Tickets
Think World Series tickets are out of the question? Go to Cleveland. Now that the Cubs have advanced to the World Series, seats to attend have become the hottes... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2016 FAMILY -
If ‘The Walking Dead’ Took Place in Chicago
We’d be kind of screwed, but it’s okay Photo Credit: MovieWeb Last night, millions of viewers sat on the edges of their seats to endure the near ulcer-inducing... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Billy Elliot Takes to the Stage in Leaps and Bounds
A lively story of hope amidst hardship This 10-time Tony Award-winning musical is once again gracing the Chicagoland theatre scene with the production of Billy... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2016 ENTERTAINMENT -
The Black Couch Studio: Logan Square Warehouse to Community Haven
A two-person team that’s tackling a greater good Last week, we were invited to The Black Couch Studio in Logan Square for their Second Friday series. Read more
Posted on 21 October 2016 TRAVEL -
The Chicago Hearing Society: “We Deserve to Survive.”
How one organization will lift up a community for generations to come Here at UrbanMatter, we love to hear from others. Connecting with people is so important t... Read more
Posted on 21 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Chicago Ranked #2 Best City to Visit by Condé Nast Traveler
Chicago takes second place out of 606 cities surveyed Mayor Rahm Emanuel just recently announced that Chicago received the #2 ranking for best cities to visit b... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2016 TRAVEL -
A Sample of the Best Hipster Fried Chicken Places in Chicago
Hipsters get a bad rap. Normally they are described as unmotivated, pretentious, neck-bearded, skinny jean wearers that really don’t contribute much to... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2016 DINING OUT -
Halloween Family Festival at the Chicago Riverwalk
The final phase of the Riverwalk project is celebrated with Halloween fun Yesterday, Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced that the third and final phase of the Chicago... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Celebrity BBQ Champion Opens First Smokehouse Today in Wrigleyville
The self-titled “winningest man in BBQ” brings his business to Chicago Photo Credit: Youtube Barbecue Hall of Famer and 4-time World Champion griller, Myron... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2016 TRAVEL -
We Solemnly Swear That There’s Another Harry Potter Party in Chicago
Calling all wizards and muggles…again! Remember our last Harry Potter dinner article, when we asked “Which Chicago restaurant will be next to host a dinner for... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Chicago Named Best Winter Getaway for Low Travel Costs
The city was ranked for the lowest travel costs and fewest hassles Sure – warm weather, white sands, palm trees, and bottomless piña coladas might win most... Read more
Posted on 18 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Chicago Restaurant Ranks as Nation’s Best for Second Year in a Row
Chicago represented again in TripAdvisor’s annual ranking Photo Credit: Britt Stromberg TripAdvisor released their annual report on the top 25 restaurants in th... Read more
Posted on 18 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Chicago’s Country Bars: Yes, There Are More Than Bub City and Old Crow
Although, Bub City and Old Crow are awesome Photo Credit: Bub City It wouldn’t be a true compilation of Chicago country bars without mentioning Bub City and... Read more
Posted on 18 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Young Frankenstein is Frightingly Funny
A Halloween comedy classic plays in Lake Forest Just in time for Halloween, the Lake Forest Theatre presents Young Frankenstein in all of its gory glory! Read more
Posted on 17 October 2016 THEATRE & OPERA -
Now Playing: Krzysztof’s Romeo and Juliet at the Joffrey Ballet
A raw and riveting interpretation of a timeless story The Joffrey Ballet Company opens its 2016-2017 season this month with Polish National Ballet Director... Read more
Posted on 17 October 2016 TRAVEL -
Go to This New Harry Potter Dinner If You Missed City Winery’s
The latest installation: Harry Potter and the Order from the Dinner Menu Seems as though the City Winery Expecto! dinner started a trend with the Harry Potter... Read more
Posted on 14 October 2016 ENTERTAINMENT -
Gloria Steinem Kicks Off Chicago Humanities Fest
The iconic activist set the bar for the rest of the festival Gloria Steinem reads from her book “My Life on the Road”. Last night, social activist Gloria... Read more
Posted on 14 October 2016 TRAVEL
