Five Things to Do: February 20-22

February 23, 2026February 18, 2026 by Sarah Steimer

What to do in Chicago this weekend.

Drum Roles

February 25, 2026February 18, 2026 by Lynette Smith

Two decades in, Third Coast Percussion continues to push its sound in new directions.

February 16, 2026February 12, 2026 by Sarah Steimer

What to do and see in Chicago this weekend.

February 15, 2026February 10, 2026 by Chicago Magazine

Before Charlie Trotter and Rick Bayless and Grant Achatz, there was Louis Szathmary and the Bakery.

February 7, 2026February 5, 2026 by Sarah Steimer

Looking ahead at concept vehicles, the debut of Chi-Town Alley, and a Family Zone that spans the exhibition’s run.

February 3, 2026February 2, 2026 by Lynette Smith

As a musician, the author had performed with some big acts in big venues. Then came the pandemic.

January 30, 2026January 29, 2026 by Chicago Magazine

Two of the city’s favorite comic book shops give the medium the reverence — and irreverence — it deserves.

February 19, 2026January 28, 2026 by Lynette Smith

Top 10 reasons to fill up your calendar this month

January 28, 2026January 21, 2026 by Lynette Smith

Route 66 turns 100 this year, and it’s worth all the centennial hubbub. Here’s what to know about this asphalt-turned-artifact.

January 8, 2026January 7, 2026 by Lynette Smith

The singer-songwriter, 62, on crafting tunes, embracing ballads, and playing nice with fans