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Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities
Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities showcases the innovative works of four internationally celebrated Chicago-based artists, Claire Ashley, Faheem Majeed, Yvette Mayorga and Carlos Rolón, pioneering the use of Augmented Reality (AR) for the first time in the vibrant setting of Millennium Park.
Buddy at the Chicago Cultural Center
Public Media Institute's shop in the Chicago Cultural Center gives Chicago's artists and small manufacturers a place to showcase and sell their goods and artwork.
Chicago Blues Festival
The largest FREE Blues festival in the world, the festival features top tier talent performing in Chicago’s Millennium Park.
Chicago Cultural Center
Drawn by its beauty and the fabulous free public events, hundreds of thousands of visitors come to the Chicago Cultural Center every year, making it one of the most visited attractions in Chicago.
Chicago Cultural Center Building Tours
Gaze at the world's largest Tiffany stained-glass dome, as well as beautifully ornate multi-colored mosaics, marble and molding during guided architectural tours of the Chicago Cultural Center.
Chicago Cultural Center — Claudia Cassidy Theater
The 200-seat multi-purpose theater has been transformed with all new theater seats and major technology upgrades, including a state-of-the-art movie projector, screen, and speaker system.
Chicago Gospel Music Festival
This FREE inspirational music festival brings audiences of all ages and backgrounds together to celebrate the power of music.
Chicago Jazz Festival
Known for its artistic creativity, the Chicago Jazz Festival is a favorite Labor Day Weekend tradition. It promotes awareness and appreciation for all forms of jazz through free, quality live musical performance.
Chicago SummerDance
The beloved Chicago SummerDance series returns this summer at parks across the city and downtown. Dancers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in introductory dance lessons by professional instructors followed by live music and dancing.
City of Chicago Christmas Tree
Chicago’s “official” Christmas tree, the 112th Annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree in Millennium Park, will shine brightly near the intersection of Michigan Ave. and Washington St.
Exquisite Canvas: Mural Takeover by Andy Bellomo, Stephanie ‘Stef Skills’ Garland, and Gabriel Villa
Exquisite Canvas is a living exhibition of public art presented at the Chicago Cultural Center. The Michigan Avenue Gallery walls will become an expansive and awe-inspiring canvas for ten weeks, meticulously painted with narratives of hope, resilience, and the brilliant spirit that defines Chicago. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in a dynamic display of the creativity that covers buildings and viaducts throughout the city.
Franz West: Millennium Park
Franz West: Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park.
Great Ideas of Humanity: One of a Series
Featuring works that embrace the increasing globalization of our world and celebrate the resulting cross-pollination of ideas, philosophies, societies, and cultures. The exhibition is a visual response from a variety of artists on the idea of great design and creativity in history.
Kerry James Marshall Mural at the Chicago Cultural Center
Renowned artist and MacArthur Fellow Kerry James Marshall created an epic, large-scale mural for the Chicago Cultural Center, honoring 20 women who have shaped the city's vibrant arts and culture landscape. The 132-foot by 100-foot mural is the largest artwork he has ever designed or created.
Learning Lab Artist-in-Residence
The Learning Lab at the Chicago Cultural Center is an interactive studio that offers sights, sounds, and experiences for visitors of all ages and a wide range of abilities.
Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony & Parade
Chicago's Memorial Day Parade honors all men and woman who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.
Millennium Park
Discover a state-of-the-art collection of architecture, landscape design and art that provide the backdrop for hundreds of free cultural programs including concerts, exhibitions, tours, and family activities. In Millennium Park, you’ll find a new kind of town square – a lively, spectacular gathering spot located in the heart of the city and a destination for Chicagoans and visitors alike.
Millennium Park Holiday Market
Start your holiday shopping with one-of-a-kind items, including jewelry, fashion, painting, sculpture, prints, drawings and more.
Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Along
The Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Along invites Chicagoans and visitors to sing out and celebrate Chicago’s diverse holiday traditions at 6 p.m. on Fridays, December 5, 12 & 19.
Millennium Park Outdoor Public Art Walking Tour
Tours take place the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, May 17–October 18, 2025.
Millennium Park Summer Film Series
This summer, DCASE is pleased to present the Millennium Park Summer Film Series on Tuesdays from July 1 through August 19. Films start at 6:30 p.m.
Millennium Park Summer Music Series
Millennium Park Summer Music Series features a wide variety of music from established and emerging artists at the iconic Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
Millennium Park Summer Workouts
The workouts take place in Millennium Park on Saturdays, May 17 to August 30, 8-11:45 a.m. with a series of 45-minute workouts including Pilates, Yoga, Cardio Kickboxing and Zumba®.
Neighborhood Cultural Spotlight Exhibitions in the Welcome Center
Neighborhood Cultural Spotlight features people, places and organizations nominated by Chicagoans for their cultural contribution to their neighborhood’s vitality. Learn about new cultural assets each month in this space, and then visit them in person in their community or online!
Parades
Find out when your favorite parade is taking place in Chicago.
Praise House: We All Shine
The Chicago Architecture Biennial (CAB) CAB Studio is a year-round exhibition space located on the first floor of the Chicago Cultural Center.
Taste of Chicago
Established in 1980, this uniquely-Chicago summertime tradition returns with an impressive array of eateries showcasing the city’s culinary excellence and diversity.
Under the Dome Concert
Musicians will perform under the Hall’s Louis Comfort Tiffany art glass dome — the largest Tiffany glass dome in the world.