Things To Do
Chicago River Dyeing
The Chicago River is dyed green annually for St. Patrick's Day on the Saturday before the holiday, which in 2026 is March 14th! Join the crowds on Saturday morning to watch the river be dyed green, a tradition that dates back to 1962. Be sure to bring some green attire! Hit up one or two or three of the many Irish pubs afterward to keep the party going with the rest of the city
Tortoise Supper Club
A Chicago owned, swanky supper club featuring prime rib, steaks, fresh seafood, & live jazz in the heart of River North
Gilt Bar
If you are looking for some good cocktails head over to the Gilt Bar, we recommend asking to be seated at 'The Library'. Hidden in the basement through an anonymous side door, The Library immediately transports to a speakeasy of Chicago's Prohibition era. Here, Gilt Bar is distilled to its essence: a wine-toned jewel box with velvet booths, vintage art and books under fringed chandeliers offering a warm glow.
The Berghoff Restaurant
The Berghoff is a rarity in America’s restaurant industry—100% family-owned and operated for more than a century. It began with an immigrant and a dream… and a love of beer ! An iconic Chicago Loop restaurant known for its beer and German food.
Pizano's Pizza & Pasta
Lauren's favorite deep dish pizza in all of Chicago. (Plus it's Hannah's favorite Italian restaurant too!)
Pequod's Pizza
Hannah's favorite deep dish pizza in all of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago
If you're a lover of art, you need to check out The Art Institute of Chicago! Explore thousands of artworks in the museum’s collection—from our renowned icons to lesser-known works from every corner of the globe.
Lincoln Park Zoo
The Lincoln Park Zoo is open 365 days a year and entry is always free! Founded in 1868, the Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the most historic zoos in North America and one of the only free admission zoos in the country. Lauren's favorite exhibit is the McCormick Bird House, and Hannah's is the Regenstein's Small Mammal-Reptile House.
Lincoln Park Conservatory
Located directly next to the Lincoln Park Zoo is the Conservatory! It is free entry with a reservation/ticket! All visits require a timed entry ticket, so be sure to reserve a time slot online in advance. Same day tickets may be available for immediate entry. Tickets can be booked for entry from 10 am until 4 pm, Wednesday through Sunday, doors close at 5pm.
Shedd Aquarium
The Shedd Aquarium is actively involved in protecting endangered species and their habitats, both locally and globally, through conservation programs and research initiatives. We highly recommend checking it out, it has many types of sea life to observe and is overall a beautiful immersive setting. Or you can come check out the coolest aquarium in Chicago... My shrimp tank (available by appointment only though)!
Sidetrack
For our gays (LBGTQ+ friends) if you want to go out and have fun !
