Thrust Theater

The Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival is now the largest in the world, hosting over 180 groups from around the globe, performing nearly 200 shows over 8 days. Every hour, on the hour, performances take place in each of Stage 773’s four performance spaces. With the festival averaging 20 shows a night, over 11,000 patrons annualy brave the Chicago winter to enjoy this comedy oasis.

Sunday, January 10
4:00pm

St Charles

The Chicago bike show is back and bigger than ever with $5000 in cash and trophies up for grabs for Bikes in 13 Classes.

Thursday, January 7 | 2pm-8pm
Friday, January 8 | 10am-8pm
Saturday, January 9 | 10am-6pm

Museum of Science + Industry

On Illinois Free Days, Museum Entry is free for all Illinois residents who show valid proof of residency.

Thursday-Friday, January 7-8
9:30am-4pm

1579 N Milwaukee Ave

Escape Artistry is dedicated to producing immersive, imaginative, and innovative room escapes. Guests are given 60 minutes to work together to find the clues, solve the riddles, get the key, and escape. Escape Artistry offers story driven puzzles that teach you about the world, the people in the room with you, and yourself.

Thursday-Sunday, January 7-10
$28 tickets

Rockefeller Memorial Chapel

Join the University of Chicago as they honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect on our collective responsibility to work towards a more equitable society.

Monday, January 11
6:00pm
Free admission