Searching for what to do next weekend in Chicago? Below are the top things to do in Chicago next weekend (November 8-10, 2024). (You can find the best things to do this weekend here.)
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Next Weekend Events in Chicago
Below are the best next weekend events in Chicago:
Chicago Humanities Fall Festival – Through November 9, 2024
Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA) International Latino Festival – Through November 17, 2024
Black Harvest Film Festival – Through November 21, 2024
Renegade Craft Fair – November 9-10, 2024
Chicago Toy & Game Fair – November 9-10, 2024
More Next Weekend Events in Chicago
Below are more events taking place next weekend in Chicago:
Dozin’ with the Dinos (at the Field Museum) – Friday, November 8, 2024
Pumpkin Smash (Lake View) – Saturday, November 9, 2024, 10am -2pm
Friendsgiving (at Gallagher Way) – Saturday, November 9, 2024, 3-7pm | FREE
More Things to Do in Chicago Next Weekend
In addition to the weekend events listed above, below are more of the best things to do in Chicago next weekend:
Take an Architecture River Cruise
Chicago has amazing architecture and the best way to enjoy it is joining an architecture river cruise.
Look for Street Art
Chicago is full of street art and there are always new murals popping up. One of the most famous Chicago murals is “Moose Bubblegum Bubble” (pictured above) by Jacob Watts located at 33 E. Ida B. Wells Drive. It is part of the Wabash Arts Corridor which is walking distance to Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and other tourist attractions.
Another famous mural is the Greetings From Chicago Mural at 2226 N Milwaukee Ave. You can see this mural and other street art on this street art tour.
Check Out the New Flyover Chicago at Navy Pier
Flyover Chicago, an immersive flyover experience, is Chicago’s newest attraction.
Other fun attractions at Navy Pier include a large Ferris wheel (click here to purchase a fast pass ticket and skip the long line) and other rides and games.
Navy Pier is also home to the Chicago Children’s Museum which is perfect for toddlers and younger kids.
Titanic: The Exhibition
Titanic: The Exhibition is ending its limited time run in the Chicago area in a few weeks. This interactive experience allows you to step inside recreations of the Titanic’s interior. Immerse yourself in the stories of its passengers, see hundreds of artifacts, and discover the tale of the design, creation, launch, maiden voyage, and tragedy of the historic ship.
Where: 4963 Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie, IL 60077 (about 17 miles from downtown Chicago)
Cost: Price varies. Click here for full prices and to purchase tickets in advance.
As you can see there are many things to do in Chicago next weekend. If you are looking for things to do during the week, here are more things to do in Chicago in November.