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Posts from Category "Celebration"
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The History of Christkindlmarkets
Since 1996, the Christkindlmarket has become one of Chicago’s most beloved holiday traditions, putting an Old-World spirit in the heart of a modern American city. The history of outdoor winter markets goes all the way back to the Middle Ages, but, as much as they embody the Christmas spirit, their popularity today wouldn’t be possible […]
December 14, 2023
- Activities
- Celebration
The History of Halloween
For Halloween, eATLAS is moving outside our regular deep dives into the stories of Chicago into the history of the holiday. For Halloween-themed adventures, take the Medieval Torture Museum’s “Are You Brave Enough” tour of the bloodiest spots in the Loop, check out our tour of the gravesites of the famous Chicagoans buried in Graceland […]
October 26, 2023
- Celebration
Happy Mexican Independence Day!
In celebration of Mexican Independence Day, eATLAS is exploring the history of Chicago’s Mexican community. We have two tours of Pilsen—Frida & Friends: Food & Art in Pilsen is a walking tour of the neighborhood, while Revolutionary Ride (available in English and Spanish) explores the public art in Pilsen and Humboldt Park by bicycle. By […]
September 14, 2023
- Celebration
Where to Celebrate 420 in Chicago
The 2020 decriminalization of cannabis in Chicago has led to all sorts of events going on throughout Chicago on April 20, aka 420. We’ve found our favorites and have listed them below. And if you’re looking for a full day’s worth of activities, check out our own 420 tour here. By Dave Lifton (@daveeatschicago) We […]
April 20, 2023
- Celebration
Chicago Gets a Second St. Patrick’s Day in 2023!
What’s more fun than celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago? Being able to celebrate it twice! By Dave Lifton (@daveeatschicago) The Chicago area has traditionally held its parades on the Saturday before March 17th, which, in 2023, was March 11th. That means that St. Patrick’s Day proper falls on a Friday, giving Chicagoans who don’t […]
March 16, 2023
- Celebration
Happy Mardi Gras 2023! Where to Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler in Chicago
By Dave Lifton (@daveeatschicago) For lovers of New Orleans culture all over the world, the day before Ash Wednesday is Mardi Gras, the conclusion of a season filled with parades and merriment that ushers in Lent. In 2023, Mardi Gras falls on Feb. 21st, and although Chicago is about 925 miles from New Orleans, there […]
February 16, 2023