CHICAGO MARATHON

On Sunday, October 9, 2022, an anticipated 40,000 runners will be racing through the streets of Chicago, as they make their way to the finish line of one of the premier running events in the world. 

FOOD & DRINK

This weekend, Lincoln Park Wine Fest transforms tranquil Jonquil Park into an open-air market featuring wine and food pavilions.

Friday, October 7 - Sunday, October 9
Jonquil Park
1001 W. Wrightwood

Enjoy 40% off select wines and $4 off hand crafted cocktails Monday - Friday from 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at Casati's Modern Italian.

Mondays - Fridays
4:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Casati's Modern Italian
444 W. Fullerton

One FREE donut for the first 36 guests every Saturday and Sunday! Hurry and grab 'em before they're gone!

Saturday, October 8 - Sunday, October 9
Benchmark
1510 N. Wells

Badger fan? Sign up for tickets that includes a 2 hour tailgate, 4 drink tickets, pizza buffet, a bus ride to the Wisconsin - Northwestern football game, plus a custom T-Shirt!

Saturday, October 8
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Ranalli's Pizza and Bar
1925 N. Lincoln
THEATER & COMEDY

Chicago's A-listers shine on stage with their Giordano dance partner in the 15th annual Dancing with the Giordano Stars competition, the liveliest fundraiser of the year! Contestants sweat through weeks of training to impress guest judges and secure the coveted disco ball. Support your favorite Star and stay to dance the night away!

Thursday, October 6
7:00 p.m.
Park West
322 W. Armitage

Adapted by J. Nicole Brooks from Eve L. Ewing’s collection of searing and luminous poems, this world premiere is a hopeful, lyrical exploration of Black Chicagoan’s resistance, fortitude and endurance: past, present and future.

Through Saturday, October 29
Steppenwolf Theatre
1650 N. Halsted

The premise is that Mrs. Mary Margaret O’Brien, a former nun, is at Greenhouse Theater to raise money while playing bingo and talking about Halloween traditions, scary movies, condemned board games, haunted churches, the best candy, and the worst costumes!

Thursday, October 6 - Sunday, October 30
Greenhouse Theater
2257 N. Lincoln

Rock, laugh, and party at the most interactive and unique theater show in the city!

Briar Street Theatre
3133 N. Halsted
FAMILY FUN

Join Chicago History Museum for a day of activities celebrating the first-year anniversary of the City on Fire: Chicago 1871 exhibition, which explores the social, political, and economic dynamics of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.
There will be several family-friendly activities, including a musical performance, dollmaking activities, and character-led tours of City on Fire.

Saturday, October 8
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark

Opening October 8, 2022, the Hawver and Lacy Families Nature’s PlaySpace is an interactive experience that will connect the Nature Museum's youngest guests to nature in new ways. Children up to age 7 can explore a variety of nature-themed sections and stimulate their senses with over 25 fun interactives!

Saturday, October 8
9:00 a.m.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon

When the lights turn off at the end of the day, do the artifacts come out to play? Some Chicago History Museum staff members think so. In fact, some toy dolls have escaped from storage, and they need your help to find them!

Thursday, October 6 - Sunday, November 6
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark
ITINERARY: HALLOWEEN PREP

Long week? Unwind with bottomless select cocktails from 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. every Saturday & Sunday at Old Pueblo Cantina. Take advantage of the lunch and drink weekend specials!

Old Pueblo Cantina
1200 W. Webster

After lunch, take a quick stroll to find the perfect Halloween costume at Chicago Costume. Chicago Costume has been outfitting residents of Chicago in simple to elaborate costumes since 1976.

Chicago Costume Company
1120 W. Fullerton
LINCOLN PARK CALENDAR & BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Looking for more great things to do? Check out our Events Calendar to stay on top of the latest neighborhood happenings.

Browse the Lincoln Park Business Directory to find information on all Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce members – area shops, restaurants, theater, music and more!