Welcome to the Never Outdone Edit by Choose Chicago, the official destination marketing organization for Chicago, Illinois. Check out what’s new, next, and not-to-be-missed in the Best Big City in the US. From must-do events and cultural moments to hidden gems and local favorites, this is your guide to the city that’s Never Done. Never Outdone.
50+ things to do in Chicago this June
From Chicago Blues Festival to Chicago Pride Parade and everything in between, June is packed with festivals, art, parades, culinary events, outdoor adventures, and more.
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary in Chicago
We're honoring this national milestone year and the history of our great city with exciting exhibits, concerts, performances, and more.
Summer starts at Windy City Smokeout July 8–12
Catch Blake Shelton, Hootie & The Blowfish, Lainey Wilson, and more of country music’s hottest acts plus over 20 BBQ pitmasters from across the country.
The best free things to do in Millennium Park this summer
The beloved “summertime Chi” supplies non-stop open-air fun all over the city—but no place provides more top-tier free activities than Millennium Park.
A Home for Hope: Inside the Obama Presidential Center
Check out our latest podcast episode for an inside perspective on one of the most anticipated new cultural attractions and venues in the nation, opening on the South Side this month.
