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Five Things to Do: March 6-8
In need of a laugh? Stand-up comedian and actor Frankie Quiñones brings his Good Vibes Only Tour to Park West. Hot tip: You can watch his comedy special, Damn That’s Crazy on Hulu beforehand so you know what you’re in for — or watch it after if you’re left wanting more. March 6. axs.com.
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The Wackiest Diner In Illinois Has Been Serving Up Burgers And Sass For Decades
There’s a place in Chicago where the servers might tell you to stop staring at the menu like it’s written in hieroglyphics. Ed Debevic’s in Chicago, Illinois is where classic diner food meets comedy club energy, and honestly, it’s the most fun you can have while eating a cheeseburger.
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These Illinois Pizza Originals Still Make People Wait For A Slice
Nothing humbles you like being hungry and still happily waiting in line. That is what Illinois pizza originals do, because the slice is worth it and everyone in the room knows it. These places are not chasing trends. They are the old-school spots that built their reputations the slow way,...
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Anne Frank The Exhibition Makes Midwest Debut at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Chicago — Griffin Museum of Science and Industry will be the Midwest host of Anne Frank The Exhibition. A presentation of the Anne Frank House, the exhibition features a pioneering experience outside of Amsterdam to immerse visitors in a full-scale, fully furnished recreation of the Annex rooms where Anne Frank, her parents and sister and four other Jewish refugees spent two years hiding to evade Nazi capture. Anne Frank The Exhibition opens May 1, 2026.
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Pho Thien Vietnamese Building Second Location Near Chicago Premium Outlets
The Vietnamese restaurant is stepping foot into a new area of west Chicagoland. Pho Thien Vietnamese Kitchen will debut a new location at 2365 N Farnsworth Avenue in Aurora. This is just west of the Chicago Premium Outlets mall. Owner Thien Nguyen told What Now Chicago the estimated opening date right now is April 10.
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Family-Owned Cafe Opening at Former BISTRO 6050 Space in Portage Park
A new family-owned cafe will be serving up specialty drinks and sandwiches in the northwest suburb. From their social media, the owners of Hey Friends Cafe announced their new business is coming to 6050 W Irving Park Road in Portage Park. This is near Wilbur Wright College in the neighborhood. Co-owner Amanda Agosto told What Now Chicago she and her husband Victor are hoping to open the cafe by the end of May.
CHICAGO READER
Best coffee and community hub started by a young entrepreneur on the far south side
Local businesses are often cornerstones of Chicago neighborhoods, creating spaces that foster community and connection. There are just a handful tucked into the corners of my far south-side neighborhood—including the renowned sandwich shop, Home of the Hoagy—but one of my favorites is Erin’s Cup & Cookies. Alongside...
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Chicago-Area Live Music Recommendations for March 4-10
Each Wednesday, WTTW News producer Josh Terry presents must-see live music shows from indie rock to jazz, country, hip-hop and more. Daily Chicagoan, the newsletter from WTTW News, sends these picks to your inbox each week along with more essential recommendations from our staff. Sign up here. Wednesday, March 4:
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Gorillaz to return to Chicago for ‘The Mountain Tour 2026’
CHICAGO — The Gorillaz are embarking on their latest tour this year and Chicago is among the stops. The U.K. experimental band announced “The Mountain Tour 2026” on Instagram on Tuesday, and it is set to make a stop at the United Center on Oct. 6. According to the band, the 23-stop tour will feature […]
CHICAGO READER
Best place for all-day cardamom drinks and community organizing
Walking Broadway Avenue, just north of Wilson, late at night, one might hear the live music, the surf sound of conversation, and perhaps the hiss of a milk steamer. A few people enter, and the sound amplifies as the door opens. It is well past expected coffee shop hours, and this cafe is buzzing.
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The Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company: The Gondoliers
It’s the story of a commoner and a king! “The Gondoliers” follows two brothers whose lives are turned upside down when they find out one of them is the heir to a far-off foreign throne. March 6th – 8th. University of Chicago’s Mandel Hall.
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Steppenwolf’s next season to feature new play by Adam Rapp and Chicago premiere of ‘The Comeuppance’
Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre will stage two world premiere plays next season, including “Night Fawn” by the Tony-nominated and Pulitzer Prize finalist Adam Rapp. Wednesday’s announcement for the 2026-2027 season comes on the heels of the theater’s landmark 50th season featuring a show directed by Robert Falls and a premiere from “Moonlight” writer Tarell Alvin McCraney.
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FACES OF DEATH, OBSESSION & More Head To The Midwest For Inaugural Beyond Fest Chicago Lineup
The inaugural edition of Beyond Fest Chicago is nearly here, and the folks behind the festival have finally revealed the killer lineup coming to the Music Box Theatre. Presented in partnership with streamer MUBI, the first-ever Midwest edition of the genre festival will “further drive Beyond Fest’s commitment to the theatrical experience and its perennial championing of outsider visions, cult icons, and bold, new cinema voices.” Opening night of the festival features the Midwest premiere of Curry Barker’s highly anticipated film Obsession, while a world premiere 35mm print of the Faces of Deat...
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Pop’s Beef Marks 46 Years as a Chicagoland Staple with March Specials and Surprise Giveaways
March 04, 2026 // Franchising.com // CHICAGO, IL – Pop’s Beef is marking 46 years as a Chicagoland staple with a month of Monday specials and surprise giveaways, thanking the generations of guests who have made the family-run brand a neighborhood favorite since 1980. Anniversary Specials & Giveaways.
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‘The Bride!’ review: Buckley gives another monster performance in wild romp
On March 15, Jessie Buckley almost surely will be presented with the Academy Award for Best Actress for her terrific performance in last year’s “Hamnet.”. ‘Hamnet’ review: ‘Nomadland’ director Chloé Zhao returns to familiar space. She’s already getting a jump on the race for...
Mens Journal
Guinness Makes Special Food Announcement for St. Patrick's Day
It's March, and St. Patrick's Day is two weeks away. This time of the year is a pivotal one for Guinness. Once again, the legendary beer company is teaming up with PopUp Bagels for a limited-edition food collaboration. Last year, it was "Guinness Stout Schmear" cream cheese; this year, the flavor ...