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Space Golf, Orland Park, IL

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Field Museum, Chicago, IL

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Architecture River Tour with Shoreline Sightseeing, Chicago, IL

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Brando's Speakeasy, Chicago, IL

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W Chicago Lakeshore Hotel, Chicago, IL

Chicago Lakeshore Hotel is best described as modern luxury. As the ideal urban getaway, this architectural wonder features many amenities such as the Bliss Spa, heated indoor pool, and Fit Gym. The… Read More

The 10 Best Museums in Illinois!

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Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, IL

The Field Museum in Chicago is one of the largest museums in the world, and it truly offers something for everyone. Founded in 1893, this non-profit institution contains exhibits from around the… Read More

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago, IL

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The Second City, Chicago, IL

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Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 7:00pm

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Los Tucanes De Tijuana Ticket + Hotel Deals

Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 8:00pm

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Hammond, IN

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Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

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Chicago, IL

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Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 at 8:00pm

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Chicago, IL

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Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 at 8:00pm

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Friday, Feb 13, 2026 at 9:30pm

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Valentine's Soul Jam Feat. The Whispers + Deniece Williams

Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 at 6:00pm

Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

Gary, IN

Valentine's Soul Jam Feat. The Whispers + Deniece Williams

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Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 at 6:00pm

Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

Gary, IN

Brit Floyd the Most Exciting Tribute Show Ever Ticket + Hotel Deals

Friday, Feb 20, 2026 at 7:30pm

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Hammond, IN

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Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 at 8:00pm

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Franc Moody

Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026 at 9:30pm

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Method Man and Redman

Friday, Feb 27, 2026 at 7:00pm

Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

Gary, IN

Julian Jumpin' Perez Presents: Jumpin' Back To The 90s

Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 at 6:00pm

Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

Gary, IN

Julian Jumpin' Perez Presents: Jumpin' Back To The 90s

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Gary, IN

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