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Explore Things to Do Near The Blackstone

Centrally located on Michigan Avenue – together with The Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and the Magnificent Mile – The Blackstone is within convenient distance of the must-see attractions and best things to do in Chicago. Explore Chicago events and happenings to experience the best Chicago has to offer.

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Sunday, September 1, 2024

Maxwell Street Market

May 5, 2024 ... The Blackstone

The mission is to promote entrepreneurship and provide opportunities for small businesses!

Chicago Jazz Fest 2024

August 29, 2024 September 1, 2024 The Blackstone

Enjoy performances by Chicago's local jazz talent and international artists!

North Coast Music Fest

August 30, 2024 September 1, 2024 The Blackstone

North Shore Music Festival at SeatGeek Stadium.

ARC Music Festival

August 30, 2024 September 1, 2024 The Blackstone

ARC Music Festival in Union Park.

African Festival of Arts

August 30, 2024 September 2, 2024 The Blackstone

The African Festival of Arts returns to Chicago in historic Washington Park.

West Loop Art Fest

August 31, 2024 September 1, 2024 The Blackstone

Experience local art in the heart of the West Loop.

Monday, September 2, 2024

African Festival of Arts

August 30, 2024 September 2, 2024 The Blackstone

The African Festival of Arts returns to Chicago in historic Washington Park.

Labor Day

September 2, 2024 September 2, 2024 The Blackstone

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Friday, September 6, 2024

Taste of Greektown

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Experience this culinary festival and enjoy a variety of Greek foods on Halsted.

Throwback Music Fest

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Throwback Music Fest in Gladstone Park.

Taste of Chicago 2024

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Chicago’s award-winning cuisine and catch shows from top musical artists at this long-running free festival, held in lakefront Grant Park.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Taste of Greektown

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Experience this culinary festival and enjoy a variety of Greek foods on Halsted.

Throwback Music Fest

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Throwback Music Fest in Gladstone Park.

Taste of Chicago 2024

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Chicago’s award-winning cuisine and catch shows from top musical artists at this long-running free festival, held in lakefront Grant Park.

Chicago Oyster Fest

September 7, 2024 September 7, 2024 The Blackstone

Chicago Oyster Fest is back!

Printers Row Literature Festival

September 7, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

This FREE event takes place on the streets of South Dearborn, from Ida B Wells to Polk Street. Come Rain or Shine!

Sunday, September 8, 2024

Maxwell Street Market

May 5, 2024 ... The Blackstone

The mission is to promote entrepreneurship and provide opportunities for small businesses!

Taste of Greektown

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Experience this culinary festival and enjoy a variety of Greek foods on Halsted.

Throwback Music Fest

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Throwback Music Fest in Gladstone Park.

Taste of Chicago 2024

September 6, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

Chicago’s award-winning cuisine and catch shows from top musical artists at this long-running free festival, held in lakefront Grant Park.

Printers Row Literature Festival

September 7, 2024 September 8, 2024 The Blackstone

This FREE event takes place on the streets of South Dearborn, from Ida B Wells to Polk Street. Come Rain or Shine!

Monday, September 9, 2024

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Thursday, September 12, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Friday, September 13, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Saturday, September 14, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Englewood Music Festival

September 14, 2024 September 14, 2024 The Blackstone

A free music festival that will start at 12 noon. It will feature local and nationally renowned musical artists, food, and more.

Sunday, September 15, 2024

Maxwell Street Market

May 5, 2024 ... The Blackstone

The mission is to promote entrepreneurship and provide opportunities for small businesses!

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Mexican Independence Day Parade

September 15, 2024 September 15, 2024 The Blackstone

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day by attending the parade in Little Village!

Monday, September 16, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Friday, September 20, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Riot Fest 2024

September 20, 2024 September 22, 2024 The Blackstone

Riot Fest is back again! Join in and watch your favorite band live!

Saturday, September 21, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Riot Fest 2024

September 20, 2024 September 22, 2024 The Blackstone

Riot Fest is back again! Join in and watch your favorite band live!

Chicago Football Classic

September 21, 2024 September 21, 2024 The Blackstone

Soldier Field hosts two collegiate football teams in the Chicago Football Classic.

Premiere League Fan Fest

September 21, 2024 September 22, 2024 The Blackstone

The Premiere League fan fest comes to Chicago on the banks of Lake Michigan.

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Maxwell Street Market

May 5, 2024 ... The Blackstone

The mission is to promote entrepreneurship and provide opportunities for small businesses!

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Riot Fest 2024

September 20, 2024 September 22, 2024 The Blackstone

Riot Fest is back again! Join in and watch your favorite band live!

Premiere League Fan Fest

September 21, 2024 September 22, 2024 The Blackstone

The Premiere League fan fest comes to Chicago on the banks of Lake Michigan.

Monday, September 23, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Floriography Fellows Pop-Up

September 23, 2024 September 23, 2024 The Blackstone

Visit the Blackstone's lobby for a Pop-Up with Floriography Fellows! They will be selling fresh and dried bouquets, as well as spell jars.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Vicinity Candles Pop-Up

September 24, 2024 September 24, 2024 The Blackstone

Visit the Blackstone's Lobby for a pop-up with Vicinity Candles! Each candle scent references a different Chicago neighborhood.

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Columbia College Jazz Performance

September 25, 2024 September 25, 2024 The Blackstone

Enjoy Jazz music by local musicians from Columbia College in the lobby of the Blackstone Hotel.

Thursday, September 26, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Friday, September 27, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Tito's Tasting

September 27, 2024 September 27, 2024 The Blackstone

Enjoy a sample of a handcrafted cocktail made with Tito's vodka and learn about the product in the lobby of the Blackstone Hotel.

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Chicago Fire vs. Toronto FC

September 28, 2024 September 28, 2024 The Blackstone

The Chicago Fire play the Toronto FC at Soldier Field.

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Maxwell Street Market

May 5, 2024 ... The Blackstone

The mission is to promote entrepreneurship and provide opportunities for small businesses!

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!

Chicago Bears vs. LA Rams

September 29, 2024 September 29, 2024 The Blackstone

The Chicago Bears play the Los Angeles Rams at Solider Field.

Monday, September 30, 2024

Happy Hour at Mercat a la Planxa

September 12, 2024 ... The Blackstone

Enjoy happy hour at our on-site restaurant Mercat a la Planxa everyday from 4:00 to 6:00!