Here's What's Happening in Chicago Culture This Week July 2, 2026 at 5:24 p.m. Chicago International Film Fest announces its first 24 titles, Riot Fest announces its daily schedule, and Paramount kills it in Jeff nominations.
Meet Marrow, Indie Rock's Next Big Thing July 2, 2026 at 5:25 p.m. The band is making a play for the big leagues with a new LP this fall.
The Shaw's Team Is Opening an Oyster House in Lincoln Park July 2, 2026 at 5:26 p.m. They're transforming the Coppervine space into three concepts with help from Rich Melman.
The Hideout's Riverwalk Bar Is the Antithesis of River North July 2, 2026 at 5:21 p.m. The riverfront satellite location is a exactly what downtown needs—an affordable bar filled with locals.
Update: Aahh! Fest Isn't Happening This Year July 2, 2026 at 5:19 p.m. The fledgling hip-hop festival will take its sophomore year off.
Pastoral's New Andersonville Spot Will Come with a Full-Service Restaurant July 2, 2026 at 5:19 p.m. Unsurprisingly, there's gonna be a lot of cheese.
Monteverde Will Be a Laid-Back Pasta Spot in the West Loop July 2, 2026 at 5:22 p.m. Sarah Grueneberg's Italian joint will offer regional pastas to grab before a Blackhawks game.
Here's What's Happening in Chicago Culture This Week July 2, 2026 at 5:23 p.m. John Oliver is coming to town, Janelle Monáe leads a protest in Millennium Park, and David Arquette brings Sherlock Holmes to Chicago.
Foo Fighters Are Releasing More Tickets to Their Wrigley Field Show July 2, 2026 at 5:20 p.m. Seats to the formerly sold out Friendly Confines gig go on sale at 4 p.m. today.
Here's What's Happening in Chicago Culture This Week July 2, 2026 at 5:22 p.m. Martin Scorsese is directing Leo's Devil in the White City adaptation, the NFL draft is returning to Chicago, and Justine Nagan is leaving Kartemquin.