Chicago is fully open, and we’re excited to welcome visitors and residents to experience all the city has to offer. In accordance with the latest state and CDC guidelines, our museums, restaurants, attractions, and more are all open with no required capacity limits. It’s time to get outside and seize your summer!
Learn more about the city’s full reopening and things to do in Chicago right now.
There’s something for everyone.
Festivals & events
Festivals and events are back, just in time for summer. The city’s calendar is packed with music festivals, neighborhood block parties, flea markets, farmers markets, and more.
Attendees may need proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to enter an event. Masks may be required at some events. Check out some of the upcoming music and street festivals this summer in Chicago:
Pride in the Park (June 26 – 27, 2021)
Windy City Smokeout (July 9 – 11, 2021)
Grant Park Music Festival (July 2 – Aug. 21, 2021)
Lollapalooza (July 29 – Aug. 1, 2021)
Northalsted Market Days (Aug. 6 – 8, 2021)
Chicago in Tune (Aug. 19 – Sept. 19)
Explore upcoming events with our festival and event guide.
Restaurants & bars
Chicago bars and restaurants are open for indoor and outdoor dining and takeout/delivery. Masks may be required at some restaurants and bars. Check with individual establishments for details.
Find restaurants with outdoor seating
Find restaurants with indoor dining
Explore restaurants in Chicago.
Museums
Chicago museums and cultural institutions are all able to open without restrictions on capacity.
Check with individual museums for details, such as hours and ticketing information. Masks may be required at some museums. Check with individual museums for details.
Field Museum is now open
Shedd Aquarium is now open
Art Institute of Chicago is now open
Chicago History Museum is now open
wndr museum is now open
Immersive Van Gogh is now open
Explore more open museums in Chicago
Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit
Tours & attractions
Chicago’s tours and outdoor attractions are open to enjoy. Masks may be required at some tours and attractions. Check out these open tours and attractions:
Navy Pier is open
Skydeck Chicago is now open
360 CHICAGO is open
Lake and river cruises are now setting sail
Lincoln Park Zoo is now open
Millennium Park is open
Chicago Riverwalk is open to the public
Fox in a Box and other escape rooms are open
Bobby’s Bike Hike Chicago is offering bike, walking, and food tours
Inside Chicago is offering private in-person tours and virtual tours
Chicago Architecture Center is offering in-person walking tours
Chicago Detours is offering live virtual tours and private in-person tours
Chicago Greeter is offering free, in-person neighborhood tours
Urban Kayaks is open for kayak tours and rentals
Explore more tours and attractions.
Theatres & music venues
Chicago’s music venues and theatres are reopening. Masks may be required at some venues. Check out a few venues open now:
Zanies Comedy Club is now open
Music Box Theatre is now open
Laugh Factory Chicago is now open
Lips Drag Show is now open
Green Mill Cocktail Lounge is now open
The Second City is now open
Explore more theatres and performance venues
Green Mill in Uptown
Sports
Play ball! Indoor and outdoor sports venues are currently open. Masks may be required at some stadiums. Check team websites for details.
Get your tickets to see these iconic Chicago sports teams:
Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field
Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field
Chicago Fire at Soldier Field
Chicago Blackhawks at United Center
Chicago Bulls at United Center
Parks & gardens
All Chicago parks, playgrounds, gardens, and the lakefront are open to enjoy:
The Lakefront Trail is open
The 606 is open
Millennium Park is open, some amenities and attractions remain closed
Garfield Park Conservatory is now open
Lincoln Park Conservatory is now open
Maggie Daley Park is open
Chicago Riverwalk is open to the public
Chicago Botanic Garden is open to the public
Shopping
Chicago’s array of unique shopping options are open, from locally owned boutiques to major brand on The Magnificent Mile. Masks may be required at some stores.
Explore open shops and boutiques around Chicago
© Adam Alexander Photography 2019
Hotels
Chicago hotels and accommodations are open. Masks may be required in common areas at some hotels, check with individual establishments for details. And don’t miss the latest hotel special offers for deals and discounts.
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel is open
The Peninsula Chicago is open
Sophy Hyde Park is open
Aloft Chicago is open
Kimpton Gray is open
Hotel Lincoln is open
The Hoxton is open
Freehand Chicago is open
Claridge House is open
Explore open hotels in Chicago.
Spend a weekend at Hotel Zachary in Wrigleyville.
Salons, fitness centers, and more
Personal services (e.g. hair/nail salons, barbershops, tattoo parlors)
Public transit, regional transit, taxis and rideshare
Gyms and fitness centers
Childcare centers and family childcare
Libraries and other city services
Places of worship
Office-based jobs, professional services, and real estate services
Hospitals, dentists, and community mental health centers
What is Phase Five of Chicago’s reopening plan?
Chicago is currently in the Phase Five of its reopening plan. This phase is a complete reopening of the city across all sectors.
No restrictions or capacity limits at all establishments, including restaurants, attractions, museums, and venues.
No limits on private social gatherings, indoors or outdoors.
Conventions, festivals, and large public events may resume without restrictions.
Masks are optional in most settings for fully vaccinated individuals. Individual businesses may require masks, and masks must be worn in health care settings, airports, and other public transportation. Unvaccinated individuals should continue wearing masks and social distancing.
Indoor dining, outdoor dining, carryout, and delivery are allowed at restaurants/bars, with no limits on capacity or table size.