Latest Events in Chicago(July Updated)

This interactive exhibition will have its international premiere in Chicago. It's an unmissable event for science enthusiasts, Pokémon fans, and anyone who loves both. Bringing together Excavator Pikachu, Professor Pokémon, and scientists from the Field Museum, the exhibition takes you on a journey through time, filled with imagination and discovery—and it's only on display at the Field Museum.

Discover how a colossal asteroid ended the dinosaurs' reign and paved the way for life's astonishing comeback, shaping the world we know today. Meet unfamiliar creatures, explore immersive media experiences, and marvel at fossils from the Field Museum's renowned collections.

This exhibition uses narrative, artifacts, and multimedia to showcase Lesley de Souza's personal growth and research trajectory, telling the story of how she developed from a childhood curiosity about nature into a conservation biologist dedicated to the protection of freshwater ecosystems.

The BTS WORLD TOUR IN CHICAGO 2026 stands as a highly anticipated chapter in the South Korean boy band’s illustrious career, set to take place at the iconic Soldier Field on August 27 and 28, 2026. This leg of the tour is part of BTS’s fourth concert tour, marking their long-awaited return to live performances following the completion of mandatory military service. Kicking off on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, South Korea, the tour will span an impressive 79 dates across 34 cities in 23 countries, concluding in Manila on March 14, 2027. Notably, this world tour is BTS’s first headline series since their 2021–22 Permission to Dance on Stage tour, signaling a significant moment for fans and the global music scene alike. With stops across Asia, North America, South America, Australia, and Europe, the BTS WORLD TOUR IN CHICAGO 2026 promises a blend of electrifying performances and heartfelt moments, solidifying the group’s enduring influence and commitment to their craft. Soldier Field, a venue steeped in history, will provide the perfect backdrop for this milestone event, drawing fans from near and far to witness a defining moment in K-pop history.

The exhibition focuses on the life and research experiences of scientist Dr. Sara Ruane, reinterpreting the diversity of modern scientific professions and the pathways of scientific exploration through her personal story.

This captivating and immersive exhibition takes you on a journey through Paul Tazwell's creative process—tracing how he used art, imagination, and exquisite craftsmanship to create iconic costumes for a multitude of classic works, from the hit musical *Wicked* to the Broadway musical *Hamilton*, and Steven Spielberg's *West Side Story*. The exhibition showcases his masterpieces and, combined with his narration, videos, photographs, and sketches, unveils the mystery of how imagination becomes reality.

This exhibition focuses on Samaras' innovative photographic works, which blend his background in performance art with the technical achievements he made using instant film, particularly Polaroid film. This branded film could simultaneously produce positive and negative images without the need for a darkroom or external developing. This independence and privacy deeply attracted Samaras, who wanted to take his own photographs in his own home without the involvement of others. However, the artist did not simply use this mass-market film, but truly explored its limits. He frequently moved the paint on the film to alter his physical form, blurring the boundaries between himself and his surroundings, and completely reconstructing his compositions.

"Dancing Revolution" is a large-scale exhibition that explores and expands the visual, political, and spiritual history of dancehall and reggae music through contemporary art—two vibrant musical genres that have transcended their grassroots origins to shape global culture. From Kingston to San Juan, through Panama, New York, and London, "Dancing Revolution" positions music and dance as a revolutionary practice of collective liberation rooted in the struggle against colonial oppression.