Chicago Food & Drink Events

JoJo’s Feast Mode: A Friendsgiving Celebration & Celebrity Chef Showdown

Rockwell on the River 17 Nov 2026

Festival of Wood and Barrel Aged Beers

525 S. Racine Ave., Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60607 13 Nov 2026

BYOB Holiday Lights Trolley - Chicago

Matilda & BabyAtlas 27 Nov 2026

In Conversation with Ina Garten at Auditorium Theatre Chicago

Auditorium Theatre Chicago 19 Nov 2026

SUNDAY FUNDAY

ROOF on theWit 22 Nov 2026

Almost Sold Out - Chicago Holiday Cocktail Tasting Festival - Nov 14

Utopian Tailgate 14 Nov 2026

Before Midnight - A Cinderella Tea Experience at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago 19 Sep 2026

Espresso Martini Fest at Hubbard Inn, Chicago - Tastings Included

Hubbard Inn 3 Oct 2026

RiverNorth Pole 2026 | Santa, Live Reindeer & Holiday Magic for St. Jude

Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago 21 Nov 2026

Just like your friends do : Friendsgiving

Hue Chicago 22 Nov 2026

Go Country Cruisin’ with Joe Nichols

600 E Grand Ave Chicago, IL 10 Nov 2026

Hands-On: Pasta Traditions from the North

Eataly Chicago 4 Apr 2026

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet in the Grand Ballroom

Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago 26 Nov 2026

Black Friday @ PARLAY RIVER NORTH

Parlay River North 27 Nov 2026

Hands-On: Ravioli and Filled Pastas

Eataly Chicago 15 Mar 2026

Godfrey Wine Fest - Wine Tasting at I|O Godfrey Rooftop in Chicago

IO Godfrey Rooftop Lounge 14 Nov 2026

Black Wednesday @ PARLAY LINCOLN PARK

Parlay Lincoln Park 25 Nov 2026

Home Alone (1990) 7- Course Movie & Dinner Experience

Hubbard Inn, 110 W Hubbard, 60654, Chicago, US 27 Nov 2026

PLYMKRS Presents: Bears Games At Bassline

Bassline 8 Nov 2026

Breakfast with Santa Neiman Marcus Chicago Saturday, December 5, 8:30am

737 N Michigan Ave 5 Dec 2026

Holiday Magic Kickoff

111 N State St 21 Nov 2026

Romansia: A La Orient Romantic Dinner & Show

Alhambra Palace Restaurant 20 Sep 2026

Godfrey Holiday Cocktail Fest - Cocktail Tasting at I|O Godfrey Rooftop

IO Godfrey Rooftop Lounge 5 Dec 2026

Thanksgiving Turkey or Ham giveaway

1543 S Pulaski Rd 21 Nov 2026

Chicago African Restaurant Week 2026

Chicago 3 Dec 2026

Free Community Holiday Family Giveaway

10300 S Eberhart Ave 21 Nov 2026

Thanksgiving Wine Affair

M House 20 Nov 2026

Randolph Christmas Market

Experience 113 (Former House of Vans) 5 Dec 2026

A Seat at the Table: We Saved You a Plate

11401 S Vincennes Ave 24 Nov 2026

Handmade Pappardelle with Creamy Alfredo - Chicago

Sip & Savor | 53rd Street - Hyde Park 7 Nov 2026

Thanksgiving Food Distribution

1400 W Augusta Blvd, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60642 21 Nov 2026

Chicago Creators Gala... featuring Chicago's Creators of the Year award ceremony

1249 W Randolph St 19 Nov 2026

R&B SUNDAYS: SUNDAY FUNDAY at BAR 22 (R&B • Vibes • Drinks)

BAR22 15 Nov 2026

Thanksgiving Feast for 10 People at Home

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park 26 Nov 2026

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 18: CHICAGO'S BEST COMEDY SHOW

The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage 18 Nov 2026

CHICAGO vs. DETROIT | THANKSGIVING DAY WATCH PARTY & KICKBACK

BAR22 26 Nov 2026

Handmade Dumplings: Mandu, Gyoza & Siu Mai - Chicago

Pilot Project Brewing - Wrigleyville 12 Nov 2026

Hands-On: Pizza alla Pala

Eataly Chicago 14 May 2026

Gourmand Gala - A Symphony of Senses

500 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661, USA 12 Nov 2026

Family Fun! Hands-On: Pasta Traditions from the South

Eataly Chicago 28 Nov 2026

Skip the Small Talk Night at kibbitznest

kibbitznest books, brews & blarney 1 Apr 2026

In-person class: Authentic Handmade Pasta (Chicago)

Sip & Savor | 53rd Street - Hyde Park 25 Apr 2026

Friendsgiving with Chef Alissia Trent at Cooking with Cass

Cooking with Cass (Formerly Get in the Kitchen) 20 Nov 2026

JEOPARDY! Bar League - Snakes & Lattes Chicago (US)

Snakes & Lattes Chicago 16 Nov 2026

Thanksgiving Dinner At Tre Dita

401 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60601 26 Nov 2026

Chicago Signature Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan

Spirit of Chicago Yacht 4 Dec 2026

Fa La La Fabulous Holiday Market - Chicago

3656 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60613 14 Nov 2026

Hands-On: Pizza Napoletana with Rossopomodoro

Eataly Chicago 31 Mar 2026

Endless Sundays ft Guice + OhYouMarcus + Corleone

Hubbard Inn 15 Nov 2026

Store Tour: Eat, Shop, Learn

Eataly Chicago 28 Mar 2026

Brothers McMurray Holiday Fundraiser: Rise Above Cancer

Willis Tower - 99th Floor 5 Dec 2026

The Sunday Playbook

3308 N Harlem Ave 13 Sep 2026

Karaoke Drag Show & Gourmet Tacos Class at Cooking with Cass

Cooking with Cass (Formerly Get in the Kitchen) 27 Nov 2026

Thanksgiving at NoMI

800 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60611 26 Nov 2026

Grapes that crossed oceans: wine tasting journey & class

Chicago Grand Gallery 20 Nov 2026

Vegan Bake Sale

Vaca’s Creamery 22 Nov 2026

Dinner with Entrepreneurs: Chicago (Giving Back Edition)

Restaurant of the Week 31 Oct 2026

Wicker Park Bucktown's Winter Wonderland & Tree Lighting

Metzger Court 5 Dec 2026

Chicago International Food & Drinks Expo 2026

Aon Grand Ballroom Navy Pier 11 Dec 2026

R&B Sip & Paint Series at B’z | Free RSVP

B'z Sports Bar & Grill 17 Sep 2026

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 11: CHICAGO'S BEST COMEDY SHOW

The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage 11 Nov 2026

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 15: OHJAY LAMONT AND FRIENDS

The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage 15 Nov 2026

In-person class: The Ramen Experience: From Broth to Bowl (Chicago)

Sip & Savor | 53rd Street - Hyde Park 5 Jun 2026

Handmade Pumpkin & Sage Pasta With Chef Janet - Pasta Making Cooking Class in Chicago | Classpop!™

Wolf Point Distilling 20 Nov 2026

Women’s Night Out: Inspiro Tequila, Cocktails & Gourmet Bites!

Cooking with Cass (Formerly Get in the Kitchen) 19 Nov 2026

Hands-On: Focaccia

Eataly Chicago 28 May 2026

In-person class: Asian Dumplings (Chicago)

Pilot Project Brewing - Wrigleyville 30 Apr 2026

In-person class: Pasta Perfection: Fresh Pasta from Scratch (Chicago)

Gateway To Learning (4925 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625) 9 Jul 2026

New Years Eve Chicago NYE Bar Crawl - Wrigleyville - All Access Party Pass

Wrigleyville 31 Dec 2026

New Years Eve 2027 I|O at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

I|O Godfrey Rooftop Lounge 31 Dec 2026

Windy City Christmas Market

Navy Pier 14 Dec 2026

OneOne Club Happy Hour

Chef Art Smith’s Reunion, Navy Pier, East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA 29 May 2026

Silkk the Shocker Eat & Greet at Chef Daddy’

5944 W Lake St 13 Nov 2026

Chicago Dinner Pop Up at Frontier Restaurant

Frontier Restaurant - Daniel's Test Kitchen Pop Up 12 Nov 2026

AYCE Crawfish Sundays — Crab Pad Style Feast

The Crab Pad 3 May 2026

61st Street Indoor Farmers Market

6100 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60637 7 Nov 2026

An Evening with Casa San Matías | Tequila Tasting at Osito’s Tap

Osito's Tap 11 Nov 2026

Seasoned Tuesdays with Taylor's Tacos at Fathom!

Fathom 10 Nov 2026

Ma Streeter’s Bourbon Lounge

Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk 23 May 2026

Drink School: Craft Cocktails + Mocktails with Clean Pour Club

Definition Theatre 2 Oct 2026

Thanksgiving Wine Tasting

Buzzed by ZEA - Salon & Bar 18 Nov 2026

Anti Dating App Social (Chicago BODA launch - singles drinks)

Moxy Chicago Downtown 4 Dec 2026

UFC 334 Viewing Party at Mac’s Wood Grilled

Mac's Wood Grilled 14 Nov 2026

Intro Price - Chicago 3 Day All Access New Years Eve (NYE) Bar Crawl - Dec 30-Jan 1

Pour Decisions, DSTRKT + Many More Down Town Chicago 30 Dec 2026

ROOTED: An Art Exhibition Celebrating African & African American Culture

The Origin Chicago Resturant & Lounge 14 Nov 2026

Endless Sundays ft Guice & Friends

Hubbard Inn 22 Nov 2026

Thanksgiving Community Dinner

People Church HQ 24 Nov 2026

Holiday Festa

Eataly Chicago 11 Dec 2026

etc. Reverse Happy Hour

etc. 6 Nov 2026

Mezcal Tasting Class Through Untold Stories

Estrella Negra 26 Sep 2026

Green Bay Packers Watch Party at Cheesie's Wrigleyville

Cheesie's Pub & Grub - Wrigleyville 13 Sep 2026

Garden Variety Book Signing Ice Cream After Party

Vaca’s Creamery 10 Nov 2026

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at The Ambassador Room

Ambassador Gold Coast - The Chicago Hotel Collection 26 Nov 2026

4th Annual Autumn Vintage & Artisan Fest in Ravenswood

Artifact Events 14 Nov 2026

Queer Soup Night @ Superkhana International

Superkhana International 13 Dec 2026

CHICAGO OFFICIAL R&B BRUNCH AND DAY PARTY SERIES!

1612 W Division St 12 Sep 2021

In-person class: Classic French Macaron (Chicago)

Gateway To Learning 23 Aug 2026

WE OUTSIDE CHICAGO( CAMOUFLAGE EDITION)

EMPIRE RADIO CLUB 21 Nov 2026

A DifferentWorld Friendsgiving

Bronze47 13 Nov 2026

Foodies + New Friends: Chicago Dinner + Coffee Club | Monthly Membership

Restaurant of the Week 5 Aug 2026