Things to Do in Chicago in April 2018

April month is almost around the corner so start planning your month with the list of things to do in Chicago in April 2018. Following list of events and festivals might be helpful while planning your month activities with family and friends. Regardless of which baseball team you love – Cubs or SOX, get ready to show your support by attending their opening day games!

CHICAGO DANCE MONTH

When: April 1, 2018
Where: Throughout city, check for location details.

Chicago Dance Month celebration features full one month of dance performances, events and activities throughout the city. Be part of this annual event and enjoy from Ballet to Butoh dance performances.

CHICAGO WHITE SOX OPENING DAY AT GUARANTEED RATE FIELD

When: April 5, 2018
Where: Guaranteed Rate Field – 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616

Be part of White SOX opening day at Guaranteed Rate Field. If you are White SOX friend then you can take part in opening day game with Detroit Tigers at the home ballpark for the Chicago White Sox. Check out these Southside Baseball T-Shirts to wear and show your support for White SOX! Buy White SOX game Tickets here!

BACONFEST CHICAGO
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BACONFEST CHICAGO

When: April 6 & April 7, 2018
Where: 725 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608

Beconfest is one of the fun festival for those who likes to eat! Yes, it s full of fun, walk around tasting event. This festival features over 150 Chefs and 8000 lbs of Bacon to dine in form of different dishes. There are total three different sessions for you to attend, that includes Friday Dinner on April 6, Saturday Lunch on April 7, and Saturday Dinner on April 7. Buy Baconfest Tickets here!

Macy’s Flower Show

When: March 25 – April 8, 2018
Where: 111 N State Street, Chicago
Welcome Spring Season with Macy’s marquee store located on State Street in downtown Chicago. You will be surprised with breathtaking floral displays and lush plants from around the world! Macy’s store blossom with themed events, specialty gardens and more during the flower show.

Chicago Cubs Wrigley Field Stadium Opening Day

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CHICAGO CUBS OPENING DAY AT WRIGLEY FIELD

When: April 9, 2018
Where: Wrigley Field
Northside baseball fans can take part in Chicago Cubs opening day event to wish them good luck for the season. It’s always fun to hang around Wrigley Field area. Buy Chicago Northside Baseball Team t-shirts to wear it to show you support Chicago Cubs.

C2E2: CHICAGO COMIC AND ENTERTAINMENT EXPO

When: April 6-8, 2018
Where: South Building at McCormick Place located at 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, IL
If you are comic lover then take advantage of Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo. It features comic artists, authors and exhibitors. It is one of the best convention for comic, cosplay and pop culture. C2E2 2018 will be held in the South Building at McCormick Place located at 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, IL. Everyday convention is open between 10:00 am and 7:00 pm.

ONE OF A KIND SHOW AND SALE – SPRING SHOW

When: April 27-29, 2018
Where: The Mart – 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 470, Chicago, IL 60654

The One of a Kind Show is held two times per year. This event features hundreds of handmade creations by more than 300 artists. At the One of a Kind show you can enjoy great food and live entertainment while you shop these handmade creations. Buy ONE OF A KIND SHOW Tickets Here!

Few weeks ago I shared list of things to do in Chicago in March 2018, hope this list of events and festivals will help you plan your April month.

If you are not interested in attending any of above listed things to do in Chicago in April then check out list of up coming events in Chicago at Ticketmaster here! Also, do not forget to see Free Museums Days in Chicago to plan April month.

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