Things to do in Chicago, Illinois (IL): The Best Fun Activities & Games

November 1, 2021 Carley Gatson

The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
Restaurants in Chicago

1. Lucky Strike Downtown Chicago

322 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611 +1 312-245-8331 [email protected] http://www.luckystrikeent.com/locations/chicago/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 28 reviews

Lucky Strike Downtown Chicago

Lucky Strike Chicago at Streeterville has 18 bowling lanes, 6 ping pong tables, 11 billiard tables, multiple high def screens, 130 deluxe arcade games and a late night kitchen serving up fun cocktails and craveworthy cuisine just blocks from the historic Navy Pier. There’s something for everybody, every night of the week.

Reviewed By 79andyc

We (family of 5 and friends) experienced a rainy day during our stay to see the city of Chicago last May. Upon a quick search online we discovered Lucky Strike & FTW (For The Win Arcade) right next to our hotel. We had an absolute blast for several hours bowling, playing putt-putt golf, ping-pong, pool, and arcade games. Great variety of indoor activities for all ages, kids and adults alike!!! We also found the variety and quality of food to be very good; and the bar had an impressive selection of Craft Beer! Staff were extremely friendly and very helpful showing us the ropes as we had never visited before. We will definitely visit again next time we're in the city!!!

2. AMC River East 21

322 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611-4364 +1 312-596-0333 http://amctheaters.com
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4.0 based on 24 reviews

AMC River East 21

Reviewed By QRSTV - Chicago, United States

The sound, the popcorn, lights, action... Movies are back in theaters! I told the woman scanning tickets I was glad they reopened. She smiled saying she was happy to be back. AMC River East 21 was spotless today. Masked people with excitement in their voices. There were 2 seats on each side of me empty. The row behind empty for the limited capacity. Concessions of fresh popcorn and a drink. Clearly marked signs for mask reminders. Large containers of wipes and hand sanitizer. Here’s to movies!

3. Chicago Sports Museum

835 N Michigan Ave Level 7, Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL 60611-2203 +1 312-202-0500 [email protected] http://chicagosportsmuseum.com/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 140 reviews

Chicago Sports Museum

The 23,000 square foot Chicago Sports Museum offers a highly interactive experience for visitors to explore the legends and lore of Chicago sports. It combines hi-tech interactive experiences-including skill challenges and simulated experiences-with unique sports memorabilia and an impressive collection of game-used treasures and other artifacts. Admission to the Chicago Sports Museum is complimentary with a purchase at Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch! Admission: $10 for adults 12 and up $6 for children 3 to 11 $6 for seniors Free for children under 3

Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States

My wife and I love the Chicago History Museum and, as members and neighbors, we make frequent visits to see new exhibits. But its contribution to Chicago sports pales in comparison to the Chicago Sports Museum. Located at 835 North Michigan Avenue, on the seventh level of Water Tower Place, next to Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch Restaurant and Sports Bar, it offers 23,000 square feet of space to hi-tech interactive skill challenges, sports memorabilia and game-used artifacts. Explore the legends and lore of Chicago sports. Opened in 2014 by Harry Caray's Restaurant Group, it features a collection of 2016 World Series memorabilia, including David Ross' Game 7 catcher's gear, Kris Bryant's cleats and Addison Russell's Game 6 grand slam ball. Engage in a home run-hitting contest with Frank Thomas, learn to throw a curve ball with Steve Stone, examine the CT scan of Sammy Sosa's corked bat and study the constitution of a baseball to see how it has evolved over the last 100 years. Elsewhere, score goals like Patrick Kane, shoot free throws and compare your wingspan with Scottie Pippen, test your vertical leap against Michael Jordan, sit in the driver's seat of an Indy race race at Chicago Speedway, try on a replica of William "Refrigerator" Perry's Super Bowl ring, the largest ever crafted, and test your grip strength to Kyle Long. The museum is open from noon to 7 Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 on Sunday.

4. Lucky Strike

322 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611-4364 +1 312-245-8331 http://www.bowlluckystrike.com/locations/illinois/chicago/
Excellent
32%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
11%
Terrible
25%
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3.5 based on 28 reviews

Lucky Strike

5. Day Frog

233 E Erie St, Chicago, IL 60611-2926 +1 312-642-8400
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

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