February is not a peak tourist season, but there are many events and activities to enjoy, such as the NBA All-Stars game, ice skating, Chicago Restaurant Week, and the Chinese New Year Parade. The DuSable Museum of African American History is also worth visiting during the month to celebrate Black History Month.
Here are the best things to do in Chicago in February 2023:
- Harry Potter™: Magic at Play: This is a limited-time experience filled with magical moments and active play for people of all ages, located at Water Tower Place.
- Outdoor Ice Skating: Try the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in front of The Bean or the skating ribbon at Maggie Daley Park.
- Candlelight Concerts: Enjoy classical music concerts in candlelight with options like "Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More" and "A Tribute to Taylor Swift."
- Garfield Park Conservatory: Visit one of the largest botanical conservatories in the US and admire the lush flora and tropical temperatures indoors.
- Art Institute of Chicago: Admire famous works of art in one of the largest art museums in the US and see rotating exhibitions.
- Field Museum: Visit the Field Museum, one of the largest natural history museums in the world, and see Maximo, the largest dinosaur ever lived.
- Other options include visiting Willis Tower, the Chicago Riverwalk, and the Lincoln Park Zoo.
These are some of the many activities and attractions to enjoy in Chicago in February, and all are walkable to the New Eastside!
