Top Illinois Weddings & Celebrations

Step into our vibrant candle-making studio and unleash your creativity! Craft candles with friends and family, blending custom scents in a welcoming space. Take home your masterpiece the same day, making memories and experiencing Chicago in a unique, unforgettable way. Join us for a non-traditional workshop designed for instant gratification and lasting inspiration!

Admire some of the Windy City's most iconic views—and enjoy a time-saving, relaxing way to sightsee—aboard this pet-friendly Chicago River architecture boat tour. With commentary from your onboard guide, watch the spectacular skyline glide by, including dozens of notable buildings, like the Wrigley Building and the John Hancock Building. In just one tour, you cover multiple branches of the Chicago River and learn insider facts and stories you'd otherwise miss.

Souvenirs can be a fantastic way to remember a trip, but ones you’ve made yourself are even more special. In this small-group perfume-making class, craft your ideal fragrance from a range of different scents, from soft floral notes to exotic spices, and when you’re finished, personalize your bottle with a name or initials.

You’ll be creating a unique fragrance that is true to you! We save it on file so you can order refills (at a discounted rate as long as you keep your bottle) and we rotate fragrances on the bar so you can always come in to create a new scent too! We’ve been around for over 30 years (established 1993) and have been a hidden gem in Chicago’s beautiful Lincoln Park area for the entire time. Nothing beats experience and trained perfumers to help guide and create the right proportions for you! We are BYOB—just board liquor allowed. But beer, wine, or a few hard seltzers are ok. It’s the perfect outing for date night, bachelorette parties, bridal showers, birthdays, business outings or even solo! For bigger groups (5+) you will have to book on our website or give us a call for instructions. It is a private activity in the sense that you get your own table or seating with your reservation—just like you would at a restaurant.

This private cultural walking tour in Chicago presents the city’s architectural heritage and lakefront legacy. You will begin in Millennium Park, where public art reflects modern civic expression. What defines Chicago’s identity as a center of American innovation? Cloud Gate offers a striking reflection of skyline and sky. The DuSable Bridge stands as an engineering achievement tied to the city’s growth. Along the waterfront, Navy Pier reveals Chicago’s connection to commerce and recreation. This route connects cultural landmarks with the story of a city shaped by industry and design. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind night at the theatre when you attend Chicago’s irreverent and comedic “Drunk Shakespeare” performance. Pick between two different start times, and choose a seating area that suits your budget and preferences. Then, sit back, relax, and prepare to laugh as an actor downs five shots of whiskey before attempting to perform in one of Shakespeare’s plays.

Here's what you can expect during your 1.5-hour private room experience: Shooting/Spinning Art Experience: Collaborate with your group to create a masterpiece on a large canvas (24x36 inches) using our unique Shooting/Spinning technique. Each team of seven people will work together to shoot down balloons filled with paint, then watch as we spin your canvas to create mesmerizing abstract art. Art Room Experience: Indulge your inner artist as you each create your own masterpiece on a personal canvas (16x20 inches). Choose your colors, unleash your creativity, and bring your vision to life in our inviting art room. Paint: High-quality acrylic paints provided for all your artistic endeavors. Premium Clothes Protection: Keep your party attire clean and stylish with our premium clothes protection, ensuring a worry-free painting experience. Book your party at Shot of Art today and prepare for an unforgettable experience!

Peep Show is Chicago's finest burlesque and comedy revue! In 90 minutes, each show features a rotating cast of up to 4 dancers, performing original striptease dances for our audiences! We also add hilarious comedians, mystifying magicians, risque drag performers and our own brand of fantastic hosts to engage in heavy audience interraction! We're perfect for date night, bachelor or bachelorette parties or for adventurous adults looking for a wild night out in Chicago!

Set sail on a private fireworks cruise along the Chicago Lakefront aboard a meticulously maintained sailing yacht. Enjoy complimentary drinks or BYO. Perfect for summer birthdays, romantic proposals, anniversaries, and any reason to celebrate Summertime Chi!

In the heart of Chicago, near Wrigley Field, a culinary adventure awaits. Led by Rakhi, a professionally trained chef and Le Cordon Bleu graduate with experience working with Bobby Flay, this private cooking class immerses you in the rich flavors of Italian-American cuisine. Over 2.5 hours, you'll learn to prepare iconic dishes such as Chicken Vesuvio, hot fried chicken, and homemade desserts, all while enjoying a relaxed and interactive atmosphere. With the chance to tailor your menu, every class becomes a unique experience that celebrates Chicago's vibrant food culture. Gather your friends or family for a memorable evening of cooking and dining together.

On A Boat Sailing offers an all-inclusive, private VIP sailing experience departing from the brand-new Navy Pier Marina in Downtown Chicago. If you appreciate attention to detail, hospitality, and sophisticated service, this is the boat rental for you! Amenities on board include: Pricing for private groups up to 7 guests. Custom pricing available for larger groups up to 12. Anchoring in the Chicago Playpen for swim and float parties. Swim platform with rinse shower-lily pad, noodles, life-jackets and floaties. Large open cockpit seating area. Complimentary beverages and snacks or BYO (alcohol allowed). Stereo surround sound speakers with Bluetooth connection. Fridge with ice, fully stocked kitchenware. Skyline views of Downtown Chicago, Navy Pier and the Chicago Lighthouse. Anchoring for concerts at Northerly Island. Kitchen, bathroom and changing room on board.

Capture your Chicago adventure with a professional photoshoot at the city’s most famous landmarks. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or friends — no posing experience needed! We’ll visit: The Bean, Chicago Theatre, Riverwalk, Millennium Park & colorful street art spots. You will receive: • 100 high-resolution edited photos • Natural posing guidance • Optional outfit changes • Insider local tips for dining & exploring Come as you are — I’ll take care of the angles, lighting & magic!

Unlock a year of unlimited fun with Funfull’s St. Louis FunPass! This isn’t just a discount it’s your family’s ticket to adventure all year long. With one low price, you’ll enjoy daily visits to dozens of the best local attractions, including Altitude Trampoline Park, Edwardsville Children's Museum, bowling alleys, zoos, play centers, arcades, and so much more. And to make it even better, every FunPass comes with one free movie ticket each month, redeemable at Regal Cinemas or Cinemark an extra $150+ value over the year! Traveling? Your FunPass goes with you. Your membership isn’t limited to St. Louis. As Funfull rapidly expands across the United States, your pass is accepted at thousands of partner locations nationwide. That means whether you’re at home or on vacation, you’ll always have access to family fun without paying extra.

Discover the local shopping scene and its fashion DNA with a professional stylist as you embark on a personalized shopping circuit built to meet your style and wishes. Learn more about the art of styling your body features and take a figurative soft tour outside your comfort zone as your stylist pulls pieces for you to explore and try. Think of it as a mini style consultation followed by recommendations and a hands-on practice session during the shopping tour where you can ask any fashion and style-related questions. Throughout your shopping circuit and neighborhood's discovery, listen to fashion stories as told by your fashion savvy guide, and get a unique insight into the industry. Prior to your shopping tour, you will be sent a little shopping form to help personalize your experience. And following your fashion escapade, you will be sent a personal style summary of recommendations received by your stylist as well as some tour souvenir photos.

Your private luxury tour experience begins with a prompt pickup in downtown Chicago. Step inside the climate-controlled cabin of a world-class Rolls-Royce. Your professional chauffeur will navigate the bustling streets of the Windy City. Glance through the panoramic windows at towering skyscrapers like the Willis Tower. Coast down Michigan Avenue to admire the luxury boutiques of the Magnificent Mile. Pass by the architectural marvels of the Loop and the lakefront beauty of Grant Park. This tour itinerary maximizes your time in the city. It is ideal for couples celebrating an anniversary, travelers on a tight schedule, or anyone seeking a VIP Chicago experience. Avoid the crowds of standard tour buses. Enjoy the privacy, comfort, and prestige of DS Luxury Rolls-Royce Tour.

Getting quality photos at Chicago's key landmarks independently means relying on other visitors for help or missing the angles and timing that make the difference between a snapshot and a usable portrait. This private shoot covers locations including the Bean, Riverwalk, and Wrigley Building, with a photographer who customizes the route to suit your group.