Chicago's Chinatown
2169-B. S. China Pl., Chicago, IL 60616
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Chicago's own Chinatown features beautiful Chinese-style buildings, as well as exotic dining and shopping experiences that have made the neighborhood a popular destination for visitors and locals alike.
Established in the 19th century, Chicago's Chinatown is one of the largest in the country. Most events are centred around the intersection of Cermak and Wentworth Avenues.
Things to do while visiting Chinatown:
- Explore local artwork including the Chinatown Mural, Pui Tak Center building, and the Nine Dragon Wall.
- Visit the Ping Tom Memorial Park which is on the south brand of the Chicago River.
- Try a traditional Chinese tea house or a bubble tea shop
- Taste the local treats at a dim sum restaurant.
- Visit the neighborhood's oldest bakery Chiu Quon
Events in Chinatown:
- Lunar New Year Celebration - Jan/Feb (February 18th 2024, February 9th 2025)
- Dragon Boat Racing for Literacy - June
- Chinatown Summer Fair - July
What's happening nearby...
Chicago Theatre Week
Feb 05 – Feb 15
Calling all audiences — Chicago Theatre Week is back! Enjoy value-priced tickets to an array of productions from Feb. 5 – 15, 2026.
Read more about Chicago Theatre Week
Chicago Auto Show
McCormick Place West • Feb 07 – Feb 16
Features a range of domestic and imported cars and trucks, experimental and concept cars and a number of auto-related exhibits.
Read more about Chicago Auto Show
Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile: The Musical at The Studebaker Theater
The Studebaker Theater in the Fine Arts Building • Jan 29 – Feb 21
The Roald Dahl Story Company presents its first production in Chicago, the wickedly funny, family musical based on Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile.
Read more about Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile: The Musical at The Studebaker Theater
