Exploring the culture and night life of Chicago can get expensive. This is a meetup group for things a little more on the inexpensive side- a great for parties, discount theatre tickets, bar discounts, free billiards nights, free days at museums, trips to the zoo, etc. The less expensive it is to go out, the *more* we can all get together! We'll see if we can get group discounts to some events, explore some "free days" at museums, go visit cheap greasy spoon diners, throw parties, etc. I'm a …

We Now Have LIVE CHAT too! Remember the little girl down the street that you used to tell all your secrets, dreams and wishes to? We've all grown up and usually apart from that little girl who used to be your best friend... Well here is a place where you can connect with other women , and hopefully make some new friendships! Girlfriends are important in our lives... We go on outings together and give "shout outs" to others trying to open up lines of communication, because even though we immensel …

Ladies! Is your best friend a guy? OR Has your boyfriend and his crew become your social life? Are you craving some girl time? If you're looking to get out and meet new female friends who have more to say than "Oh MY GOD, I love your shoes! Um, where's the bathroom? AND... Oh sorry, was that your boyfriend?" Welcome to the Dirty Girls' Social Club - Northside edition! We are the kind of women who think dirty jokes are always in good taste, fix our own plumbing (OR TRY TO), occasionally belch a …

Hi Everyone, I am a local DJ (DJ Zita Zie), who spins all sorts of music, but really loves progressive and trance genres. If you know who is Armin Van Buuren, Tiesto, Paul Van Dyke, Oakenfold, and know what a Sensation party, WMC, and an Ultra fest is, this is the group for you. The goal is to eventually create club events, at least one every so often, where trance music can spin all night long. Until then, we can all go see concerts together when a guest DJ comes to town. Please join my initia …

LIVE CHAT too!  YOU KNOW YOU ARE ONE! One of those people whose eyes light up and you nearly begin salivating at the mere mention of the word "seafood" Hook up with other comrades to go out and visit delicious seafood places... Whether it's a fine dining establishment, a shack that makes tasty treats, or possibly us going 'underground'--that is: Grilling seafood out-of-doors in a picnic grove, atop someone's rooftop while viewing the cityscape, etc., we'll likely have a great old time! We can s …

Chicago Meetup is Chicago's Meetup Group for creativity, style, life, and nightlife.  With over 3,000 members, Chicago Meetup is the largest Arts & Culture Meetup Group in Chicago and is one of its largest overall.  Nearly shut down in July 2009 when its original founder left, the group has flourished as Chicago's most eclectic Meetup Group and one of the city's most active and fastest-growing groups. Because it operated for over three years as the Creative Social Club and remains dedicated to e …

We've expanded the coverage of the group.  As much as the Dead may have been at the vortex of it all everything has grown soooo much.  There are sooo many great Jambands soo we see as many as possible.  The Dead, PHish, WSP, Umphreys, Moe, Cornmeal, Yonder, EOTO, STS9, Disco Biscuits, and many many more. We go to shows.  We go to festivals.  Festivals are especially good.  Day and night. Anyone that loves Jambands should join.  Anyone that loves to dance or move or spin or fly. RU kind they say …

This group is coordinated by Big Productions, Inc., as an extension of Chicago Blues Tour™ and Chicago Blues Records™. Members will be informed of excursions to blues hideaways on the south and west side of Chicago, as well as other special events featuring Chicago Blues artists, promoters, and educators. If you love the blues, or if you're just curious, you're a welcome participant to a fun and enriching cultural experience. Any night we can get 6 or more people who want to make an excursio …

This is a group of women who like to hang out and have a great time in this wonderful city of Chicago (… and surrounding cities)!!! We are real and down to earth women who know how to also embrace our inner fabulousness! Yup, it is possible! :) This group is open to truly exploring what this city has to offer! We are between the ages of 20-45 years old. Anything from visiting an art gallery for a little culture, visiting a quick wine tasting event to enrich the palate, a girl’s night out at one …

The purpose of this Meetup is to provide an opportunity for singles to mingle in a friendly environment. There is Live Ballroom Dancing with Brian Patti Orchestra, excellent cuisine, cash bar, and ample of free Parking, every Thursday night from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Admission: $5.00. There is a Singles Dance Party with DJ Fresko and DJ Extasi every Sunday night from 7 p.m. - 4 a.m. Admission: $5.00. The purchase of any drink gives you a plate to enjoy the free grand buffet. For more info call …

We are a group of Professional Wine Lovers who love to meet to enjoy new wines at attractive venues in the Northwest Suburbs. Meet fellow Wine Lovers and enjoy meeting and socializing with other Wine Enthusiasts. Every Wednesday  we invite you to join us and enjoy the best life has to offer. See you at the next Wine Lovers Party!!

Being bored means you're boring.... get out of the house and Mingle! We host hot singles parties, fun social events and free singles mixers every month in Chicago and the suburbs. Over 8,000 members for you to mingle with on facebook, the official website and here on meetup. Our events are both tame and insane...we leave the decision up to you what ones to RSVP for. The events are held in both Chicago and the suburbs, so don't be shy to join if you live in Joliet, Niles, Skokie or Oak Park. …

This group is for people that want to concerts while meeting other people that enjoy live music. I strongly favor shows at smaller all general admission shows, but other suggestions are always welcome.

This group is specifically designed for ladies in their 20s and 30s who live in the Chicago area. The goal of the group is to meet new friends, go out with the girls, and participate in a multitude of activities. Example of activities are things like happy hour, movie nights, festivals, night out with the girls, socializing dinners, wine tasting, exercise, or whatever else we all think of that are in and around Chicago, IL. All relationship statuses are welcome those who are single, coupled, eng …

We are a selective group of people who want to have fun in Chicago. We will go beyond the typical venues of bars and clubs and include events like beach parties, movie/dinner nights, festival Meetups, bbq’s in the park, sports, etc. in order to get to know each other in relaxed, social atmospheres. We will try to keep events as free/affordable as possible. This group will be very interactive and we encourage members to organize their own fun activities throughout the week. This group will be wha …

23 years ago we started a movement to bring a focused effort to have an Asian presence in Chicago's nightlife. Over 2,500 events later and over 2 million attendees, we're just getting started. This Meetup group is less about being informed about such events, and more about finding like minds within the events. With social being so synonymous with digital nowadays, it only follows that we have a proper medium to organize a party within the party. Whether you are new to Chicago or have been here y …

Are you WAY past the bar scene and looking to make some quality friends your own age while exploring some great venues?! Let's explore the neighborhoods, restaurants, pubs, BYOB's, festivals, theatre, coffee shops, brunches, bands and all that the Northside of the city has to offer! I am a professional living in Lincoln Square and I would like to meet other professionals who are social, friendly and down to earth... like I am! :) Please be a college educated professional in your 30's or 40's...s …

WINE + LIFE Meetup makes life more fun by adding wine. Whether it’s a wine tasting at an art gallery, a wine pairing dinner at a hot restaurant, or sipping flights of wine at an after work happy hour, life is meant to be celebrated …with WINE! Join us for the fun and bring a friend …or make one when you get here.

Calling all Vikas (term coined by me:) Girls nights out clubbing, bars, going out to dinner, shopping, animal care volunteering or charity galas, running, yoga, painting, cooking parties, just exploring and enjoying the city with other health-minded, and compassionate chicas.

“I just looked at the pattern of my life, decided I didn’t like it, and changed.” — David Sedaris It’s not that simple for everyone. But it could be. You may have a job you love. A family you wouldn’t trade for the world. A killer wardrobe, flat stomach, car with seat-warmers and a Bose sound system, plans every night of the week, a ring, a mortgage, and a passport filled with stamps. You may have some of that. Or you may have none of that. What you do have is a desire for something more. For a …

Are you ready to have some fun? This group is for women interested in getting out of the house and getting together to participate in a number of activities including karaoke nights, dance classes, dinners and movies, comedy shows, plays or concerts, shopping trips, fitness classes; you name it!  The opportunities are limitless to the journeys we can unlock and discover as a positive group of freespirited, diverse women. If you are looking for fun and adventure, let the good times roll. Members …

Are you a bubbly sophisticate who loves a delicious martini? So are we… Do you like socializing with girlfriends and meeting new ones? Like traveling, too? So do we... join us! We are a cozy, exclusive group of young, professional ladies who like to enjoy good martinis here in the city or when traveling to another one!  We get together at local venues in Chicago (suburbs, too) for ALL social happenings from fundraisers and good causes to wine tasting and dining out to cocktails after work, a g …

Enjoy late night runs? Like socializing at pubs? Why not combine the two! It's a pub run... literally.

Welcome to the Chi-Town and Suburban Social Fun Group. is designed to bring people together in various events to have fun and meet new faces. Were about having fun, laughing, and enjoying ourselves. We like to hold different events in the City and Suburbs. We welcome suggestions on different activities from our members. Were looking forward to putting together some nite life fun, hiking trips. bowling teams, weekend trips, museums, and alot more. Groups is open to anyone who is fun and sociable. …

Welcome to the Chicago Polyamory Community, We are open to all who are poly and poly friendly, without any restrictions. Every month we host a half dozen events, including Dinner parties Cocktail parties Movie night Potlucks Karaoke night Picnics Support Groups and major theme parties (e.g.,Halloween, New Year's, Mardi Gras, Poly Prom, etc) ->Join us<- to learn more, or visit any of our special interest polyamory groups below....

If you’ve survived the end of the world, then this is your second chance to live life to the fullest and gets to know Chicago a little better! Chicago Bucket Listers (CBL) is designed for 20-40 something year olds who want to take advantage of the best that Chicago has to offer (night life, day light, and everyday life). Come hang out with young likeminded professionals as we experience everything Chicago. Let’s get together and start checking off your bucket list!

Velvetstyle Divas Club is a community for women to socialize & meet, while learning about some great restaurants, businesses, and events. It's where you can come alone & leave with new girlfriends to hang with. We'll have a monthly mixer where women can come and meet. After attending a mixer, you will be invited to attend private events with those you met with. You have to attend a mixer to be invited to these exclusive events such as: Happy Hour Private Dinners Chic-Flick Fridays Ladies Night …

Join us a variety of activities in the Chicago area. We will have trivia nights, bar game nights, dinners, ect... With Spring and Summer on the horizon, there are a lot of good shows coming. We will keep you up-to-date, and offer you fun, frequent events that are sure to be a good time. Feel free to send me an email if you want to help organize, or if there is an event you want to hit up.