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08/15/2026

Chicago just got a lot more competitive. 🏎️

F1® Arcade USA is officially open in River North, bringing Formula 1® racing, food, cocktails and some serious energy to Grand Avenue.

There are 61 full-motion racing simulators with different skill levels, so whether you actually know what you’re doing or race like me 😂, you can jump in and compete on iconic F1® tracks.

And it’s definitely more than racing. There’s a full food and cocktail menu, private event spaces and F1® Arcade’s first-ever rooftop terrace overlooking Chicago. The drinks were SO good, and I’m already ready to go back.

Racing starts at $19, and reservations are available now at F1 Arcade.

📍 F1® Arcade Chicago | River North
🏁 61 racing simulators
🍸 Full food + cocktail menu
🌇 Rooftop terrace
🎟️ Racing from $19

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08/14/2026

Chicago, start your engines. 🏁 F1® Arcade is NOW OPEN in River North! by

Think Formula 1® meets a Chicago night out — 61 racing simulators, DJs, a full food menu, seriously good cocktails and their first-ever rooftop terrace. 🏎️🍸

My driving skills? Questionable. 😂
The experience? SO much fun. I already want to go back.

Racing starts at $19 + reservations are open now at f1arcade.com.

📍 F1® Arcade Chicago | River North

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08/12/2026

Brookfield Zoo… but make it 21+. 🍸🦁

Zoo Uncorked is back at Brookfield Zoo Chicago on August 22, and it’s such a fun way to experience Brookfield Zoo Chicago a little differently.

Along with cocktails + mocktails and food available throughout the zoo, there are Animal Ambassadors, Zoo Chats, live music, photo ops and more. And once the daytime crowds leave, you get to explore the zoo exclusively 21+!

Plus, unlimited Ferris wheel + carousel rides and FREE parking are included with your ticket.

📅 Saturday, August 22
⏰ 4–8 PM
🎟️ 21+ | Tickets start at $40

Date night, friends’ night out… I’m here for either one.

🎟️ Check the link in my bio for tickets — see you there!

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NEW at Levain Bakery in Chicago 👀🍪I stopped in to check out what’s new and apparently picked a VERY good time. 😂☕️ The C...
08/09/2026

NEW at Levain Bakery in Chicago 👀🍪

I stopped in to check out what’s new and apparently picked a VERY good time. 😂

☕️ The Cookie Milk Latte is made with oat milk steeped with Levain’s iconic cookies — yes, cookies IN the milk.

🤎 Then there’s the limited-edition Brooke Baevsky x Levain Cinnamon Roll Muffin, with a cinnamon swirl + vanilla glaze. (gluten & dairy free)

And because apparently that wasn’t enough… I spotted the Levain x Crate & Barrel collection while I was there too. 👀🍪

Basically, I went in for a latte and found a whole Levain moment.

📍 Levain Bakery | Chicago

Cookie Milk Latte or Cinnamon Roll Muffin — which are you trying first?

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08/06/2026

Did anyone else LIVE for book fair day as a kid?! 📚✏️

Chicago now has a Boozy Book Fair — basically the grown-up version of one of the best days of school. 🍸📚

The Bucket Listers Boozy Book Fair brings all the childhood nostalgia with books to browse, cocktails, throwback photo ops, games and plenty of fun finds to take home.

And as someone who definitely got way too excited about book fair day growing up, this brought me RIGHT back to showing up to school with a few dollars and leaving feeling like I hit the jackpot. 😂

📍 EVERYTHING BAR | West Town Chicago | Chicago
🗓️ August 6–October 4
🔞 21+
🎟️ Tickets starting at $18

Save this for a nostalgic Chicago night out + send it to the friend you’d take!

🎟️ Get your tickets online through Chicago Bucket List — search Boozy Book Fair Chicago!

08/06/2026

Need weekend plans in Chicago? I’ve got you. ☀️🏙️

August 6–9 is packed with some of the best of summer in Chicago — neighborhood festivals, an iconic Chicago tradition, Broadway, comedy, vintage finds, food, and plenty more happening around the city.

A few are definitely on my radar 👀 Which one are you checking out?

📌 Save this for the weekend + send it to your Chicago crew!

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08/05/2026

A new Chicago happy hour to add to your list 🌮🍹

Mercadito brought the delicious bites you know and love from River North to its newer Lincoln Park location — now in a bright new space right on Lincoln Ave.!

Monday–Friday from 4–5:30 PM, you’ll find $10 specials including margaritas, guacamole, nachos, esquites + taco pairs. We tried a little bit of everything, but those churros absolutely stole the show. 🤤

📍 Mercadito Lincoln Park
2423 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago

Save this for your next Lincoln Park happy hour!

08/03/2026

Spice shopping, but make it a mother-son afternoon. 🌶️✨

The Spice House has been crafting flavorful blends since 1957, and their Old Town shop is such a fun stop for anyone who loves to cook. From their signature blends to the new summer collection, there was a lot we wanted to bring home.

📍 The Spice House | 1512 N. Wells St., Chicago
🛍️ Old Town

Thanks to The Spice House for treating us to such a fun afternoon!

Save this for your next Old Town Chicago jaunt.

07/31/2026

🎢 Great America is turning 50, and there’s still time to celebrate!

Spending the day with friends and family made this visit even more special. It was fun sharing one of my favorite parks with first-time visitors while reliving some of my own memories along the way.

If you’re planning a visit, don’t miss the Legacy Museum, anniversary food and drinks, exclusive merchandise, the return of American Eagle racing, and the all-new nighttime spectacular featuring a live stage show, parade, and synchronized drone show.

The 50th Anniversary Celebration runs through August 9, so there’s still time to experience it. Check the website for showtimes and everything included in the celebration.

Are you a longtime Six Flags Great America fan, or is this a park you’d love to visit? What’s your favorite ride?

🎢 Thank you, Six Flags Great America , for hosting!

07/30/2026

Things to do in Chicago this weekend 👀

Lollapalooza is taking over Chicago, but there’s plenty happening beyond the festival too. From live music and aftershows to pop-ups, soccer, night markets, and a festival celebrating one of Chicago’s most iconic foods, here are 8 things to do in Chicago this weekend (July 30–August 2)!

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👇 Which one are you checking out first?

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