Here are the top cultural events happening in Chicago this week (July 8–13) — curated by Early Burdz for professionals, creatives, and art lovers in their 20s to 50s.
1. 20s/30s Mixer at the Art Institute of Chicago. We’re hosting a 20s/30s mixer on Thursday, July 10th. We’ll explore the museum, then mingle over food and drinks nearby. We have 35 RSVPs. Join here.
2. 30s/40s Mixer at the Museum of Contemporary Art. We’re hosting a 30s/40s mixer on Tuesday, July 15th. Join here.
3. Travel. We have amazing events happening all over the country, a perfect addition to any travel itinerary! We host 2-5 events a week in New York. This month, we’re in Miami, DC, LA, and SF. On July 19th, we’re heading to the Hamptons for a day trip that includes an art reception and evening afterparty, with a charter bus taking us there and back from NYC. And in September, we’re returning to Upstate New York for another Hiking & Nature Getaway!
4. Gallery parties and other events. Chicago’s becoming a primary city for Early Burdz. We’re looking for additional hosts! Some of the events we’ll roll out are:
– gallery party (we provide a curated guestlist and exposure for the gallery and the gallery provides a venue and refreshments)
– art & brunch events (we explore various galleries in a neighborhood then mingle over bottomless brunch)
– weekend getaways (we take a charter bus to a destination location like Lake Geneva or Galena for a weekend trip)
5. Partnerships. If you’re a gallery, venue, brand, or organization interested in partnering with us and tapping into our network of 63,000+ highly engaged professionals and art enthusiasts on Threads, Instagram, and email, please message partnerships@earlyburdz.com.
Curious about the art exhibited at the first Art House, check out the featured works here. Please reach out if you’d like more information about a particular event or past featured art.
Q: Who are these events for?
A: Our events are built for 20s–50s professionals and creatives looking for cultural, social, and low-pressure ways to connect.
Q: How much do events cost?
A: Most events are free or $7.50–$15, with occasional premium getaways. Check out our Events Calendar here: https://linktr.ee/earlyburdz.