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You’ll enjoy lakefront views, puppy yoga, drinks on the river and a ~vibey~ staycation (or vacation!!) spot at citizenM! 

Fun Chicago Weekend w/🐶🧘🏼‍♀️🍿🍸🌊

Stay at citizenM Chicago Downtown for a hi-tech experience, including self-check-ins and personalized room controls via iPads.

Staycation

✅ Before you go
• Book your stay here https://bit.ly/40pADxn

💪 Pro tips
• citizenM is one of my fave hotels to stay at, it’s in the heart of the city & high tech (self check in, check out, personalized iPads, etc) 
• They also have sleep guides 😴… check out sleep.citizenM.com to get a personalized sleep schedule for your stay at Chicago Downtown!

Book your stay at citizenM

Enjoy a Mediterranean feast at LÝRA in Fulton Market, Chicago. Share several dishes and don't miss the Bougatsa dessert.

Fine Dining

✅ Before you go
• Book a res https://www.opentable.com/r/lyra-reservations-chicago?restref=1210087&lang=en-US&ot_source=Restaurant%20website&ot_campaign=dailyreservations#

💪 Pro tips
• Order several dishes to share!
• The Bougatsa dessert is amazing 🤤

Dinner at LÝRA

Experience the breezy beauty of Chicago's Lakeshore where you can walk, run, or bike along scenic lakeside paths.

Lakeshore Running

💪 Pro tip
• Walk, run or bike! Bundle up because it gets windy 💨

Run along the Lakeshore

Enjoy a unique blend of relaxation and play at Puppy Yoga X Puppysphere. Perfect for dog lovers and yoga enthusiasts alike.

Puppy Yoga

✅ Before you go
• Book your spot here https://thepuppysphere.com/products/puppy-yoga-chicago?srsltid=AfmBOorNoIJ9pWxK0QUgRNAuN4rLtFpwyTtKv_gWmX7-_OAej1JfHOva
• Fill out the waiver they email you before you arrive
• The studio is on the 3rd floor

💪 Pro tips
• Arrive 10-15 min early!
• Yoga mats are provided but feel free to bring a (non-glass) water bottle

Take a Puppy Yoga class

Get the famous Chicago Mix at Garrett Popcorn Shops in Streeterville, perfect for fresh snacking but remember, it doesn’t store well without a tin!

Buy Popcorn

💪 Pro tip
• It doesn’t save well (unless you purchase a tin) so keep that in mind when deciding on size!

Get Chicago Mix 🍿

Enjoy happy hour and live music at Tiny Tapp along the river, a prime spot for people watching in Chicago.

River Drinks

✅ Before you go
• It gets crowded so consider making a res (especially if you plan to eat here) https://www.google.com/maps/reserve/v/dine/c/edv_uZB1GxI?source=pa&opi=89978449&hl=en-US&gei=Ak8iZ-eENq69ptQPmfPkmQo&sourceurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dtiny%2Btapp%26oq%3Dtiny%2Btapp%26pf%3Dcs%26sourceid%3Dchrome%26ie%3DUTF-8&ihs=5

💪 Pro tips
• They have live music on Thursdays and Sundays 🎶
• This is such a great people watching spot right along the river walk

Sip drinks along the river

Come with me to have a wonderful weekend in Chicago with puppies,

drinks on the river and lots of good food.

I stayed at citizenM which makes the perfect backdrop for

a local staycation or if you're visiting for the weekend.

I walked into a cozy personalized room and had

way too much fun with the iPad controller.

my favorite 🤌🏼 - before resting up for our next day of activities.

and only a short walk away from citizenM, is a walk or run along the lakefront.

You guys, if you like puppies and you like yoga, this is the best activity!

We finished the afternoon with some classic Chicago mix

and happy hour at Tiny Tapp on the river.

We even lucked out and there was live music. So save this video as inspo

for your next fun Chicago weekend and let me know what you think. Cheers!

Here's your plan for celebrating with classic cocktails, flavorful apps, pescatarian entrees, and sweet desserts. Watch the video 👇

A classic restaurant that makes every meal feel special

An NYC Institution That's Worth the Hype ✨🍴

Enjoy an iconic NYC dining experience at Tavern on the Green with delicious food, beautiful ambiance, and options for all diets—perfect for special occasions or a treat yourself night.

Fine Dining Experience

✅ Before you go
• Make a res, especially on the weekend, to ensure there's a table available for you 🗓️ : http://tavernonthegreen.com
• It's a little elevated, but not overly formal. That said, you'll probably want a slightly nicer look than sweats 😉 
• Come hungry!

💪 Pro tips
• Try to get an outdoor table when the weather is nice; it's the best part 🌙 
• Highly rec a res during golden hour 🌅 
• Don't rush, this is a linger kind of dinner 
• A post dinner park walk is a non-negotiable 🌳

Tavern on the Green 🐎 

I took it back to an NYC Classic for my birthday dinner in March,

institution and a fave treat yourself spot for me.

Aside from its gorgeous architecture and layout,

it boasts some phenomenal food and service.

We immediately gravitated towards some classic drinks

and the veggies and salads were fantastic as well.

some of the best cheesecake I've ever tasted,

but we were also greeted by a giant birthday cake slice, as an added surprise.

The waiter even made me a decaf espresso martini so that I could avoid caffeine.

Totally recommend this for a special occasion or treat yourself night,

Here's your plan for making pasta, tasting cheese, and enjoying wine at Murray's Cheese. Watch the video 👇

Pasta making + cheese tasting tucked away at Murray’s Cheese on Bleecker Street

Hidden Gem Pasta Class 🍾

Learn to make fresh pasta and sample cheeses at Murray’s Cheese in West Village. Perfect for beginners, with plenty of wine and a fun, social vibe.

Pasta & Cheese Class

✅ Before you go
Make a res, these classes are not walk in friendly and book up! https://classes.murrayscheese.com 📅
No experience needed — it's very beginner-friendly
Wear something you don't mind getting flour on 👕👚
You make the pasta to take home so it doesnt replace dinner — plan accordingly (or bring it home and cook it right away) 🍽️
Don't drink beforehand, wine is unlimited and delicious 🍷

💪 Pro tips

Compare your pasta with whoever you're with or someone around the table if you want to make a new friend (it becomes a thing) 👩‍👧
Don't stress about technique, messy pasta is normal 🍝
Try every cheese, even the ones you wouldn't normally pick 🧀
Walk Bleecker after if you want to keep the night going 🚶

Grab dinner at Murray's Cheese

Here's your plan for exploring space facts at a free, quirky planetarium show. Watch the video 👇

learn some cool things about space for free

free quirky space show uptown 🪐

Catch a free, quirky 45-minute space show at the CCNY Planetarium in Hamilton Heights. Reserve seats in advance for an engaging galaxy journey every Wednesday!

planetarium show

✅ Before you go
• they have a show every wednesday afternoon during the spring (thru early May) and you can reserve your free spot here: https://ccnyplanetarium.org/shows/
• it’s a 45 minute show and they just ask that you don’t try to re-enter if you gotta leave 
• tix are available about 1 week in advance of the show 


💪 Pro tips
• best seats are in the back!
• they also have shows during the fall


head to CCNY planetarium 

there's this quirky little galactic show happening at

a planetarium uptown on City College's campus.

Important detail because somehow there are 3 planetariums in Manhattan.

Bonus points if you rock a star necklace.

There's this physics professor who takes you on

which I guess I had the appropriate outfit on for,

facts about the world to let whoever or whatever

finds it know what we're like here on Earth.

Here's your plan for exploring a free exhibit featuring women and non-binary artists at Pen and Brush. Watch the video 👇

You have to visit this free exhibit highlighting amazing work by women & non-binary artists!

Hidden gem free gallery supporting women art

Explore vibrant works by women & non-binary artists at Pen + Brush's free rotating exhibits in Flatiron. Don't miss the Every Woman Biennial, on view till April 11.

Art gallery visit

✅ Before you go
• current exhibit till April 11: https://www.penandbrush.org/exhibition/every-woman-biennial-spectalia/
• they have different exhibits up at different times and are usually free!
• opening hours Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 6pm


💪 Pro tips
• check their calendar or sign up for their mailing list, sometimes they have exclusive talks or events with artists 

Head to Pen + Brush

I have to tell you about this amazing free exhibit I went to that you have to check out.

All the pieces are by women and non-binary artists.

Every piece felt so intentional and different from one another.

My talented friend has this crystal ball piece in the

show as well that you definitely have to check out!

It's at Pen and Brush and this exhibit is with the Every Woman Biennial.

This exhibit is limited time and completely free,

so definitely visit and explore the beautiful pieces