Chicago is full of possible activities for people of all ages, but those who are not yet 21 will have a more limited range of options. Since many of Chicago's clubs and venues only admit persons over the age of 21, 20-year-olds need to go to all-ages events for fun extracurricular activities in the Windy City.
Chicago is a sports town, and whether you want to see a professional game or engage in your own athletic competition, the Windy City has plenty to offer. The Chicago Park District has indoor and outdoor facilities, and leagues can be joined throughout the year. Professional teams in Chicago are the Bulls (basketball), Bears (football), Blackhawks (hockey), Cubs and White Sox (baseball). Trips to pro sports games are fun for fans of all ages.
United Center-Bulls and Blackhawks
1901 W. Madison St.
Chicago, IL 60612
312-455-4000?
bulls.com
Soldier Field
1410 S. Museum Campus Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
312-235-7000
soldierfield.net
Wrigley Field
1060 W. Addison St.
Chicago, IL 60613
773-404-2827
cubs.com
U.S. Cellular Field
333 W. 35th St.
Chicago, IL 60616
312-674-1000?
whitesox.com
Though many rock venues are ages 21 and up, some shows at The Metro are all ages. Other venues like Lincoln Hall or Schubas may have shows that are 18 and up too. During the summer there are many free concerts at the Grant Park Festivals and Millennium Park, all of which are open to all ages.
The Metro
3730 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60613
773-549-0203
www.metrochicago.com
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
Millennium Park
201 E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60602
millenniumpark.org
Grant Park
337 E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60601
312-742-7648
chicagoparkdistrict.com
Being the third-largest city in the United States, there is a lot to see in Chicago. Whether visiting or looking for something new to see in the Windy City, there are tours of everything from architecture, landmarks, historical places and other sightseeing extravaganzas. These tours generally cost money, but anyone can independently research his own tour, and travel around the city on a bike or by foot. Many young people also may volunteer to be tour guides themselves, if they are very familiar with Chicago's geography and history.