meetinchicago.com Arts in the Dark Bank of America Chicago Marathon Chicago Gourmet Millennium Park Sept. 21 – 24 This high-end food festival features elevated tastings, live cooking demos, and intimate dinners with the country’s best chefs. Hyde Park Jazz Fest Hyde Park | September This free festival features a diverse lineup that celebrates the rich tradition of jazz on Chicago’s south side. Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival Citywide September – October Discover emerging voices in the local Latino theatre community during this multifaceted festival. Chicago International Film Festival Loop | October America’s longest-running competitive film festival features more than 80 screenings across the city. Bank of America Chicago Marathon Citywide | Oct. 8 Runners from around the world gather for this major marathon that travels through 29 unique neighborhoods. Open House Chicago Citywide | October This one-of-a-kind free architecture festival offers an intimate look inside the city’s most unique buildings, skyscrapers, and landmarks. Day of the Dead Xicágo Pilsen | October The National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen hosts this cultural celebration, alongside an annual exhibit featuring traditional altars. Arts in the Dark Loop | October This whimsical evening parade celebrates Halloween as the artist’s holiday, with creative puppets, floats, and performances.