Día de la Comunidad Valenciana, which commemorates the liberation of the city from the Moors, brings along one of the most peculiar and charming Valencian traditions. In a kind of “alternative Valentine’s day”, men give their loved ones a special gift of marzipan figurines of fruits and vegetables wrapped in a silk scarf known as the mocadora.

The Chicago International Film Festival brings motion pictures from the across the world (and the state of Illinois) to the Windy City, showcasing the best of the world's cinematographic endeavor within a space of 2 exciting weeks.

This contemporary art center founded by Linda Pace houses masterpieces created by both local and global artists, like Alejandro Diaz and Do Ho Suh. All their exhibitions are free for everyone to enjoy and span across the two floors of the building, and they also host different themed events.

Step into a piece of history called The Buckhorn Saloon. Feel the Old West all around you as you sit at the bar surrounded by various animal decorations. After having a drink or a snack, visit one of the two museums on location. The Buckhorn museum houses many different animals, about 520 species of all kinds, from fish to elephants. Additionally, the Texas Ranger museum has exhibits that highlight the long arm of the law back in the day. Hundreds of artifacts such as revolvers, badges and photographs. There is even a recreation of San Antonio during those times with a working jail, telegraph office, as well as a Bonnie and Clyde exhibit.