Chicago in the Summer 2026 | Weekend Itinerary & Local Spots

Описание: Planning a summer weekend in Chicago in 2026? Come spend a weekend with me in the city as I share my favorite spots, hidden gems, and what a summer weekend in Chicago really looks like! 🌆

This video is perfect for first-time visitors, weekend travelers, or locals looking for inspiration to enjoy the city. From farmers markets and parks to lakefront adventures and unique neighborhood finds, I show you how to make the most of 48 hours in Chicago.

🌟 Weekend Highlights
🍏 Lincoln Park Farmers Market – fresh finds and homemade apple crumble!

🌿 Palmisano Park, Lincoln Park & Gold Coast – perfect spots for a summer stroll

🌊 Chicago lakefront & Milton Lee Olive Park – relax by the water

🎥 Oz Park Movies in the Park – enjoy summer cinema outdoors

🥳 Logan Square birthday celebration – lively neighborhood vibes

☕ Coffee & Tea Exchange, thrift stores, bookstores in Lakeview – small city adventures

📖 Lincoln Park Conservatory garden reading – quiet summer moments

🗺️ Recommended Summer Activities & Tickets (This video contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you)

Chicago Architecture River Cruise: https://tripadvisor.tpx.lu/sbx3urzZ

Original Chicago Interiors Tour (rainy days): https://tripadvisor.tpx.lu/J8eq4CFy

Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise: https://tripadvisor.tpx.lu/mLxAYlnx

Check out more Chicago summer travel tips here:
101 Things To Do in Chicago: https://www.scenicroutetraveler.com/1...
Chicago Travel Guide (as told by a local): https://www.scenicroutetraveler.com/c...

⏰ Video Chapters / Weekend Itinerary
0:00 – Intro & weekend overview
1:12 – Lincoln Park Farmers Market & homemade apple crumble
2:45 – Palmisano Park, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast stroll
4:20 – Lakefront & Milton Lee Olive Park
5:50 – Oz Park: Movies in the Park
7:05 – Logan Square birthday celebration
8:10 – Coffee & bookstore stops in Lakeview
9:05 – Lincoln Park Conservatory garden reading & summer reflections
10:00 – Final thoughts & top tips for a Chicago weekend

🧭 TRAVEL RESOURCES & LINKS
📱 eSIM (used on this trip): Saily https://saily.tpx.lu/dua1Bx66

🏠 Hostels: Hostelworld https://hostelworld.tpx.lu/CFRrWjPK

✈️ Flights & Hotels: Expedia https://expedia.tpx.lu/HkUyqX1Z

🌍 Travel Insurance I Use: https://visitorscoverage.tpx.lu/UFqjJH51

📱 Connect with Me
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Which Chicago summer spot would you visit first? Tell me in the comments below — I love reading your picks and sharing travel ideas!