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*Human Chicago Community Events

Experiences designed to collectively explore what it means to be human.
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Happening in Chicago

Three Wednesdays: October 21, October 28 & November 4 · 6:15 to 8:20pm
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Happy on Purpose: 3-Night Fall 2026 Deep Dive
Three Wednesday nights this fall exploring what makes life meaningful, with dinner, stories, and group reflection. Starts Wednesday, October 21 at 6:15pm.

Past Events

Wednesday, July 15 · 7:00 to 9:00pm
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*Human Summer: Rooftop Grill Night
A rooftop evening with a chef-led cooking lesson, good conversation, and connection with the *Human Chicago community. Wednesday, July 15 · 7:00-9:00pm at Willow Terrace.
Thursday, August 13 · 6:30 to 9:30pm
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Beauty as a Doorway
An evening art walk at the Art Institute of Chicago with art historian Joe Cunniff, followed by reflection and a social at Miller's Pub. Thursday, August 13 · 6:30-9:30pm.
Thursday, September 3 · 6:00 to 9:30pm
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Music as a Meeting Place
A picnic and live jazz at Millennium Park on opening night of the Chicago Jazz Festival, with guided conversation and the *Human Chicago community. Thursday, September 3 · 6:00-9:30pm.
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*Human Social - Come and See Night
If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or pressured to “figure it all out,” you’re not alone.
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*Human Social - Am I doing a good job at being me? (Weekly series)
Our first five-session experience invites you into a deeper exploration of who you are and what your life is meant to hold.
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FAQs

Questions About Our Chicago Community Events

What to know before joining one of our gatherings around Chicago.

What kind of events does *Human Chicago host?
Are *Human Chicago events free?
Where can I find free things to do in Chicago with *Human?
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