The Democratic National Convention blows into town Monday, Aug. 19, for four jam-packed days of politicking, newly energized as Kamala Harris takes center stage. Out-of-towners have so many options we’ve rounded up standout DNC-themed cultural events, plus recommendations for what to eat and fun neighborhoods to visit.
Live in Chicago? Get a jump on the party Friday, Aug. 9, at a Q&A with Gordon Quinn, one of the founders of Kartemquin Films; Andrew Davis, director of The Fugitive; and Rich Moskol, the former head of the Chicago Film Office. They’ll discuss the challenge of political filmmaking at FACETS in Lincoln Park (1517 W. Fullerton Ave.; doors open at 7 p.m., $10).