Sound Masters

If you're searching for an exciting day trip near Chicago, look no further than Raging Waves Waterpark. With nine waterslides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and a giant sandbox, kids and adults alike will have a great time. Since opening to the public in 2008, Raging Waves has expanded to cover 58 acres, adding 15 more waterslides, 43 private cabanas, and 11 dining options. It's hard to believe that it all began with only 17 waterslides, a ¼ mile-long lazy river, a 350,000-gallon wave pool, a sand area, a leisure pool, and two restaurants.

The Ravinia Festival is a popular event that attracts over 600,000 visitors annually. The festival takes place from June to September at Ravinia Park, which hosts 120 to 150 music events. The Breaking Barriers Festival is part of a successful series of concerts and symposiums focusing on female conductors. This time, the festival celebrated female composers in classical, jazz, and singer-songwriter genres. The festival featured three evening concerts, panel and roundtable discussions, workshops pairing composers and conductors, and other events collaborating with New Music USA and The Chicago Network.

The Lyric Opera of Chicago is known for its visually stunning productions each season, featuring some of the world's greatest singers. The company has gained international fame for its artistic excellence, celebrated orchestra, and chorus. The live performances of the Lyric Opera of Chicago are powerful, unique, and inspiring to audiences, leaving a lasting impression long after the curtain falls. Additionally, the Lyric Opera of Chicago fosters creativity by providing innovative learning opportunities, creative exploration, and artistic collaboration. The company encourages tens of thousands of students, educators, and families from across Chicago to embrace the joy, power, and relevance of opera as a catalyst for growth and change.