Things to Do in Bucktown

Tennis, pools, basketball, squash, gym, spa -- all under one roof. $50 day pass.

Indoor tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, basketball, squash, full gym, group fitness, and a spa. Day passes occasionally available ($50); primarily membership-based. The most complete indoor sports facility in the city, if you can get in.

2444 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 · Mon-Fri 5am-10pm, Sat-Sun 6am-9pm

100 capacity. Prohibition-era bar. Shows sell out fast. Regulars are fiercely loyal.

Century-old bar tucked in an industrial pocket of Bucktown. Prohibition-era hangout turned into one of Chicago's most intimate live music rooms. Alt-country, folk, rock, comedy, literary events. About 100 capacity -- shows sell out fast.

1354 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 · Wed-Sat shows, doors vary · indoor

Neighborhood pet grooming salon in Bucktown with self-wash stations and full-service grooming. Self-wash from $20 (includes shampoo, towels, and dryers). Full grooming for small dogs from $50, large dogs from $80. No appointment needed for self-wash. A low-key, friendly shop that does not try to upsell you.

1656 W Cortland St, Chicago, IL 60622 · Tue-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm · (773) 252-2827 · indoor