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InterNations - The Place for Iranians in Chicago

Dorood bar shoma to all Iranians in Chicago! Searching for other Iranians in Chicago? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow Iranians for example, where in Chicago can I find a Iranian restaurant? Or where in Chicago can I find some nan-e kabab?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Chicago community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of Iranian expats, coming from all corners of Iran, from Tehran, Mashad, Isfahan, and many more.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Chicago

21,406

members in Chicago

154

Iranian members

monthly events

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Iranians at our events in Chicago

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Iranians in Chicago.

Broken Shaker

1. April 2026, 23:30

2 attendees

Let's celebrate happy hour at one of the swankest bars in town. The Broken shaker offers the best selection of mixed drinks in the River North neighborhood. The non alcoholic selection is equally impressive. We will meet in the Broken shaker bar and enjoy some adult beverages. Non alcoholic options

DANCE CELEBRATION : Dark 80s New Wave Night

5. April 2026, 03:30

13 attendees

Birthday Edition Step into the shadows of the 1980s and surrender to the sound that defined a generation. This is New Wave in its darkest, most seductive form—moody synths, hypnotic beats, and an atmosphere that’s equal parts rebellion and elegance. FREE ENTRY (Limited!) Register now to secure you

Jammy Buffet at Garcia's

10. April 2026, 01:00

4 attendees

OOPS, I am going to be out of town, returning at the evening of the show. I am not a huge Jimmy Buffet fan but it will be spring, I've never Garcia's and it's only two blocks from from clark lake station

InterNations Chicago Newcomers Event @Starbucks Reserve Roastery

18. April 2026, 01:30

18 attendees

New in Chicago? New to InterNations? Our Newcomers’ Events are smaller, lovely get-togethers and specially organized for members who are new in our community. Come join us to mingle and meet other expat newbies, while learning about everything the InterNations Chicago Community has to offer. The e

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!