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Monday 6/1/2009

The Chicago Chamber Musicians FREE First Monday Concert!
Location: The Chicago Cultural Center, Preston Bradley Hall, 78 E Washington
The Chicago Chamber Musicians is excited to present our Free First Monday Concerts. The most recent First Monday Concert attracted nearly 350 audience members and filled all of the seats! We hope you will share this news so we can achieve the same au...[more details]


Tuesday 6/2/2009

Midwest Film Festival
Location: Landmark's Century Centre Cinema 2828 N. Clark st. Chicago IL
The Midwest Independent Film Festival is the nation's only film festival solely dedicated to the Midwest filmmaker, presenting audiences with regionally produced independent cinema every first Tuesday of the month at Landmark Century Centre Cinema, 2...[more details]

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Wednesday 6/3/2009

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]


Thursday 6/4/2009

Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Friday 6/5/2009

First Fridays at MCA
Location: Museum of Contemporary Art-220 East Chicago
A cultural and social way to end your week, the Museum of Contemporary Art’s (MCA) "First Fridays" series offers a prelude to the weekend with music, food, drinks and stylish atmosphere.

The first Friday of each month, come and put a cultural end...[more details]


Saturday 6/6/2009

25th Annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Location: Millennium Park-N. Michigan Ave. & E. Randolph St.
The Gospel Music Festival features more than 50 performances on three stages and activities for the whole family to enjoy including a gospel art fair.

More info at http://www.chicagogospelmusicfestival.us

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 9:30 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]

The Metronome Celebration
Location: Milwaukee Ave. @ Armitage & Western
The Metronome Celebration will deliver over thirty original bands on 5 unique stages, featuring a Rock and an Electro Stage on Saturday, June 6th, while Sunday, June 7th will include a Punk Stage and a Folk Stage. Add in a diverse menu from over 20...[more details]

Eastside Millennium Art Festival
Location: Michigan Ave & Lake St
Outdoor art festival features 150 juried artists, live music, great food and activities for the kids. All Ages. Free Admission.

More info at http://www.amdurproductions.com/f-eastside-artist.html

25th Annual Chicago Tribune Printers Row Lit Fest
Location: Harold Washington Library 700 S Dearborn St
Join the Chicago Tribune for the Midwest's largest literary event! This outdoor festival offers the opportunity to hear authors speak and debate their works. It also features unique booksellers, poetry readings, exhibitors, kids activities, cooking d...[more details]


Sunday 6/7/2009

25th Annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Location: Millennium Park-N. Michigan Ave. & E. Randolph St.
The Gospel Music Festival features more than 50 performances on three stages and activities for the whole family to enjoy including a gospel art fair.

More info at http://www.chicagogospelmusicfestival.us

The Metronome Celebration
Location: Milwaukee Ave. @ Armitage & Western
The Metronome Celebration will deliver over thirty original bands on 5 unique stages, featuring a Rock and an Electro Stage on Saturday, June 6th, while Sunday, June 7th will include a Punk Stage and a Folk Stage. Add in a diverse menu from over 20...[more details]

Eastside Millennium Art Festival
Location: Michigan Ave & Lake St
Outdoor art festival features 150 juried artists, live music, great food and activities for the kids. All Ages. Free Admission.

More info at http://www.amdurproductions.com/f-eastside-artist.html

25th Annual Chicago Tribune Printers Row Lit Fest
Location: Harold Washington Library 700 S Dearborn St
Join the Chicago Tribune for the Midwest's largest literary event! This outdoor festival offers the opportunity to hear authors speak and debate their works. It also features unique booksellers, poetry readings, exhibitors, kids activities, cooking d...[more details]

Run for the Zoo
Location: Lincoln Park Zoo
United’s Run for the Zoo: Races begin at 8 a.m.

Compete in one of Chicago’s favorite races and run amid the animals. Choose between a 10K or 5K run, 5K Fun Walk or Kids Race (free for kids 10 years and under). Proceeds support Lincoln Park Zoo’s c...[more details]

Tour de Cure
Location: Peck Farm Point Geneva, IL 60134
Join the American Diabetes Association for a summer bicycle excursion! Get ready to cycle with Team Diabetes on Sunday, May 24th at 7:30 a.m. for a 15 or 30 mile long ride along the Chicago lakefront at Bank of America Bike the Drive. On Sunday, J...[more details]


Tuesday 6/9/2009

Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Wednesday 6/10/2009

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]


Thursday 6/11/2009

Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]

Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Friday 6/12/2009

Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location: Navy Pier
Cruise aboard Odyssey on select Friday nights* and receive complimentary Champagne during boarding along with 3-course plated dining and live entertainment.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=315318

26th Annual Chicago Blues Festival
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd. & Columbus Dr.
The Chicago Blues Festival is the largest free blues festival in the world and remains the largest of Chicago's Music Festivals. During three days on six stages, more than 640,000 blues fans prove that Chicago is the "Blues Capital of the World." Pas...[more details]


Saturday 6/13/2009

26th Annual Chicago Blues Festival
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd. & Columbus Dr.
The Chicago Blues Festival is the largest free blues festival in the world and remains the largest of Chicago's Music Festivals. During three days on six stages, more than 640,000 blues fans prove that Chicago is the "Blues Capital of the World." Pas...[more details]

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 9:30 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]

Spirit of Chicago Gospel Lunch Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Gather the family at Navy Pier for an inspirational afternoon.

Enjoy live entertainment, an all-you-can-eat-buffet, and good fellowship. Come aboard and enjoy the most entertaining lunchtime experience in Chicago featuring our Grande Buffet! This...[more details]

60th Annual Old Town Art Fair
Location: Lincoln & Wisconsin Aves..
The tree-lined streets of Chicago's historic Old Town Triangle District will again provide a charming setting for the 60th Old Town Art Fair, the oldest and most prestigious juried outdoor art fair of its kind. Produced by the Old Town Triangle Assoc...[more details]


Sunday 6/14/2009

26th Annual Chicago Blues Festival
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd. & Columbus Dr.
The Chicago Blues Festival is the largest free blues festival in the world and remains the largest of Chicago's Music Festivals. During three days on six stages, more than 640,000 blues fans prove that Chicago is the "Blues Capital of the World." Pas...[more details]

60th Annual Old Town Art Fair
Location: Lincoln & Wisconsin Aves..
The tree-lined streets of Chicago's historic Old Town Triangle District will again provide a charming setting for the 60th Old Town Art Fair, the oldest and most prestigious juried outdoor art fair of its kind. Produced by the Old Town Triangle Assoc...[more details]

Q101 Block Party
Location: Charter One Pavilion at Northerly Island
The annual festival features 311 with guest Ziggy Marley. Beer and food are available for purchase. $45 admission.

Info at http://www.q101.com/music/concertcalendar/Details.aspx?ID=106402


Tuesday 6/16/2009

Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Wednesday 6/17/2009

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]


Thursday 6/18/2009

Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]

Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

Treasures From The Deep
Location: Gurnee Mills Mall, Gurnee, IL
A collection of items from the Titanic are now available this weekend at Gurnee Mills Mall. Come out for a fun walk through the mobile museum that tells the fascinating story of the Titanic through authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of...[more details]

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Friday 6/19/2009

Bike To Work Day Rally
Location: Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
Bike Chicago 2009 is back with more reasons to bike around the city than ever. The Bike to Work Rally will take place on June 19 at Daley Plaza and the 2009 Chicago Criterium will take place in Grant Park on July 26. Making the choice to bike can h...[more details]

Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location: Navy Pier
Cruise aboard Odyssey on select Friday nights* and receive complimentary Champagne during boarding along with 3-course plated dining and live entertainment.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=315318

23rd Annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games
Location: Oak Brook Polo Grounds, 700 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook, IL
The Illinois Saint Andrew Society (ISAS) presents the 23rd Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games 2009. ISAS, Illinois’ oldest charity, is proud to once again present their annual summer celebration with a dazzling array of events for the whole fa...[more details]

Close Up 2 Smooth Jazz Festival
Location: Federal Plaza Square 219 S Dearborn St
The third annual fest highlights more than 20 local and national bands. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase. Also features an art show and games for kids.

Event Phone Number: 312-385-1111

St. Josaphat Summerfest
Location: Lincoln Park 2311 Southport, Chicago, IL 60614
MUSIC, FOOD and FUN

The 20th Annual Summerfest 2009 will be celebrated the weekend of June 19-21! Please join us for a festive weekend with great food, music and fun! Bring your family to the wonderful Family Funday on Sunday!
Don't miss our fabu...[more details]

Taste of Randolph
Location: On Randolph Street, West of Peoria Street
Taste of Randolph Street presented by Miller Lite is set in Chicago’s Randolph Street corridor in the heart of the West Loop community. A chic, upscale area housing several of Chicago’s trendiest art galleries and nightclubs, Randolph Street corridor...[more details]

1st Annual Taste of the Riverwalk
Location: Wacker Drive & South Bank of the Chicago River from Franklin St to Lake Shore Dr
The Chicago Riverwalk returns in 2009 offering visitors a wide-range of amenities, with three new vendors added the line-up. The Riverwalk officially opens Memorial Day from 6a.m. - 11p.m. Some attractions will begin to open by mid-May, weather per...[more details]

Treasures From The Deep
Location: Gurnee Mills Mall, Gurnee, IL
A collection of items from the Titanic are now available this weekend at Gurnee Mills Mall. Come out for a fun walk through the mobile museum that tells the fascinating story of the Titanic through authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of...[more details]


Saturday 6/20/2009

Chicago Summerfest
Location: Lincoln Park 2000 N Clark St
Lincoln Park gets festive with live music, beer, arts and crafts, a fine art show and kids' entertainment.

Event Phone Number: 773-665-4682

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 9:30 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]

Men's Fitness Ultimate Athlete
Location: North Avenue Beach
Men’s Fitness is bringing its Ultimate Athlete event to Chicago’s Lakefront this summer. The competitive athletic skills challenge is free and open to the public and will take place on Saturday, June 20, 2009, from 11 AM - 5 PM CT on North Ave. Beac...[more details]

Puerto Rican Day Parade
Location: Columbus and Balbo Drives
The 44th annual parade celebrating Puerto Rican culture steps off at Columbus and Balbo Drives and proceeds north on Columbus Drive to Monroe Street with a procession of floats, folk dancers, reggaeton music groups, salsa dancers and others in tow.
...[more details]

Historic Pullman Garden Walk
Location: Pullman State Historic Site 11111 S Forrestville, Chicago
This year's "GreenFifteen" theme will include how to utilize some of the newest conservation and ecology ideas...with demonstrations, vendors, "Recycle" artists and more! Visit 6 private gardens and 6 public gardens, Organic Cafe, and plant sale. O...[more details]

23rd Annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games
Location: Oak Brook Polo Grounds, 700 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook, IL
The Illinois Saint Andrew Society (ISAS) presents the 23rd Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games 2009. ISAS, Illinois’ oldest charity, is proud to once again present their annual summer celebration with a dazzling array of events for the whole fa...[more details]

Close Up 2 Smooth Jazz Festival
Location: Federal Plaza Square 219 S Dearborn St
The third annual fest highlights more than 20 local and national bands. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase. Also features an art show and games for kids.

Event Phone Number: 312-385-1111

St. Josaphat Summerfest
Location: Lincoln Park 2311 Southport, Chicago, IL 60614
MUSIC, FOOD and FUN

The 20th Annual Summerfest 2009 will be celebrated the weekend of June 19-21! Please join us for a festive weekend with great food, music and fun! Bring your family to the wonderful Family Funday on Sunday!
Don't miss our fabu...[more details]

Taste of Randolph
Location: On Randolph Street, West of Peoria Street
Taste of Randolph Street presented by Miller Lite is set in Chicago’s Randolph Street corridor in the heart of the West Loop community. A chic, upscale area housing several of Chicago’s trendiest art galleries and nightclubs, Randolph Street corridor...[more details]

1st Annual Taste of the Riverwalk
Location: Wacker Drive & South Bank of the Chicago River from Franklin St to Lake Shore Dr
The Chicago Riverwalk returns in 2009 offering visitors a wide-range of amenities, with three new vendors added the line-up. The Riverwalk officially opens Memorial Day from 6a.m. - 11p.m. Some attractions will begin to open by mid-May, weather per...[more details]

Treasures From The Deep
Location: Gurnee Mills Mall, Gurnee, IL
A collection of items from the Titanic are now available this weekend at Gurnee Mills Mall. Come out for a fun walk through the mobile museum that tells the fascinating story of the Titanic through authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of...[more details]

Chicago World Cup Soccer Tournament
Location: Chicago YMCA Rauner Family, 2700 S Western Ave
The 2009 Chicago World Cup will take place on Saturday June 27th at the Chicago YMCA Rauner and based on its success will be surrounded this year by other official events such as a formal public banquet on 6/26, where the players will have a chance t...[more details]

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Saturday tours occur on the 3rd Saturday of...[more details]


Sunday 6/21/2009

Chicago Summerfest
Location: Lincoln Park 2000 N Clark St
Lincoln Park gets festive with live music, beer, arts and crafts, a fine art show and kids' entertainment.

Event Phone Number: 773-665-4682

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, Mystic Blue Father's Day Brunch & Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
GET OUT ON THE WATER FOR A TOTALLY ENTERTAINING FATHER'S DAY!
Why not celebrate Dad's special day aboard a Chicago Father's Day Cruise? Bring your friends and family down to the Chicago lakefront and welcome in Spring aboard an Father's Day Brunch o...[more details]

Close Up 2 Smooth Jazz Festival
Location: Federal Plaza Square 219 S Dearborn St
The third annual fest highlights more than 20 local and national bands. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase. Also features an art show and games for kids.

Event Phone Number: 312-385-1111

St. Josaphat Summerfest
Location: Lincoln Park 2311 Southport, Chicago, IL 60614
MUSIC, FOOD and FUN

The 20th Annual Summerfest 2009 will be celebrated the weekend of June 19-21! Please join us for a festive weekend with great food, music and fun! Bring your family to the wonderful Family Funday on Sunday!
Don't miss our fabu...[more details]

Taste of Randolph
Location: On Randolph Street, West of Peoria Street
Taste of Randolph Street presented by Miller Lite is set in Chicago’s Randolph Street corridor in the heart of the West Loop community. A chic, upscale area housing several of Chicago’s trendiest art galleries and nightclubs, Randolph Street corridor...[more details]

1st Annual Taste of the Riverwalk
Location: Wacker Drive & South Bank of the Chicago River from Franklin St to Lake Shore Dr
The Chicago Riverwalk returns in 2009 offering visitors a wide-range of amenities, with three new vendors added the line-up. The Riverwalk officially opens Memorial Day from 6a.m. - 11p.m. Some attractions will begin to open by mid-May, weather per...[more details]

Treasures From The Deep
Location: Gurnee Mills Mall, Gurnee, IL
A collection of items from the Titanic are now available this weekend at Gurnee Mills Mall. Come out for a fun walk through the mobile museum that tells the fascinating story of the Titanic through authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of...[more details]


Tuesday 6/23/2009

Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Wednesday 6/24/2009

Chicago Arabesque Festival
Location: Daley Plaza
Chicago Arabesque is a non-religious, non-political festival that will promote public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of the Arab World. Representing over twenty Arab countries, the fest seeks to introduce Ame...[more details]

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 8:45 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]


Thursday 6/25/2009

Chicago Arabesque Festival
Location: Daley Plaza
Chicago Arabesque is a non-religious, non-political festival that will promote public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of the Arab World. Representing over twenty Arab countries, the fest seeks to introduce Ame...[more details]

Cool Jazz Thursdays
Location: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive
With the expansion of the entertainment and environment in the South Loop area, M/X Patio, an outdoor patio at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois, has launched a great entertainment event this summer wi...[more details]

Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]


Friday 6/26/2009

Chicago Arabesque Festival
Location: Daley Plaza
Chicago Arabesque is a non-religious, non-political festival that will promote public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of the Arab World. Representing over twenty Arab countries, the fest seeks to introduce Ame...[more details]

Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location: Navy Pier
Cruise aboard Odyssey on select Friday nights* and receive complimentary Champagne during boarding along with 3-course plated dining and live entertainment.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=315318

Chicago Soul Music Festival
Location: Union Park-1501 W. Randolph St.
We are very excited to invite you to the Chicago Soul Music Festival 2009. The 3-day outdoor music festival is set to take place June 26, 27 and 28th at Union Park-blocks away from the Oprah Winfrey's Studios-produced in cooperation with Alderman Bur...[more details]

The Dew Tour, Nike 6.0 BMX Open
Location: Grant Park
The Dew Tour, the world’s premiere season-long action sports tour, will be coming to Chicago for the first time in its five-year history for the Nike 6.0 BMX Open. It will be held in Grant Park, adjacent to the Taste of Chicago, on June 26th and 27th...[more details]

29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.

Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]


Saturday 6/27/2009

Chicago Arabesque Festival
Location: Daley Plaza
Chicago Arabesque is a non-religious, non-political festival that will promote public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of the Arab World. Representing over twenty Arab countries, the fest seeks to introduce Ame...[more details]

Chicago Soul Music Festival
Location: Union Park-1501 W. Randolph St.
We are very excited to invite you to the Chicago Soul Music Festival 2009. The 3-day outdoor music festival is set to take place June 26, 27 and 28th at Union Park-blocks away from the Oprah Winfrey's Studios-produced in cooperation with Alderman Bur...[more details]

Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Cruises
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand
Enjoy a dramatic nighttime Lake Michigan Tour followed by a spectacular Navy Pier Fireworks display! Boats depart 9:30 pm. For information including tickets in advance, call 312-222-9328.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=31482...[more details]

Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, and Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Location: Navy Pier
Chicago Fireworks Cruises
Enjoy a spectacular Chicago fireworks display aboard a Chicago Fireworks Cruise. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Navy Pier presents a Chicago fireworks extravaganza every Wednesday and Saturday. Boats docked at Navy Pi...[more details]

The Dew Tour, Nike 6.0 BMX Open
Location: Grant Park
The Dew Tour, the world’s premiere season-long action sports tour, will be coming to Chicago for the first time in its five-year history for the Nike 6.0 BMX Open. It will be held in Grant Park, adjacent to the Taste of Chicago, on June 26th and 27th...[more details]

Randolph Street Market Festival
Location: 1350 block of W. Randolph Street
The Randolph Street Market Festival encompasses several smaller markets in one kinetic energy-filled environment including the Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market, Fancy Food Market, the Vinyl Swap Meet and the Global Goods Bazaar. For mor...[more details]

29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.

Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]

Chicago World Cup Soccer Tournament
Location: Chicago YMCA Rauner Family, 2700 S Western Ave
The 2009 Chicago World Cup will take place on Saturday June 27th at the Chicago YMCA Rauner and based on its success will be surrounded this year by other official events such as a formal public banquet on 6/26, where the players will have a chance t...[more details]


Sunday 6/28/2009

Chicago Soul Music Festival
Location: Union Park-1501 W. Randolph St.
We are very excited to invite you to the Chicago Soul Music Festival 2009. The 3-day outdoor music festival is set to take place June 26, 27 and 28th at Union Park-blocks away from the Oprah Winfrey's Studios-produced in cooperation with Alderman Bur...[more details]

Gay and Lesbian Pride Parade
Location: Halsted Street and Belmont Avenue
The 40th annual Lakeview celebration features floats, bands and politicians. Festivities also include parties and picnics along the lakefront.

The parade starts at Halsted Street and Belmont Avenue and proceeds north on Halsted Street to Broadway,...[more details]

17th Annual Race to the Taste
Location: Columbus Dr. and Balbo Dr.
Ready...set...race! The 17th Annual Race to Taste 5K Run/2-Mile Walk will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2009. This year, take a new route through Chicago's beautiful Grant Park and lakefront, and stay for activities and great food at Taste of Chicago. ...[more details]

Randolph Street Market Festival
Location: 1350 block of W. Randolph Street
The Randolph Street Market Festival encompasses several smaller markets in one kinetic energy-filled environment including the Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market, Fancy Food Market, the Vinyl Swap Meet and the Global Goods Bazaar. For mor...[more details]

29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.

Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]


Monday 6/29/2009

29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.

Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]


Tuesday 6/30/2009

Prudential Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Prudential Plaza - Lake St & Beaubien Court
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago.

More at http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us

29th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location: Grant Park-Jackson Blvd & Columbus Dr
There’s food for everybody’s taste at the annual Taste of Chicago where you’ll find more than 300 menu items at over 70 restaurants.

Plenty of free entertainment is available to amuse you before, during and after your dining experience. Music from...[more details]

Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.

Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]

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