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Chicago Events Calendar / Things-To-Do
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Midwest Independent Film Festival
Location:
Landmark Century Cinema, 2828 N. Clark, Chicago
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First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue as the award-winning documentary America the Beautiful screens on Tuesday, April 1st. This enlightening and controversial film premiered at the AFI Dallas International Film Festival...[more details]
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Skyline Boat Tour
Location:
Buckingham Fountain Dock, Chicago Lakefront
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Shoreline Sightseeing will offer their famous Skyline Boat Tours from their Buckingham Fountain dock daily during Taste of Chicago. When Taste-goers need a break, they can stroll over to Shoreline’s Buckingham Fountain dock for a relaxing and refres...[more details]
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28th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park
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The Taste of Chicago that evolved from that steamy July 4th in 1980 is the second largest tourist attraction in Illinois. For ten days, this free- admission festival, now in its 27th year, is the place to be, infusing the city with a holiday spirit a...[more details]
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Tuesdays on the Terrace
Location:
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E. Chicago Ave.
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Join us for Tuesdays on the Terrace, another exciting season of free evening jazz concerts on the MCA's Anne and John Kern Terrace overlooking Lake Michigan. Enjoy cocktails and a buffet dinner ($16.50) while listening to Chicago's finest jazz musici...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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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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Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
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Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
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Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
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Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
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Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
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The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
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Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
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Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Wednesday throughout the summer at 9:00 pm - fireworks at 9:30.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
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Skyline Boat Tour
Location:
Buckingham Fountain Dock, Chicago Lakefront
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Shoreline Sightseeing will offer their famous Skyline Boat Tours from their Buckingham Fountain dock daily during Taste of Chicago. When Taste-goers need a break, they can stroll over to Shoreline’s Buckingham Fountain dock for a relaxing and refres...[more details]
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28th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park
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The Taste of Chicago that evolved from that steamy July 4th in 1980 is the second largest tourist attraction in Illinois. For ten days, this free- admission festival, now in its 27th year, is the place to be, infusing the city with a holiday spirit a...[more details]
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Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza on Washington and Dearborn
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Thursdays May 15-Oct. 2, 2008
7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This year marks the 28th anniversary in which farmers and local merchants offer their freshest fruits, vegetables, pastries and other homemade products for sale to Chicagoans and visitors alike.
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Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
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Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
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Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
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The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
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Jazzin' at the Shedd
Location:
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
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Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
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WTMX Party in the Park
Location:
Park Grill | Millennium Park,
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Cut out of work early every Thursday (from May 29-August 21) and meet up with THE MIX and Bud Select as we present Party in the Park this Thursday from 4PM until 6:30PM outside at The Park Grill Restaurant ... on the plaza at Millennium Park.
See...[more details]
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Shoreline - Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
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Celebrate the nation's birthday with a one-hour Shoreline Fireworks Cruise! Vessels depart Navy Pier at approx. 9:00 for the giant 9:30 fireworks display. Cruises sell out quickly -early reservations strongly suggested.
Call 312-222-9328 or visi...[more details]
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Skyline Boat Tour
Location:
Buckingham Fountain Dock, Chicago Lakefront
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Shoreline Sightseeing will offer their famous Skyline Boat Tours from their Buckingham Fountain dock daily during Taste of Chicago. When Taste-goers need a break, they can stroll over to Shoreline’s Buckingham Fountain dock for a relaxing and refres...[more details]
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Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
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The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[more details]
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28th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park
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The Taste of Chicago that evolved from that steamy July 4th in 1980 is the second largest tourist attraction in Illinois. For ten days, this free- admission festival, now in its 27th year, is the place to be, infusing the city with a holiday spirit a...[more details]
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Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:
12:00pm
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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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July 4th Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
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Enjoy a special 90-minute cruise combining Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier Patriotic July 4th Fireworks! Departs Friday, July 4th at 9:00 pm - fireworks at 9:30.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://w...[more details]
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Skyline Boat Tour
Location:
Buckingham Fountain Dock, Chicago Lakefront
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Shoreline Sightseeing will offer their famous Skyline Boat Tours from their Buckingham Fountain dock daily during Taste of Chicago. When Taste-goers need a break, they can stroll over to Shoreline’s Buckingham Fountain dock for a relaxing and refres...[more details]
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Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
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The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[more details]
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28th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park
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The Taste of Chicago that evolved from that steamy July 4th in 1980 is the second largest tourist attraction in Illinois. For ten days, this free- admission festival, now in its 27th year, is the place to be, infusing the city with a holiday spirit a...[more details]
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Whale Watching Cruise (Happy Hour)
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
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Who: You and your guests!
What: Yes, we are venturing out on Lake Michigan in search of whales! Come out sailing on the Tall Ship Red Witch, while we look for (haven’t seen one yet) whales. Yes, there will be alcohol involved on this two hour...[more details]
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Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
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Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
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Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
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Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
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Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
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Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Saturday throughout the summer at 9:30 pm - fireworks at 10:15.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
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Skyline Boat Tour
Location:
Buckingham Fountain Dock, Chicago Lakefront
|
Shoreline Sightseeing will offer their famous Skyline Boat Tours from their Buckingham Fountain dock daily during Taste of Chicago. When Taste-goers need a break, they can stroll over to Shoreline’s Buckingham Fountain dock for a relaxing and refres...[more details]
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Summer Workouts
Location:
Millennium Park-Michigan & Randolph Sts
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2008 Free Summer Workouts
Saturdays, June 7 - September 27
Great Lawn of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion
Begin your weekend with a workout led by a Chicago dance company or take a class with the instructors from the Lakeshore Athletic Club - Illinois...[more details]
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28th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park
|
The Taste of Chicago that evolved from that steamy July 4th in 1980 is the second largest tourist attraction in Illinois. For ten days, this free- admission festival, now in its 27th year, is the place to be, infusing the city with a holiday spirit a...[more details]
|
Skyline Boat Tour
Location:
Buckingham Fountain Dock, Chicago Lakefront
|
Shoreline Sightseeing will offer their famous Skyline Boat Tours from their Buckingham Fountain dock daily during Taste of Chicago. When Taste-goers need a break, they can stroll over to Shoreline’s Buckingham Fountain dock for a relaxing and refres...[more details]
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28th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location:
Grant Park
|
The Taste of Chicago that evolved from that steamy July 4th in 1980 is the second largest tourist attraction in Illinois. For ten days, this free- admission festival, now in its 27th year, is the place to be, infusing the city with a holiday spirit a...[more details]
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Mystic Blue Cabaret Lunch Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
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Mystic Blue. Dine. Dance. Drink. Let your hair down. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The service is great. The view is amazing. Imagine the beautiful Chicago skyline as it reaches for miles North and South with the lake resting at its feet...[more details]
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Tuesdays on the Terrace
Location:
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E. Chicago Ave.
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Join us for Tuesdays on the Terrace, another exciting season of free evening jazz concerts on the MCA's Anne and John Kern Terrace overlooking Lake Michigan. Enjoy cocktails and a buffet dinner ($16.50) while listening to Chicago's finest jazz musici...[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]
|
Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
|
Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
|
Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
|
Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Wednesday throughout the summer at 9:00 pm - fireworks at 9:30.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
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Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza on Washington and Dearborn
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Thursdays May 15-Oct. 2, 2008
7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This year marks the 28th anniversary in which farmers and local merchants offer their freshest fruits, vegetables, pastries and other homemade products for sale to Chicagoans and visitors alike.
|
Jazzin' at the Shedd
Location:
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
|
Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
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Music Without Borders
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park
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The Chicago Department of Cultural Affiars, Millennium Park presents the third year of the popular international music series, Music Without Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe. The series, which consists of six...[more details]
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WTMX Party in the Park
Location:
Park Grill | Millennium Park,
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Cut out of work early every Thursday (from May 29-August 21) and meet up with THE MIX and Bud Select as we present Party in the Park this Thursday from 4PM until 6:30PM outside at The Park Grill Restaurant ... on the plaza at Millennium Park.
See...[more details]
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Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
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The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[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]
|
AVP Crocs Chicago Volleyball Open
Location:
Oak St Beach, 1001 N. Lakeshore Drive
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The AVP is returning to Chicago for another exciting weekend, and this is one event you don't want to miss. The world's best beach volleyball players will battle it out on the court in one of their last tournaments before heading to the 2008 Summer O...[more details]
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Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
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The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
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Irish American Heritage Festival
Location:
4626 N Knox Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630
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The 23rd annual Irish American Heritage Festival will be held July 11, 12 and 13, 2008.
The festival features three days of music on four stages, featuring Gaelic Storm, The Makem and Spain Brothers, the Mickey Finns, The Tossers and Seven Nation...[more details]
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Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
|
The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[more details]
|
Whale Watching Cruise (Happy Hour)
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: You and your guests!
What: Yes, we are venturing out on Lake Michigan in search of whales! Come out sailing on the Tall Ship Red Witch, while we look for (haven’t seen one yet) whales. Yes, there will be alcohol involved on this two hour...[more details]
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AVP Crocs Chicago Volleyball Open
Location:
Oak St Beach, 1001 N. Lakeshore Drive
|
The AVP is returning to Chicago for another exciting weekend, and this is one event you don't want to miss. The world's best beach volleyball players will battle it out on the court in one of their last tournaments before heading to the 2008 Summer O...[more details]
|
Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
|
Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
|
Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
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Spirit of Chicago Gospel Lunch Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
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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 two-hour cruise along Chicago’s magnificent lakefront is perfect f...[more details]
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Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
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The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
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Irish American Heritage Festival
Location:
4626 N Knox Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630
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The 23rd annual Irish American Heritage Festival will be held July 11, 12 and 13, 2008.
The festival features three days of music on four stages, featuring Gaelic Storm, The Makem and Spain Brothers, the Mickey Finns, The Tossers and Seven Nation...[more details]
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McDonald's L.A.T.E Ride
Location:
Buckingham Fountain
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Join up to 10,000 bicyclists on Saturday night/Sunday morning July 12/13 for McDonald's L.A.T.E. Ride, hosted by and benefiting Friends of the Parks. Enjoy a 25-mile ride through Chicago's neighborhoods and along the lakefront. Cycle past skyscrapers...[more details]
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15th Annual Mayor's Cup Youth Soccer Tournament
Location:
Lincoln Park
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Mayor’s Cup Soccer Tournament to take place July 12 & 13, 2008
The Mayor’s Cup Soccer Tournament is presented by Kohl's Department Stores and will take place in Lincoln Park at Montrose Harbor on July 12 & 13, 2008 from 9am-6pm. This free tournam...[more details]
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Starbucks Rock Around the Block
Location:
3600 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago
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Rock Around the Block... entering its 15th season, has been ranked by WXRT Radio as one of the best musical events in Chicago.
Rock features about thirty of the windy city's best bands continuously performing on three unique stages and four full b...[more details]
|
Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
|
Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Saturday throughout the summer at 9:30 pm - fireworks at 10:15.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
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Soldier Field Cornhole Classic
Location:
Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr
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The 2nd annual Soldier Field Cornhole Classic will be held at Soldier Field’s south parking lot. Both competitive and social throwers are welcome. All participants are guaranteed at least two rounds of play and will compete for a total of $5,000 in...[more details]
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Summer Workouts
Location:
Millennium Park-Michigan & Randolph Sts
|
2008 Free Summer Workouts
Saturdays, June 7 - September 27
Great Lawn of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion
Begin your weekend with a workout led by a Chicago dance company or take a class with the instructors from the Lakeshore Athletic Club - Illinois...[more details]
|
AVP Crocs Chicago Volleyball Open
Location:
Oak St Beach, 1001 N. Lakeshore Drive
|
The AVP is returning to Chicago for another exciting weekend, and this is one event you don't want to miss. The world's best beach volleyball players will battle it out on the court in one of their last tournaments before heading to the 2008 Summer O...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Irish American Heritage Festival
Location:
4626 N Knox Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630
|
The 23rd annual Irish American Heritage Festival will be held July 11, 12 and 13, 2008.
The festival features three days of music on four stages, featuring Gaelic Storm, The Makem and Spain Brothers, the Mickey Finns, The Tossers and Seven Nation...[more details]
|
McDonald's L.A.T.E Ride
Location:
Buckingham Fountain
|
Join up to 10,000 bicyclists on Saturday night/Sunday morning July 12/13 for McDonald's L.A.T.E. Ride, hosted by and benefiting Friends of the Parks. Enjoy a 25-mile ride through Chicago's neighborhoods and along the lakefront. Cycle past skyscrapers...[more details]
|
15th Annual Mayor's Cup Youth Soccer Tournament
Location:
Lincoln Park
|
Mayor’s Cup Soccer Tournament to take place July 12 & 13, 2008
The Mayor’s Cup Soccer Tournament is presented by Kohl's Department Stores and will take place in Lincoln Park at Montrose Harbor on July 12 & 13, 2008 from 9am-6pm. This free tournam...[more details]
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Mercury Canine Cruise
Location:
Riverside Gardens, southeast corner-lower level of Michigan Avenue & Wacker Drive
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Mercury Canine Cruise – Chicago’s only cruise for canines, Mercury Canine Cruise sets sail at 10 am each Sunday in July, August and September, beginning Sunday, July 13, 2008. Dog-loving first mates welcome well-behaved and leashed canines aboard fo...[more details]
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Starbucks Rock Around the Block
Location:
3600 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago
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Rock Around the Block... entering its 15th season, has been ranked by WXRT Radio as one of the best musical events in Chicago.
Rock features about thirty of the windy city's best bands continuously performing on three unique stages and four full b...[more details]
|
Mystic Blue Cabaret Lunch Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
|
Mystic Blue. Dine. Dance. Drink. Let your hair down. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The service is great. The view is amazing. Imagine the beautiful Chicago skyline as it reaches for miles North and South with the lake resting at its feet...[more details]
|
9th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
Location:
Grant Park
Tuesdays on the Terrace
Location:
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E. Chicago Ave.
|
Join us for Tuesdays on the Terrace, another exciting season of free evening jazz concerts on the MCA's Anne and John Kern Terrace overlooking Lake Michigan. Enjoy cocktails and a buffet dinner ($16.50) while listening to Chicago's finest jazz musici...[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]
|
Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
|
Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
|
Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Spirit of Chicago History Lunch Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
National Sports Collectors Convention
Location:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center-Rosemont
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The National will be host to over 700 dealers and distributors, 50 Corporate Displays in 400,000+ sq ft of convention show floor exhibit space. Activities include an Autograph Pavilion with 60+ athletes and entertainment celebrities, a VIP Admission...[more details]
|
Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
|
Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Wednesday throughout the summer at 9:00 pm - fireworks at 9:30.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
|
Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza on Washington and Dearborn
|
Thursdays May 15-Oct. 2, 2008
7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This year marks the 28th anniversary in which farmers and local merchants offer their freshest fruits, vegetables, pastries and other homemade products for sale to Chicagoans and visitors alike.
|
Jazzin' at the Shedd
Location:
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
|
Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
|
Music Without Borders
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park
|
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affiars, Millennium Park presents the third year of the popular international music series, Music Without Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe. The series, which consists of six...[more details]
|
National Sports Collectors Convention
Location:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center-Rosemont
|
The National will be host to over 700 dealers and distributors, 50 Corporate Displays in 400,000+ sq ft of convention show floor exhibit space. Activities include an Autograph Pavilion with 60+ athletes and entertainment celebrities, a VIP Admission...[more details]
|
WTMX Party in the Park
Location:
Park Grill | Millennium Park,
|
Cut out of work early every Thursday (from May 29-August 21) and meet up with THE MIX and Bud Select as we present Party in the Park this Thursday from 4PM until 6:30PM outside at The Park Grill Restaurant ... on the plaza at Millennium Park.
See...[more details]
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Paws Chicago's 6th Annual Beach Party
Location:
Castaways at North Avenue Beach Boathouse
Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
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The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[more details]
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THE DARK KNIGHT-Batman Movie
Location:
Navy Pier IMax Theatre
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You have no excuse not to see the Batman blockbuster on opening weekend. Navy Pier will present THE DARK KNIGHT for 72 consecutive hours between Thursday midnight through Sunday. Contests such as best costume, best joker face and Batman trivia comple...[more details]
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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]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
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Great Performers of Illinois
Location:
Millennium Park
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July 18-20 Great Performers Of Illinois Music Festival Features Free Concert Honoring Buddy Guy with Headliner Jimmie Vaughan
Duranguense-Style Mexican Pop Band Skándalo Musical Opens Festival
Millennium Park will host a weekend of free entert...[more details]
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National Sports Collectors Convention
Location:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center-Rosemont
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The National will be host to over 700 dealers and distributors, 50 Corporate Displays in 400,000+ sq ft of convention show floor exhibit space. Activities include an Autograph Pavilion with 60+ athletes and entertainment celebrities, a VIP Admission...[more details]
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Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
|
The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[more details]
|
THE DARK KNIGHT-Batman Movie
Location:
Navy Pier IMax Theatre
|
You have no excuse not to see the Batman blockbuster on opening weekend. Navy Pier will present THE DARK KNIGHT for 72 consecutive hours between Thursday midnight through Sunday. Contests such as best costume, best joker face and Batman trivia comple...[more details]
|
Whale Watching Cruise (Happy Hour)
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: You and your guests!
What: Yes, we are venturing out on Lake Michigan in search of whales! Come out sailing on the Tall Ship Red Witch, while we look for (haven’t seen one yet) whales. Yes, there will be alcohol involved on this two hour...[more details]
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Old St. Pat's World's Largest Block Party
Location:
DesPlaines & Madison Sts.
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Join Us For Two Nights of
Music and Fun
Friday, July 18 & Saturday, July 19
5:30pm-10:30pm
Madison & DesPlaines Street in Chicago’s West Loop
Listen to WXRT-93.1 for exciting talent announcements
Tickets go on sale Saturday,
June 14 at 10:...[more details]
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Special Olympics Chicago's 40th Anniversary Celebration Festival
Location:
Soldier Field
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Special Children’s Charities/Special Olympics Chicago invite you to join us at the Born in Chicago 40th Anniversary Celebration Festival July 19 at Soldier Field! Come out to share your passion for Special Olympics Chicago with hundreds of other past...[more details]
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Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
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Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
|
Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
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Great Performers of Illinois
Location:
Millennium Park
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July 18-20 Great Performers Of Illinois Music Festival Features Free Concert Honoring Buddy Guy with Headliner Jimmie Vaughan
Duranguense-Style Mexican Pop Band Skándalo Musical Opens Festival
Millennium Park will host a weekend of free entert...[more details]
|
National Sports Collectors Convention
Location:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center-Rosemont
|
The National will be host to over 700 dealers and distributors, 50 Corporate Displays in 400,000+ sq ft of convention show floor exhibit space. Activities include an Autograph Pavilion with 60+ athletes and entertainment celebrities, a VIP Admission...[more details]
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Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival
Location:
Webster and Sheffield
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Welcome to the 40th Annual Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival, sponsored by the Sheffield Neighborhood Association (SNA), a non-profit community organization. The "Summer's Best Festival" features self-guided tours of more than 100 Gardens, a Garden Ce...[more details]
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Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
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Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Saturday throughout the summer at 9:30 pm - fireworks at 10:15.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
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Summer on Southport
Location:
3700 N. Southport, Chicago
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A unique event this July in Chicago and includes the 7th Annual Chicago Children’s Festival. Southport gives attendees a delicious, eclectic mixture of the culinary, visual, and performing arts.
This two-day community festival is located at 3700 N...[more details]
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Summer Workouts
Location:
Millennium Park-Michigan & Randolph Sts
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2008 Free Summer Workouts
Saturdays, June 7 - September 27
Great Lawn of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion
Begin your weekend with a workout led by a Chicago dance company or take a class with the instructors from the Lakeshore Athletic Club - Illinois...[more details]
|
THE DARK KNIGHT-Batman Movie
Location:
Navy Pier IMax Theatre
|
You have no excuse not to see the Batman blockbuster on opening weekend. Navy Pier will present THE DARK KNIGHT for 72 consecutive hours between Thursday midnight through Sunday. Contests such as best costume, best joker face and Batman trivia comple...[more details]
|
Old St. Pat's World's Largest Block Party
Location:
DesPlaines & Madison Sts.
|
Join Us For Two Nights of
Music and Fun
Friday, July 18 & Saturday, July 19
5:30pm-10:30pm
Madison & DesPlaines Street in Chicago’s West Loop
Listen to WXRT-93.1 for exciting talent announcements
Tickets go on sale Saturday,
June 14 at 10:...[more details]
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15th Annual Mayor's Cup Youth Soccer Festival
Location:
Grant Park
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This 5-on-5 tournament targets youth aged 5-14 and draws more than 400 teams annually. In addition to the intense action on 36 playing fields, participants, families and friends can enjoy interactive soccer-related activities, development areas and l...[more details]
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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]
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Chinatown Summer Fair
Location:
Wentworth Ave & Cermak Road
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Neighborhood Festival featuring: A Lion Dance procession at 12:30 p.m., welcome at 1 p.m. starts at the Main Stage (23rd St. & Wentworth Ave.) with Asian cultural entertainment and live music. A taste of Chinatown’s many restaurants, local unique gif...[more details]
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Dearborn Garden Walk & Heritage Festival
Location:
corner of Goethe / Dearborn (1300 North Dearborn)
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50th Golden Anniversary Dearborn Garden Walk
Located in Chicago’s Gold Coast Neighborhood
Admission to over 20 distinctive rear gardens
Narrated architectural walking tour of historic Dearborn Street
Live jazz and classical performances in sele...[more details]
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Great Performers of Illinois
Location:
Millennium Park
|
July 18-20 Great Performers Of Illinois Music Festival Features Free Concert Honoring Buddy Guy with Headliner Jimmie Vaughan
Duranguense-Style Mexican Pop Band Skándalo Musical Opens Festival
Millennium Park will host a weekend of free entert...[more details]
|
Mercury Canine Cruise
Location:
Riverside Gardens, southeast corner-lower level of Michigan Avenue & Wacker Drive
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Mercury Canine Cruise – Chicago’s only cruise for canines, Mercury Canine Cruise sets sail at 10 am each Sunday in July, August and September, beginning Sunday, July 13, 2008. Dog-loving first mates welcome well-behaved and leashed canines aboard fo...[more details]
|
National Sports Collectors Convention
Location:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center-Rosemont
|
The National will be host to over 700 dealers and distributors, 50 Corporate Displays in 400,000+ sq ft of convention show floor exhibit space. Activities include an Autograph Pavilion with 60+ athletes and entertainment celebrities, a VIP Admission...[more details]
|
Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival
Location:
Webster and Sheffield
|
Welcome to the 40th Annual Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival, sponsored by the Sheffield Neighborhood Association (SNA), a non-profit community organization. The "Summer's Best Festival" features self-guided tours of more than 100 Gardens, a Garden Ce...[more details]
|
Summer on Southport
Location:
3700 N. Southport, Chicago
|
A unique event this July in Chicago and includes the 7th Annual Chicago Children’s Festival. Southport gives attendees a delicious, eclectic mixture of the culinary, visual, and performing arts.
This two-day community festival is located at 3700 N...[more details]
|
THE DARK KNIGHT-Batman Movie
Location:
Navy Pier IMax Theatre
|
You have no excuse not to see the Batman blockbuster on opening weekend. Navy Pier will present THE DARK KNIGHT for 72 consecutive hours between Thursday midnight through Sunday. Contests such as best costume, best joker face and Batman trivia comple...[more details]
|
15th Annual Mayor's Cup Youth Soccer Festival
Location:
Grant Park
|
This 5-on-5 tournament targets youth aged 5-14 and draws more than 400 teams annually. In addition to the intense action on 36 playing fields, participants, families and friends can enjoy interactive soccer-related activities, development areas and l...[more details]
|
Mellencamp Rocks the Plaza
Location:
Daley Plaza-Washington & Dearborn
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Come July 21st at The Daley Plaza (Washington and Dearborn Street) and watch John Mellencamp rock the plaza live, for free! The exclusive sunrise concert will be from 6-8am, and broadcast live on CBS News' The Early Show! The concert is free and op...[more details]
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Mystic Blue Cabaret Lunch Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
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Mystic Blue. Dine. Dance. Drink. Let your hair down. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The service is great. The view is amazing. Imagine the beautiful Chicago skyline as it reaches for miles North and South with the lake resting at its feet...[more details]
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9th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
Location:
Grant Park
Chicago Sidewalk Sale
Location:
Daley Plaza, 50 West Washington Stree
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What
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs is pleased to present the Chicago Sidewalk Sale. This second annual fashion event will bring Chicago boutiques and designers together for one easy to shop spot. From shoes to clothes to jewelry, ther...[more details]
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Tuesdays on the Terrace
Location:
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E. Chicago Ave.
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Join us for Tuesdays on the Terrace, another exciting season of free evening jazz concerts on the MCA's Anne and John Kern Terrace overlooking Lake Michigan. Enjoy cocktails and a buffet dinner ($16.50) while listening to Chicago's finest jazz musici...[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]
|
Chicago Sidewalk Sale
Location:
Daley Plaza, 50 West Washington Stree
|
What
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs is pleased to present the Chicago Sidewalk Sale. This second annual fashion event will bring Chicago boutiques and designers together for one easy to shop spot. From shoes to clothes to jewelry, ther...[more details]
|
Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
|
Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
|
Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
|
Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Wednesday throughout the summer at 9:00 pm - fireworks at 9:30.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
|
2008 World Sport Chicago International Cup
Location:
Toyota Park and University of Illinois Chicago
|
Come watch as the future of soccer comes to Chicago. Teams from Nigeria, Mexico, Germany and the United States are set to compete for international glory. Three-time champion Hamburg SV will be challenged by the Chicago Fire Youth Academy team and...[more details]
|
Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza on Washington and Dearborn
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Thursdays May 15-Oct. 2, 2008
7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This year marks the 28th anniversary in which farmers and local merchants offer their freshest fruits, vegetables, pastries and other homemade products for sale to Chicagoans and visitors alike.
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Jazzin' at the Shedd
Location:
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
|
Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
|
Newberry Library Book Fair
Location:
60 W. Walton St.
|
Feed your bibliomania at the Newberry's annual Book Fair! More than 100,000 donated books have been sorted into 60 categories for your browsing convenience. With many books priced under $2, it's easy to replenish your home library's holdings on subje...[more details]
|
WTMX Party in the Park
Location:
Park Grill | Millennium Park,
|
Cut out of work early every Thursday (from May 29-August 21) and meet up with THE MIX and Bud Select as we present Party in the Park this Thursday from 4PM until 6:30PM outside at The Park Grill Restaurant ... on the plaza at Millennium Park.
See...[more details]
|
Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
|
The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[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]
|
2008 World Sport Chicago International Cup
Location:
Toyota Park and University of Illinois Chicago
|
Come watch as the future of soccer comes to Chicago. Teams from Nigeria, Mexico, Germany and the United States are set to compete for international glory. Three-time champion Hamburg SV will be challenged by the Chicago Fire Youth Academy team and...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Jammin' at the Zoo
Location:
Lincoln Park Zoo
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Music Concert at Lincoln Park Zoo
June 27: Blondie
July 25: Fastball + Blind Melon
Aug 22: Soul Asylum
Concerts are held at Lincoln Park Zoo on the Main Mall. Seating is general admission, and guests are invited to bring small blankets. Come...[more details]
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Newberry Library Book Fair
Location:
60 W. Walton St.
|
Feed your bibliomania at the Newberry's annual Book Fair! More than 100,000 donated books have been sorted into 60 categories for your browsing convenience. With many books priced under $2, it's easy to replenish your home library's holdings on subje...[more details]
|
Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
|
The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[more details]
|
Whale Watching Cruise (Happy Hour)
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: You and your guests!
What: Yes, we are venturing out on Lake Michigan in search of whales! Come out sailing on the Tall Ship Red Witch, while we look for (haven’t seen one yet) whales. Yes, there will be alcohol involved on this two hour...[more details]
|
4 Wheel Theater
Location:
Navy Pier Gateway Park-East Grand Ave-Just West of Navy Pier
|
Movies at Navy Pier's Gateway Park
Join us every Saturday at 8:00 p.m. to watch special kid friendly cartoons outside at Gateway Park. There's no admission!
Sponsored by: Infinity Insurance, http://www.InfinityAuto.com and the John G. Shedd Aq...[more details]
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2008 World Sport Chicago International Cup
Location:
Toyota Park and University of Illinois Chicago
|
Come watch as the future of soccer comes to Chicago. Teams from Nigeria, Mexico, Germany and the United States are set to compete for international glory. Three-time champion Hamburg SV will be challenged by the Chicago Fire Youth Academy team and...[more details]
|
Disability Pride Parade
Location:
Dearborn St, Chicago
|
The Disability Pride Parade is held every July as a public expression of the belief that disabilities are a natural part of human diversity, as well as a celebration of our heritage and culture, and a validation of our experience. This is an internat...[more details]
|
Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Newberry Library Book Fair
Location:
60 W. Walton St.
|
Feed your bibliomania at the Newberry's annual Book Fair! More than 100,000 donated books have been sorted into 60 categories for your browsing convenience. With many books priced under $2, it's easy to replenish your home library's holdings on subje...[more details]
|
Randolph Street Antique Market
Location:
1350 Block West Randolph , Chicago
|
Beginning May 24-25, 2008, the Chicago Antique Market celebrates its fifth anniversary with a new name, a new look, new hours, new elements and new vendors. In stort, anything to satisfy serious antique collectors, style-setters, fashion mavens and s...[more details]
|
Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
|
Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Saturday throughout the summer at 9:30 pm - fireworks at 10:15.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
|
Summer Workouts
Location:
Millennium Park-Michigan & Randolph Sts
|
2008 Free Summer Workouts
Saturdays, June 7 - September 27
Great Lawn of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion
Begin your weekend with a workout led by a Chicago dance company or take a class with the instructors from the Lakeshore Athletic Club - Illinois...[more details]
|
25th Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Location:
Lincoln Avenue from Fullerton to Wrightwood
|
Covering six city blocks, this sprawling neighborhood fest features more than 40 national and local music acts on five stages, 300-plus food, beer and arts vendors, a wine garden and Sunday baggo tournament. Participating restaurants include Jade Eas...[more details]
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51st Annual Venetian Night
Location:
Along Lake Michigan between Roosevelt Road and Monroe Street
|
Approximately 35 boats will be decorated with lights and props as they sail along beautiful Lake Michigan, between the Shedd Aquarium at Roosevelt Road and the Chicago Yacht Club at Monroe Street. People of all ages stake out spots along the lakefron...[more details]
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Venetian Night Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
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Celebrate Chicago's famous Venetian Night festival with a one-hour Shoreline Fireworks Cruise to view the largest fireworks display of the summer! Vessels depart Navy Pier at approx. 8:30 for the giant 9:30 fireworks display. Cruises sell out quickl...[more details]
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Odyssey, Mystic Blue, Spirit, Seadog Venetian Night Fireworks Cruises
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
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July 26, 2008 is Chicago's 51st Annual Venetian Night and Mystic Blue, Spirit, Odyssey and Seadog are all offering cruises to accompany the fireworks display during this special event. Enjoy a delicious dinner aboard Odyssey, Mystic Blue and Spirit C...[more details]
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Wicker Park Fest
Location:
Damen and North Avenues
|
The fifth annual event features live indie music on two stages, local cuisine, more than 70 arts and crafts vendors and kids' activities.
Damen and North Avenues
Neighborhood: Bucktown/Wicker Park
1600 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
See ht...[more details]
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Chicago Criterium Bike Race
Location:
Grant Park
|
Inaugural Chicago Criterium Cycling Event
Mayor Richard M. Daley will welcome cycling's elite to Grant Park on Chicago's beautiful lakefront for the city's inaugural Chicago Criterium on July 27, 2008. Since 1991, Chicago has strived to become the...[more details]
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2008 World Sport Chicago International Cup
Location:
Toyota Park and University of Illinois Chicago
|
Come watch as the future of soccer comes to Chicago. Teams from Nigeria, Mexico, Germany and the United States are set to compete for international glory. Three-time champion Hamburg SV will be challenged by the Chicago Fire Youth Academy team and...[more details]
|
Mercury Canine Cruise
Location:
Riverside Gardens, southeast corner-lower level of Michigan Avenue & Wacker Drive
|
Mercury Canine Cruise – Chicago’s only cruise for canines, Mercury Canine Cruise sets sail at 10 am each Sunday in July, August and September, beginning Sunday, July 13, 2008. Dog-loving first mates welcome well-behaved and leashed canines aboard fo...[more details]
|
Newberry Library Book Fair
Location:
60 W. Walton St.
|
Feed your bibliomania at the Newberry's annual Book Fair! More than 100,000 donated books have been sorted into 60 categories for your browsing convenience. With many books priced under $2, it's easy to replenish your home library's holdings on subje...[more details]
|
Randolph Street Antique Market
Location:
1350 Block West Randolph , Chicago
|
Beginning May 24-25, 2008, the Chicago Antique Market celebrates its fifth anniversary with a new name, a new look, new hours, new elements and new vendors. In stort, anything to satisfy serious antique collectors, style-setters, fashion mavens and s...[more details]
|
25th Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Location:
Lincoln Avenue from Fullerton to Wrightwood
|
Covering six city blocks, this sprawling neighborhood fest features more than 40 national and local music acts on five stages, 300-plus food, beer and arts vendors, a wine garden and Sunday baggo tournament. Participating restaurants include Jade Eas...[more details]
|
Wicker Park Fest
Location:
Damen and North Avenues
|
The fifth annual event features live indie music on two stages, local cuisine, more than 70 arts and crafts vendors and kids' activities.
Damen and North Avenues
Neighborhood: Bucktown/Wicker Park
1600 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
See ht...[more details]
|
Mystic Blue Cabaret Lunch Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
|
Mystic Blue. Dine. Dance. Drink. Let your hair down. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The service is great. The view is amazing. Imagine the beautiful Chicago skyline as it reaches for miles North and South with the lake resting at its feet...[more details]
|
9th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
Location:
Grant Park
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Tuesdays on the Terrace
Location:
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E. Chicago Ave.
|
Join us for Tuesdays on the Terrace, another exciting season of free evening jazz concerts on the MCA's Anne and John Kern Terrace overlooking Lake Michigan. Enjoy cocktails and a buffet dinner ($16.50) while listening to Chicago's finest jazz musici...[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]
|
Luxury Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago
|
Chicago's most luxurious dinner cruise vessel has recently undergone its most spectacular renovation ever! This $1 million plus endeavor has resulted in the finest furnishings and most advanced equipment available today for your event.
Step aboar...[more details]
|
Chicago’s Fireworks from a Tall Ship
Location:
Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
|
Who: you and your guests!
What: A two hour sailing on a traditional (wood) Tall Ship, followed by a great fireworks show just off of Navy Pier! You may be able to see them from the Navy Pier, but with us you will be closer to them and not wor...[more details]
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Laughs on the Lake
Location:
Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr
|
This event brings nightlife entertainment to a legendary sports venue. Guests will mingle and be entertained by several up-and-coming comedians in the United Club overlooking the field.
Wednesday, July 30
Doors open at 6 p.m.; Show begins at 8 p...[more details]
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Shoreline Fireworks Cruise
Location:
Navy Pier, Chicago IL 600 N. Grand, Chicago IL
|
Enjoy Shoreline's famous Lake Michigan Skyline Boat Tour plus the dazzling Navy Pier fireworks display! Departs every Wednesday throughout the summer at 9:00 pm - fireworks at 9:30.
Call 312-222-9328 or visit http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?l...[more details]
|
Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Location:
Daley Plaza on Washington and Dearborn
|
Thursdays May 15-Oct. 2, 2008
7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This year marks the 28th anniversary in which farmers and local merchants offer their freshest fruits, vegetables, pastries and other homemade products for sale to Chicagoans and visitors alike.
|
Grant Park Music Festival
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
|
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical mu...[more details]
|
Jazzin' at the Shedd
Location:
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
|
Shedd Aquarium becomes Chicago’s premier jazz venue again with another season of Jazzin’ at the Shedd. This Chicago tradition combines some of the area’s best bands, the city’s breathtaking skyline and an unrivaled array of aquatic animals from aroun...[more details]
|
WTMX Party in the Park
Location:
Park Grill | Millennium Park,
|
Cut out of work early every Thursday (from May 29-August 21) and meet up with THE MIX and Bud Select as we present Party in the Park this Thursday from 4PM until 6:30PM outside at The Park Grill Restaurant ... on the plaza at Millennium Park.
See...[more details]
|
Summer Music Series
Location:
Art Institute of Chicago
|
The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the...[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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