UPCOMING EVENTS
Lottie’s Pub Hosts Halloween Hoedown
On Friday, October 25th, join Lottie’s at Theater on the Lake from 7 pm to 11 pm for a Halloween Hoedown unlike any other! Enjoy line dancing, food trucks, the Morgan Wallen Tribute Band ‘Whiskey Friends’ and exclusive Lottie’s merchandise. Cap off the night with a best-dressed country western contest where you can show off your favorite western fit. General admission tickets are $85 and V.I.P tickets are $150. Click here to purchase your tickets.
Bronzeville Smooth Jazz Festival Returns for Third Year!
Come celebrate the 3rd Annual Bronzeville Smooth Jazz Festival at Mariano’s Bronzeville on Saturday, August 3rd. From 12-8:30 PM, Martin Luther King Drive between 39th and 37th will be filled with the soulful sounds of smooth jazz, delicious food, and a wonderful sense of community.
Curated by music producer Frank Goss III, this festival honors Bronzeville’s rich musical heritage. It’s the only smooth jazz festival in the city, featuring live performances from acclaimed musicians like Corey Wilkes, Marquel Jordan, Carlos Cannon, and Chris Miskel.
Taste of Randolph
The West Loop Community Organization (WLCO) and Duff Entertainment are pleased to announced the 27th-annual Taste of Randolph, kicking off in Chicago’s West loop neighborhood, Friday, June 14th through Sunday, June 16th. The iconic street festival will set the stage for an epic Chicago summer, featuring some of the world’s best cuisine and live entertainment on the city’s beloved Restaurant Row. Topping last year’s event, The Taste of Randolph is expected to have more than 50,000 Chicagoland residents and visitors attend this year’s festival, celebrating some of the best entertainment, food, and activities the Windy City has to offer.
Aba and Campari's Spritz Rooftop Patio Party
Kick off Memorial Day weekend on Aba’s iconic rooftop patio as Aba and Campari team up to bring you an exclusive Spritz Rooftop Patio Party. Cool off with Aba’s newest Aperol summer sip, Thirst Trap, as you enjoy passed bites, hummus and spreads, and beats by DJ Marvin Mentor. Don't miss the photo booth to capture the memories (pics or didn’t happen!) and the raffle for a chance to win Aperol swag, a dinner from Aba, and more. Tickets are $49.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). Each ticket includes a welcome Thirst Trap cocktail, an Aperol Spritz, passed and stationed appetizers, live DJ, access to the photo booth and raffle entry.
Tickets can be purchased here
Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Celeste!
Get ready for an unforgettable fiesta like no other as Celeste joins forces with DJ Twan and Trifecta Records to bring you the party of the year on Sunday, May 5, from noon to 5 p.m.
Indulge in a build-your-own taco bar from noon to 2 p.m., included with ticket purchase. Savor the flavors of Mexico with $6 Modelos and $12 tequila/mezcal cocktails throughout the event. Plus, take advantage of the special tequila bottle service pricing to elevate the experience.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.
Live Spanish Guitar Performances at Sable Hotel’s Lirica!
Looking for the perfect romantic date night or experiential dinner experience with a group of friends this winter? Lirica, the Spanish-and-Iberian inspired restaurant inside the iconic Sable Hotel on Chicago’s Navy Pier, is hosting the ultimate live music dinner experience.
Every Thursday during the month of December, Lirica will host notable Spanish Guitarist David Chiriboga in-restaurant for live performances, adding romantic background ambiance to a night of Spanish classic plates and bites. Additionally, Lirica will be offering a limited speciality wine menu during the performances as well.
Wine & Guitar dinners are available every Thursday starting November 30 until the New Year (November 30, December 7,14, 21 and 28th). Reservations are available on Opentable here.
LondonHouse Forever Summer Event
Summer might be coming to an end, but the party's just beginning at LondonHouse's highly anticipated "Forever Summer" event. Get ready to soak up the sun and good vibes on Wednesday, September 20, as they bring a day filled with panoramic city views, tasty treats, and fun, refreshing drink features all day long. Guests can enjoy 25% off their lunch bill on the LH Rooftop (11am to 2pm), passed Veuve Champagne at 5pm, live DJ music, swag bags, giveaways, and more!
The Summer Forever event takes place on Wednesday, September 20th from 11am to close and is open to the public. Walk-ins welcome. Full details can be found here.
Rum & Reggae Summer Spirit Series at CBR
CBR, River North's stylish cocktail bar nestled in the Royal Sonesta Hotel, is hosting the Rum & Reggae Summer Spirit Series on Thursday, August 17th! From 6-8pm, guests are invited to sip, savor and enjoy CBR's hand-crafted libations. The event will feature live reggae music from DJ Gemini Jones, a signature cocktail menu including the Mango Tango (pictured left), light bites, and a Tasting Table with CBR's resident mixologist, Clay Goldie.
Priced at $35 (+ tax & gratuity), guests will receive two drink tickets along with passed bites and a Summer cheese station with crudites. Cash bar available. Tickets are available to purchase here .
WINDY CITY SMOKEOUT RETURNS FOR ITS TENTH ANNIVERSARY
Windy City Smokeout, the nation’s premier outdoor country music and BBQ festival, returns to Chicago’s iconic United Center on July 13-16, 2023. The 2022-winner of the Academy of Country Music Awards “Festival of the Year,” the Windy City Smokeout will celebrate its 10th anniversary with an impressive lineup featuring some of country music’s biggest names and up-and-coming talents, along with the best BBQ and craft beer from around the country.
THE BANDS: ACM award-winning promoter and Windy City Smokeout co-founder, Ed Warm, handpicked the weekend’s lineup including GRAMMY award winner Zac Brown Band, much-decorated ACM and CMA award winner Luke Bryan, GRAMMY award winner Darius Rucker, and GRAMMY award nominee Zach Bryan, who will headline the opening night. Each headliner will take the stage at 8:30 p.m. on their respective nights. The full list of country music acts by day include:
Thurs, July 13: Zach Bryan, Randy Rogers Band, Bailey Zimmerman, American Aquarium, J.R. Carroll
Fri, July 14: Darius Rucker, Chris Lane, Jo Dee Messina, Jackson Dean, Drew Green
Sat, July 15: Luke Bryan, Dylan Scott, Kameron Marlowe, Megan Moroney, Tanner Adell
Sun, July 16: Zac Brown Band, Eli Young Band, Larry Fleet, Luke Grimes, Caroline Jones, Lauren Watkins
TICKETS + GENERAL INFORMATION: Festival passes are now on sale at www.windycitysmokeout.com. NEW this year is the Platinum Festival Pass. (Specific showtimes, along with the BBQ and beer line-ups, will be announced soon.)
Whiskey Business Concert Series
Given the fact all music fests and concerts have been cancelled for the time being, the Wicker Park rooftop bar will be giving live-music enthusiasts another way to see some of their favorite artists with its weekly, Wednesday night concert series.
Every Wednesday for $15, which includes entry and a set of headphones for an elevated experience, ticket holders will have the chance to watch a variety of artists performing from past shows and air them on the bar’s two 120-inch screens.
Whiskey Business Concert Series Line-Up:
Wednesday, Sept. 23: Woodstock – Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Santana, Joe Cocker, Creedence Clearwater Revival and more
Wednesday, Oct. 7: A Concert Formerly Known As… - Featuring Prince
Wednesday, Oct. 21: The King of Pop – Featuring Michael Jackson
Wednesday, Nov. 18: Jambandpalooza – The Grateful Dead, Phish, String Cheese Incident, Dave Matthews Band and more
Learn more here! And get ready to dance!
Whiskey Business Concert Series
Given the fact all music fests and concerts have been cancelled for the time being, the Wicker Park rooftop bar is giving live-music enthusiasts another way to see some of their favorite artists with its weekly, Wednesday night concert series.
Every Wednesday, beginning at 8:30 p.m. and for $15, which includes entry and a set of headphones for an elevated experience, ticket holders will have the chance to watch a variety of artists performing from past shows and air them on the bar’s two 120-inch screens. And while viewing the concert on the 3,000-square-foot rooftop, it will almost feel like life is back to normal… almost.
Whiskey Business Concert Series Line-Up:
Wednesday, Aug. 26: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun – Madonna, Lady Gaga, Britney Spears and more
Wednesday, Sept. 23: Woodstock – Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Santana, Joe Cocker, Creedence Clearwater Revival and more
Wednesday, Oct. 7: A Concert Formerly Known As… - Featuring Prince
Wednesday, Oct. 21: The King of Pop – Featuring Michael Jackson
Wednesday, Nov. 18: Jambandpalooza – The Grateful Dead, Phish, String Cheese Incident, Dave Matthews Band and more
Learn more here! And get ready to dance!
Celeste & DISCO Summer Music Series
CELESTE & DISCO are proud to announce the Summer Music Series, a five-week music event beginning Saturday, August 8th. This exclusive weekend series is one of a kind, filling the desire for festivals and live entertainment in this current moment with a diverse roster of Chicago’s most multicultural DJs.
Boasting distinct and diverse backgrounds, and a shared passion to explore the world around them, each DJ will spin music inspired by the greatest clubs and venues from faraway ports like Cape Town, Capri, Cuzco, Ibiza, Lagos, Miami, Mykonos, Rio de Janeiro, St. Tropez, Tulum and beyond.
To balance sound and atmosphere perfectly, each three-hour performance is thoughtfully hosted at either DISCO or CELESTE’s Roof Garden. Comfort and safety are crucial. To ensure that social distancing is observed and to create a private, curated experience, tickets are sold as 4 to 6 person packages and must be purchased in advance for either the show at Celeste or the show at Disco.
Tickets are now on sale via CelesteChicago.com and DiscoChicago.com.
WHEN: Every Saturday and Sunday starting August 8 through September 6.
TICKETS: Package includes a three-hour experience with open bar, seasonal bites and snacks in a private lounge for four guests for $350, including gratuity and service charges. Additional wristbands can be purchased for $75 up to two additional guests.
Whiskey Business Concert Series
Whiskey Business keeps giving Chicagoans more than one way to enjoy life to its fullest possibility all while doing it safely, and appropriately socially distancing. Given the fact all music fests and concerts have been cancelled for the time being, the Wicker Park rooftop bar will be giving live-music enthusiasts another way to see some of their favorite artists with its weekly, Wednesday night concert series.
Every Wednesday, beginning at 8:30 p.m. and for $15, which includes entry and a set of headphones for an elevated experience, ticket holders will have the chance to watch a variety of artists performing from past shows and air them on the bar’s two 120-inch screens. And while viewing the concert on the 3,000-square-foot rooftop, it will almost feel like life is back to normal… almost.
Whiskey Business Concert Series Line-Up:
Wednesday, Aug. 19: 90’s Alternative – featuring Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day and Foo Fighters
Wednesday, Aug. 26: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun – featuring Madonna, Lady Gaga, Britney Spears and more
Wednesday, Sept. 23: Woodstock – featuring Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Santana, Joe Cocker, Creedence Clearwater Revival and more
Wednesday, Oct. 7: A Concert Formerly Known As… - Featuring Prince
Wednesday, Oct. 21: The King of Pop – Featuring Michael Jackson
Wednesday, Nov. 18: Jambandpalooza – featuring The Grateful Dead, Phish, String Cheese Incident, Dave Matthews Band and more
Learn more here! And get ready to dance!
Celeste & DISCO Summer Music Series
CELESTE & DISCO are proud to announce the Summer Music Series, a five-week music event beginning Saturday, August 8th. This exclusive weekend series is one of a kind, filling the desire for festivals and live entertainment in this current moment with a diverse roster of Chicago’s most multicultural DJs.
Boasting distinct and diverse backgrounds, and a shared passion to explore the world around them, each DJ will spin music inspired by the greatest clubs and venues from faraway ports like Cape Town, Capri, Cuzco, Ibiza, Lagos, Miami, Mykonos, Rio de Janeiro, St. Tropez, Tulum and beyond.
To balance sound and atmosphere perfectly, each three-hour performance is thoughtfully hosted at either DISCO or CELESTE’s Roof Garden. Comfort and safety are crucial. To ensure that social distancing is observed and to create a private, curated experience, tickets are sold as 4 to 6 person packages and must be purchased in advance for either the show at Celeste or the show at Disco.
Tickets are now on sale via CelesteChicago.com and DiscoChicago.com.
WHEN: Every Saturday and Sunday starting August 8 through September 6. Full schedule available on the websites: CelesteChicago.com, DiscoChicago.com and Eventbrite.com
WHERE: Celeste and DISCO, 111 West Hubbard, Chicago, IL 60654
TICKETS: Package includes a three-hour experience with open bar, seasonal bites and snacks in a private lounge for four guests for $350, including gratuity and service charges. Additional wristbands can be purchased for $75 up to two additional guests.
Whiskey Business Summertime Series
Every Thursday through Sunday, beginning at 9 p.m. and lasting through September, Whiskey Business will utilize its rooftop as a perfect spot to social distance and unwind while sipping on summertime libations and a place to fill the void for music and entertainment with an interactive music experience. For two hours each night the entertainment will include lights and images projected from Whiskey Business's rooftop and choreographed to the tunes of all genres including classics, ‘80s, ‘90s, and today’s hits. The weekend event is a non-ticketed event, but Whiskey Business’s Beach House’s – rooftop cabanas – are available to be reserved ahead of time and can be made here: https://www.exploretock.com/whiskeybusiness
Whiskey Business Summertime Series
Every Thursday through Sunday, beginning at 9 p.m. and lasting through September, Whiskey Business will utilize its rooftop as a perfect spot to social distance and unwind while sipping on summertime libations and a place to fill the void for music and entertainment with an interactive music experience. For two hours each night the entertainment will include lights and images projected from Whiskey Business's rooftop and choreographed to the tunes of all genres including classics, ‘80s, ‘90s, and today’s hits. The weekend event is a non-ticketed event, but Whiskey Business’s Beach House’s – rooftop cabanas – are available to be reserved ahead of time and can be made here: https://www.exploretock.com/whiskeybusiness
Whiskey Business Summertime Series
Every Thursday through Sunday, beginning at 9 p.m. and lasting through September, Whiskey Business will utilize its rooftop as a perfect spot to social distance and unwind while sipping on summertime libations and a place to fill the void for music and entertainment with an interactive music experience. For two hours each night the entertainment will include lights and images projected from Whiskey Business's rooftop and choreographed to the tunes of all genres including classics, ‘80s, ‘90s, and today’s hits. The weekend event is a non-ticketed event, but Whiskey Business’s Beach House’s – rooftop cabanas – are available to be reserved ahead of time and can be made here: https://www.exploretock.com/whiskeybusiness