Saturday, July 29, 2023

World Dumpling Fest 2023 @Logan Square Park

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World Dumpling Fest 2023, 12 p.m. September 9, Logan Square Park, 3150 W. Logan Blvd. Early tickets are available now.

Early discount tickets available now. Participants will be eligible to win a limited edition World Dumpling Fest 2023 Plushie. Hours are 12-7 p.m. More details and tickets.

  








Friday, July 28, 2023

Taste of River North kicks off @5 p.m. today

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Taste of River North Wine on Wells Tasting and Dog Parade, kicks off 5 p.m. today at 627 N. Wells St. The two-day opening event Wine on Wells tasting, featuring eight wine selections takes place 6-9 p.m. tonight; $20. Still time to Register here.

Participating venues include:  Lure Fishbar, Moe’s Cantina, No Vacancy, Tree House Chicago, Chick-fil-A, Hubbard Inn, Bar Goa and Fogo de Chao.

It wouldn't be a night of fun with music, now would it? Live performances include:

Friday
5:00 – House Music
6:00 – Big Suit (Talking Heads Tribute)
8:00 – Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press

Saturday
11:30am – School of Rock
1:00pm – IPOP
3:30pm – Hello Weekend
6:00pm – Simply Elton
8:30pm – Bow Wow Wow’s Annabella


And you don't want to miss the parade of pups when TORN's inaugural dog parade gets into stride 11 a.m. July 29.


Proceeds from the event supports River North Residents Association’s neighborhood advocacy and charitable activities. A $10 donation is suggested. 

  








Thursday, July 27, 2023

Sunda's National Chicken Wing day salute, July 29

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Sunda, 110 E. Illinois, salutes National Chicken Wing Day July 29 with at Seoul Wings (gochujang glaze, crushed peanuts and scallions) dinner serving; $18. The wings will also be on the happy hour menu; $6.

    


 

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Chicago Dogs pre-game event July 28

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The Chicago Dogs hosts a pre game party, July 28. Guess will be feted to Miller Lite brews and Vienna beef dogs, July 28, Impact Field, 9850 Balmoral Ave., Rosemont. More details and tickets




Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Marie Wilkinson food pantry Christmas in July fundraiser

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Christmas in July Holiday Meal FUNdraiser event for Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry, 6 p.m. August 1, O'Malley's Pub & Eatery, 701 Hill Ave., Aurora. Guests will be feted to Christmas inspired cocktails. Tickets are $20-$30.

In addition a sit down five-course dinner takes place, 6 p.m. Costume contest and raffle. More details and ticket information.

   



Monday, July 24, 2023

Second City's Improv brunch, @Up Comedy Club, July 29

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Second City's Improv brunch, noon July 29, Up Comedy Club, 230 W., North Ave., 3rd floor. More details and tickets.

   



 

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Bubbles & Beauties Drag Brunch today @City Winery

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Bubbles and Beauties Drag Brunch 12 p.m. July 23, City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph St. Tickets are still available.

  

 





Friday, July 21, 2023

Taste of Lincoln Avenue wine tasting event July 23

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Taste of Lincoln Avenue and Wine & Whiskey Tasting host on Lincoln between Fullerton and Wrightwood Ave. Hours are noon to 10 p.m. July 23. 

Entertainment includes: live bands, kid's carnival wine and whiskey tastings.  

A special event "Wine on Lincoln" wine tasting, takes place 1-3 and 4-7 p.m. July 23; $20. More details.

     



Taste of Andersonville, two routes but three options to choose, August 9

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Taste of Andersonville returns 5 p.m. August 9, at between 5344-5345 N. Clark St. Two routes will be available Fork or Spoon route. Select one of the two. Or, the Spork Route (combined Spoon and Fork routes).

In total there will be more than 20 dinner, desert and beverage selections to sample.

Tickets currently at early bird pricing are $40 for either single route. Or, $80 for available now at early bird pricing. Tickets prices goes up August 1.

Hours are 5-8 p.m. More details and complete list of vendors available here.

    



Thursday, July 20, 2023

Prairie Grass Cafe sensory-friendly dining

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Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 N. Skokie Blvd., Northbrook. The new program, available every Saturday in August (5, 12, and 26), offers guests with disabilities and the opportunity to dine in a less crowded and ultimately, a more dining-friendly, crowd-free atmosphere with limited contact with waitstaff.

Dining window is 3:45-5:15 p.m. Reservations are required. Call 847-205-4433.

  


 





Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Chicago Food Truck Festival

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Chicago Food Truck Festival 11 a.m. July 29-30, in the South Loop at 2300 S. Indiana Ave. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. More details and tickets.

  


   

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Saturday Night at the Zoo for adults only @LPZ

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Lincoln Park Zoo, 2100 N. Clark St., hosts "Saturday Night at the Zoo" an evening of entertainment, presented by River North Fest 6:30-10 p.m. August 5.

The event offers guests the opportunity to stroll the grounds where thee will be live music, food and  and adult beverages including beer, wine and cocktails,

Live music and entertainment includes:  DJ Marcus Carter spinning live; Maddie Griseto & Gerry D'Antonio and lawn games.  

Some of the animal habitats will be open for visiting. Must be 21 and over to attend. Discounted tickets are available for LPZ members. More details and tickets available here.

   





Monday, July 17, 2023

Chicago Margarita and Mimosa Fest

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Chicago Margarita and Mimosa Fest, featuring beer and handcrafted margaritas at different bars and restaurants, 2 p.m. July 22.

Check-in and registration is 2-4 p.m., Debonair Club, 1575 N. Milwaukee Ave. Stops include Standard Bar & Grill; SWIG. An after party takes place 6-8 p.m.,  Chop Shop, 2033 W. North Ave. More details and tickets.

   



Friday, July 14, 2023

Dovetail social hour at the biergarten today

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Dovetail Brewery biergarten social hour takes place 2-8 p.m. July 15. The event is also a fundraising effort for Growing Home, $1 for every beer poured during the event  will be donated to Growing Home.  More details and tickets.

  



LEYE debuts new and approved LettuceEats app

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Lettuce Entertain You Enterprise unveils new and approved LettuceEats app will be available July 17. 

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

Replay's Lolla inspired popup Replaypalooza opens today

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Replay, 2833 N. Sheffield Ave., kicks off a four week Lollapalooza inspired pop-up Replaypalooza kicking of today with Emo Week, July 13-16.

The venue decked out in Upcoming weeks are: Divas  (July 20-23); The Boys (July 27-30) and EDM  (August 3-6). 

today the music fest themed event will feature live music and DJs along with music inspired cocktails and a festival style photo popup. 

In addition local artists, muralists and vendors twill be on board to give the venue a festive festival atmosphere. here

   


  

Windy City Smoke Out gets underway @2 p.m. today

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In addition to great food a round of great talent headlines at the 10th annual Windy City Smokeout, kicking off today at 2 p.m. in the parking lot at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison. 

Headliners include: Zach Bryan, 8:30 p.m. tonight, Darius Rucker, 8:30 p.m. July 14; Luke Bryan, 8:30 p.m. July 15 and Zac Brown Band, 8 p.m. July 16.  

Hours are Weekend hours are 2 p.m. Friday; 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. View all performers here. Resale tickets available only.

   



  




Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Kale my Name awarded PETA top dog honor

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Kale My Name, 3300 W. Montrose Ave., the restaurant's Big Daddy Special (two Beyond Sausages topped with all the trimmings ) served with a side of fries was crowned top vegan dog winner by PETA. 

    



 

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Subway's new Hero sandwiches launched today

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Subway introduced its new freshly-sliced deli  Hero sandwiches today. Selections are: The Titan Turkey and Grand Slam Ham feature 33 per cent more meat while the Beast is stacked with a half pound of meat. Garlic Roast Beef has been added to the deli line.  More details and locations.

  



   




Monday, July 10, 2023

Yoga and Food tasting event @Hyde Park Farmers Market, July 16

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Yoga & Food demo Tasting event, featuring plant-based recipes and 45-minute yoga class, 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 16, Hyde Park Farmers Market, 5400 Lake Park Ave. More details.

 



Sunday, July 9, 2023

World Music and Food Fest @The Lot

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World Music and Food Fest, 12 p.m. July 15, The Lot, City of Highland Parkt,  525 Central Ave., Highland Park.

Hours are Noon to 10 p.m. More details.

     



Saturday, July 8, 2023

McCormick & Schmick's feature of the month

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McCormick & Schmick's, participating locations, feature of the month is smoked honey tabasco glazed grilled jumbo shrimp served with summer corn grits; $28. Available all day (subject to availability).

  





  







Friday, July 7, 2023

D.S. Tequila Co.'s Candy Land event tonight

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D.S. Tequila, 3352 N. Halsted Ave. hosts Candy Land Tonight: Red White & Blue features $5 Tito's mixers along with an evening of entertainment featuring.

Special guests: Angelica Maria; Travis Fiero and Brandon Rivera and Vivaciously Victor, kick things off at 10 p.m. 

Lineup includes: Snap, Crackle and Pop!, DJ Kyle House (from Tennessee) and others. 

    



Roscoe Village Burger Fest kicks off this evening

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The 16th Annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest kicks off at 5 p.m. at 2000 W. Belmont (Belmont St. and Damen Ave.) 

In addition to food there will be live music and craft vendors. Hours for the event are: 5-10 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. A $10 donation is suggested. More details 

    






Saturday, July 1, 2023

Bistronomic switches gears for NASCAR weekend

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Bistronomic, 840 N. Rush St., is featuring a round of NASCAR inspired cocktails and brunch. Chef Martial Noguier serves up a special menu for the occasion. In addition NASCAR drink specials include: Le Daytona Beach; L'indianapolis; Le Mans and Le Rebel.

As an added touch the restaurant will host its own NASCAR make-your-own cocktail (Rebel Margarita) today. Reservation.