Let’s face it, each week you are bound to be on the hunt for something to do in the city that’s out of the norm of just grabbing drinks or a bite to eat. Well if you’re looking for things to do, where to make THE scene each week in Chicago, we’ve got you covered. From shopping events, fundraisers, fashion trunk shows, art events and more, we’ll bring you a curated list of fab things to do in Chicago all week and through the weekend. Our picks for some of the best Chicago events to add to your social calendar this week. If you make it to one or all of these, make sure you share on social media using the hashtag #MakeTheScene you just might see yourself in one of our social feeds.
EVENT: Lexus Listening Lounge @ Chicago Auto Show
ABOUT: Lexus announces its return to the Chicago Auto Show with a special edition of its hit R&B/Soul music property, the Lexus Listening Lounge taking place at the Lexus exhibit of the 2017 Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place.
LOCATION: McCormick Place | 2301 S King Dr.
WHEN: Friday, February 10 through Sunday, February 19
TIME: varies by days
ADMISSION/COST: Autoshow admittance. Information about admission tickets, directions and parking CLICK HERE
EVENT:Macy’s Black History Month Celebration
ABOUT: Join Macy’s as we salute Black art, expression and culture with actor Jay Ellis, singer/songwriter BJ The Chicago Kid and author/food blogger Jocelyn Delk Adams. Guests will enjoy sips, bites and an inspiring conversation on how creative self-expression and a strong connection to heritage have shaped Jay, BJ and Jocelyn’s careers. The panel will be moderated by Chicago’s own Robin Robinson.
LOCATION: Macy’s State Street Narcissus Room | 111 W. Randolph
WHEN: Wednesday, February 15
TIME: 5:30 pm
ADMISSION/COST: Free CLICK HERE
EVENT: Chicago Auto show
ABOUT: Whether you’re in the market for a new car or looking to check out your dream cars and more, you’ll find it at this year’s Chicago Auto show.
LOCATION: McCormick Place | 2301 S King Dr.
DATE/TIME: Feb. 11 – 19 (10 a.m. – 10 p.m.)| Feb. 20 (10 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
ADMISSION/COST: $13 for adults; $7 for seniors aged 62 and older; $7 for children 7-12 CLICK HERE
EVENT: CCC Unplugged
ABOUT: Chicago Children’s Choir Ambassadors Board hosts a fundraiser inviting more than 350 young city philanthropists for a night of cocktails and special performances, supporting CCC’s mission of inspiring and changing 4,400 lives through music each year.
LOCATION: 1st Ward (Chop Shop) | 2033 W North Ave. 60647
WHEN: Saturday February 18
TIME: 8-11pm
ADMISSION/COST:$75+ CLICK HERE
EVENT: Taco Fest 2017
ABOUT: Mago Grill & Cantina South Loop invites taco lovers to savor Chicago’s best at it’s inaugural Taco Fest. . 11 Chicago restaurants will come together to offer attendees their best taco creations, competing for a chance to win the title “Best Taco,” “Best Presentation” or “Best Booth.” Winners will be determined by Taco Fest’s guest judges: Gabe Ramirez from B96, Chef Karmela Galicia from Chicago’s Community Kitchens and social media influencer, Adam Sokolowski. All ticket sales will benefit the Greater Chicago Food Depository, a nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger in Chicago’s neighborhoods.
LOCATION: Mago Grill | 1010 S. Delano Court
WHEN: Tuesday, February 21
TIME:6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m
ADMISSION/COST: $30 CLICK HERE
EVENT: Four Loko IRL Tour
ABOUT: Diplo will join social media comic Fat Jew’s Major Lazer tribute band “Major Behavior” for an epic night celebrating the most legendary electronic group of all time through music and experience. Free entry, free drinks, free best DJ’s in the world, free broken iPhone screens, free making out with strangers, free annoying Snapchat stories, free unexplained bruises the next day, free everything” – Fat Jew.
LOCATION: Concord Music Hall | 2047 N Milwaukee Ave
WHEN: Thursday February 16
TIME: Doors: 6:30pm
ADMISSION/COST: FREE (SOLD OUT) CLICK HERE
EVENT: Saber Champagne for Valentine’s Day
ABOUT: Drumbar is inviting couples to attend a special pre-dinner evening of bubbles and cocktails, where experts from Moët will give guests an in-depth educational champagne tasting and even teach them how to saber a champagne bottle!
LOCATION: Drumbar | 201 E. Delaware Place, 18th Floor
WHEN: Tuesday February 14
TIME: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m
ADMISSION/COST: $60 per couple CLICK HERE
EVENT: Steppenwolf Associates Event
ABOUT: Join Steppenwolf Steppenwolf Associates for a a pre-show reception and panel discussion featuring guests from Northwestern University’s Children and Family Justice Center and Storycatchers Theatre. Then stay to watch Steppenwolf for Young Adults’ production of Monster, which tells the story of a 16-year-old aspiring film-maker in juvenile detention, puts the issue into striking perspective.
LOCATION: Metro | 3730 N. Clark St.
WHEN: Saturday, February 18
TIME: 5:30pm Reception and Panel Discussion | 7:30pm Performance of Monster
ADMISSION/COST: $45CLICK HERE
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