Summertime Chi is in full effect and you need to take advantage of every sunshiney minute the weekend allows you, which is why we are bringing you the weekend platter filled with some awesome things to do each weekend this summer. Chicago summer is the reward for the treacherous winters we endure and your reward to yourself is to enjoy it and make the scene, obviously. Now get going!
WHAT: Taste of Greektown returns for its 25th year
WHERE: Chicago’s Greektown (100 – 400 S. Halsted Street)
WHEN: August 23th & 24th
TIME:Noon to 11pm
COST:
DETAILS: Hellenic pride will take center stage at the annual culinary fest on Halsted Street in the West Loop.Blending Old World traditions with a 21st century freshness, the tantalizing food and spirits from neighborhood eateries will again be the main attraction. There will also be plenty of music and entertainment including Greek bands, belly dancers and games for both kids and families. And a NEW fest highlight in 2014 will be the debut of a fine arts area
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WHAT: O.A.R. performs Extra Innings presented by Budweiser
WHERE: Red and Purple Lots on the west side of Wrigley Field (1060 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60613)
WHEN: Saturday August 23
TIME:11 a.m. to 8 p.m
COST: FREE $.99
DETAILS: To help Wrigley Field continue its season-long centennial celebration, American rock band O.A.R. will perform for 90-minute postgame set immediately following the conclusion of the Cubs’ afternoon game against the Baltimore Orioles. The event will take place Saturday, August 23, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Red and Purple Lots on the west side of Wrigley Field.
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WHAT: 3rd Annual Shop Wells
WHERE: Wells Street between Division Avenue & Armitage
WHEN: Saturday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 24t
TIME: varies
COST: n/a
DETAILS: Old Town Presents 3rd Annual shop Wells. Seven different retail boutiques in Old Town will be teaming up to host the 3rd Annual Shop Wells, a weekend-long showcase of some of the area’s most beloved shops and boutiques. On Saturday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 24th, shoppers can enjoy fashion events such as trunk shows and workshops, plus various in-store discounts and specials!
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WHAT: CELEBRATE CASTAWAYS’ 15 YEARS BY GIVING BACK LOCALLY TO A GREAT CAUSE
WHERE: Castaways Bar & Grill @ North Avenue Beach
1603 N. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60614
WHEN: Saturday, August 23rd
TIME: 1-7pm |At 3pm, guests will sing happy birthday to Castaways, and Phil Stefani will blow out the candles on the cake. Following the song, participants and the Castaways group will take the ALS #IceBucketChallenge.
COST:Phil Stefani Signature Restaurants will match each participant’s $10 donation for the ALS Association Greater Chicago. The $10 donation includes one redeemable beverage and the opportunity for a personal ALS #IceBucketChallenge photo opp.
DETAILS: celebrate the big 1-5 in true Castaways style; Castaways, Phil Stefani Signature Restaurants and Phil Stefani, appearance by Secretary of State Jesse White and the Jesse White Tumblers at 2pm
Broadcast live by KISS FM, who will be raffling off concert tickets.
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WHAT: Evening Associates Art After Dark
WHERE: Art Institute of Chicago Modern Wing
159 East Monroe Street.
WHEN: Friday August 22
TIME: 9pm-12am
COST: $30 adults; $20 members and students; $15 Evening Associates
DETAILS: Explore the museum late night with After Dark in the Modern Wing. Check out special tours of Magritte: The Mystery of the Ordinary, 1926-1938, then rock out to DJs and performances by acclaimed theatrical ensemble Collaboraction. Complimentary appetizers will be available along with a cash bar.
Purchase tickets online, by calling (877) 307-4AIC, or at any Art Institute admission counter. Space is limited.
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WHAT:Logan Square Boulevard
WHERE: 3100 W Logan Blvd
Chicago, IL 60647
WHEN: August 22-24
TIME: Friday 5-10 pm, Saturday 12-10 pm, Sunday 12-9 pm
COST: Suggested $10 donation CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
DETAILS: Chicago’s version of Carnival as The Boulevard returns, bringing along Brazil Fest for the ride!
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WHAT: The Magnificent Mile Shopping Festival& ShopFest
WHERE: North Michigan Avenue; Pioneer Court
WHEN: Friday August 22-Saturday August 24
TIME: Varies
COST: VIP Meet & Greet : $200.00
General Admission : $125.00
DETAILS: The Shopping Festival begins on Friday evening, August 22, with “A Magnificent Taste,” an intimate fete fit for Chicago’s foodie elite.celebrity headliner is Chef Sam Talbot, former “Fan Favorite” on Bravo’s Top Chef and one of People magazine’s “Sexiest Men Alive.” VIP tickets are on sale now exclusively through Priceless® Chicago, including a private reception with Chef Talbot and an over-the-top gift bag. General admission tickets are available through www.TheMagnificentMile/AMagTaste. Andy Grammer live in concert at the John Hancock Center plaza at 1:00pm on Saturday, August 23
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WHAT: Chicago Dancing Festival Last Dance
WHERE: Harris Theater
WHEN:Saturday August 23
TIME: 6-11:30PM
COST: begins at $150 CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
DETAILS: A closing night celebration to benefit the Chicago Dancing company NFP
