WHAT's UP? you ask . . plenty!
Spring is here and the anticipation oif what's to come is nearly unbearable! Spring gives us a whole vibe and level of anticipation around here . . . Feel free to peruse are TO DO list, this is just a small fraction, so consider it a highlight real of FUN!
APRIL
NOW - APRIL 30
The New York Times called it "boozing rowdiness and debauchery", Time Out said "A live-action ‘Drunk History', and Slate said "The best thing to ever happen to the theatre" . . . Who are we to argue? Get to Drunk Shakespeare because it sounds like BIG FUN!! It's at the Lion Theatre.NOW - April 23
Cabaret ZaZou's premier production, Luminaire, takes immersive entertainment to a whole new level of artistry. Featuring the talented international cirque performers, it is hilarious, and will have you talking about it long after it's gone.
NOW - April 23
The Tony winning, critically acclaimed pop rock musical, Jagged Little Pill, breaks the mold by offering a riveting storyline of pain, healing and empowerment drawing from the music of Alanis Morisette. It's a must see! MAY
May 6 - May 7
Find yourself at the Blink 182 concert at United Center with special Guest, Turnstyle. But you better hurry, it'll be gone in a . . . . (well, you get it . . .)May 17
Lizzo at the United Center. There are no other words . . . .TAKE A CULTURE TRIP!
Some of Chicago's greatest cultural institutions are now welcoming back visitors! HOORAY! Of course, visitors can once again enjoy the plethora of cultural experiences that Chicago has to offer. Of course Chicago has a wealth of cultural experiences just waiting for you. Check out some of Chicago's world famous museums like the Field Museum, Shed Aquarium, Art Institute, Museum of Contemporary Art. Or let your imagination run wild at the Wndr Museum and the all new Museum of Ice Cream. Spectacular!!CHICAGO IS A SPORTS TOWN!
Fall and winter are an exciting time for sports in Chicago with four major teams to follow, root for and "fantasize" about . . . Get it? Fantasy football . . . anyway, check out the local schedules then get to a game or a local pub - They;'re equally exciting for any sporting event! The Chicago Bears are in mid-season but if you love cold steel on ice, check out the BlackHawks! Love you some B-Ball - check the Bulls and Chicago Sky.TURN IT UP!
If you love music, there's nothing better than LIVE Music in Chicago! Chicago's stages are open and bands are scheduled to rock your world! Check out some of our favorite venues like Lincoln Hall, Schubas, Thalia Hall, The Metro, The Vic, The Green Mill, and tons more!Enjoy the Great Outdoors
The famed Chicago Architecture Tour is ready to guide you on an epic journey of discovery . . . Truly! You'll see some beautiful sites, enjoy a cocktail, and a "cool" river breeze in the heart of Chicago. Other Riverboat cruises are available too, check out Shoreline, Wendella, Mercury, and a ton more!
We're so lucky that Chicago has some of the best city parks and outdoor spaces in the World, and now is a great time to appreciate them in all of their splendor! Take a stroll through Millennium Park and The Bean, Grant Park, or Lincoln Park and see the dramatic backdrop of the city behind them. Or check out the Chicago Riverwalk and enjoy some outstanding public art and sculptures, eat, drink, and listen to live music! Feeling robustly athletic? Get yourself to the Lakefront Trail with a rented divvy or your own two feet! And if you're an animal lover, the residents at Lincoln Park Zoo are waiting to give you a warm welcome.