THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – PLAN – PLAY – CELEBRATE!
THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – PLAN – PLAY – CELEBRATE!
It’s the perfect time to plan your travels and summer activities with these two trade shows in town –
Chicago Travel and Adventure Show 2012 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (5555 N. River Road) in Rosemont this Saturday and Sunday. This event is your chance to discover authentic travel experiences snap up the deals and win trips and giveaways. You’ll obtain travel tips from the experts such as travel legend Rick Steves and more. You can experience scuba diving ride camels and see cultural performances as well as test your taste buds at the fiery foods challenge. Don’t pass up this opportunity to meet the experts who can help you plan and book your next trip(s) – Bon Voyage!
Strictly Sail Chicago at Navy Pier’s Festival Halls A and B (600 E. Grand Avenue) in the Streeterville neighborhood this Saturday and Sunday. This 17th annual showcase features boat designs accessories gear and equipment as well as 200 seminars author signings kids activities and giveaways. It’s time to gear-up for a great summer of Chicago sailing on Lake Michigan!
Prefer to play?
‘Field of Screams’ Scavenger Hunt is this Saturday beginning at 1:30PM (RSVP required) at the Field Museum (1400 S. Lake Shore Drive). Use clues to solve an Egyptian-themed murder mystery inside the museum. Each member of the winning team will receive a prize! Walk like an Egyptian!!
Lakeview Polar Plunge is this Saturday at 12:00 p.m. so head-on over to Oak Street Beach (1000 N. Lake Shore Drive) in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. Take a freezing dip (perhaps a refreshing dip for some) in Lake Michigan during this 11th annual benefit which is also known as the "Celebration of Shrinkage!"
Lincoln Square Winter Brew is this Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the DANK-Haus Fifth Floor Ballroom (4740 N. Western Avenue) in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. This inaugural showcase features reps from local breweries where you can purchase samples of their offerings along with specially paired bites from The Grafton and Fountainhead!
Winter Music Festival III wraps-up this Saturday at Uncle Fatty’s Rum Resort (2833 N. Sheffield Avenue) in the Lakeview neighborhood. During this annual five-day music celebration which began this past week a total of 25 bands and seven DJ’s perform on two stages – one at Uncle Fatty’s and the other stage at adjacent bar The Coach House. Also includes rotating drink specials!
And finally Sunday brings us a day to celebrate the Chinese New Year at these following events –
The Chinese New Year Parade begins at 1:00 p.m. at Wentworth Avenue and 24th Street heading north along Wentworth to Cermak Road. Come celebrate the Year of the Dragon 4710 at this spectacle featuring a 100-foot long dragon marching bands and of course the traditional Chinese lion dance!
According to Metromix Chinese New Year Hash kicks-off at 11:00 a.m. at 260 Sports Bar (260 W. 26th Street) in the Bronzeville/Douglas neighborhood. This 9th annual four-mile fun run includes a raffle food and draft beers at the finish line. Your day will start with a pre-run beer a walk to the Chinese New Year Parade and finishing off with the run starting at 2:00 p.m. Please note that the fun run includes pitfall twists and turns along the way bringing you back to the starting point!
What’s Your Pleasure? Plan Play Celebrate Or?
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