THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – A Touch of Spring in the Air!
Enjoy this first weekend of March as it teases us, albeit very briefly, with a touch of spring in the air! So here are a few events to get you out and about without having to bundle up!
Chicago’s Navy Pier (600 E. Grand Ave.) in the Streeterville neighborhood welcomes you to Global Connections: International Carnivale presented by ComEd this Saturday (1 p.m. – 5 p.m.) in the Aon Grand Ballroom. The tradition of Carnival is celebrated throughout the world in places such as Brazil, Italy, Puerto Rico and others in a wide variety of ways. This event will feature an afternoon celebration which includes music, dancing, art-making activities, food, and other globally inspired festivities! Plus, catch performances from Chicago Samba, the Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center’s Plena Project, and others for a taste of Carnivale traditions!
After a successful launch last year, Chicago’s Greektown neighborhood is bringing back Greektown Restaurant Week now through March 7th. Diners can feast on specials and take advantage of exclusive discounts from some of the neighborhood’s most beloved eateries which include legacy Greek restaurants that have been in Greektown for decades! Just visit Greektown’s website for a full list of participating restaurants and remember to mention “Greektown Restaurant Week” when ordering!
Grab a ticket for the Brewsology Beer Fest at the Museum of Science & Industry (5700 S. Lake Shore Dr.) in the Hyde Park neighborhood this Saturday (6 p.m. – 11 p.m.). The event will feature dozens of local craft breweries and cideries (Maplewood, Dovetail, Bells and Founders among them) sampling their seasonal offerings. Attendees will also have access throughout the museum to wander around with a beer in hand, chat with brewery reps and check out the museum’s exhibits! It’s a one-of-a-kind experience for a night at the museum!
Woo Hoo! The Chicago Polar Plunge returns in-person to North Avenue Beach (1600 N Lake Shore Dr.) in the Lincoln Park neighborhood this Sunday (10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.). Once again, all participating plungers will receive free parking at Lincoln Park Zoo, or a free bus for groups of 20 or more; a souvenir t-shirt; a towel when exiting the icy waters of Lake Michigan; free photo downloads; and complimentary food at the “Melt Down Party!” Plus, there’s a virtual option for those unavailable to join in-person. The Polar Plunge is a fundraiser benefiting thousands of athletes in the Special Olympics Chicago/Special Children’s Charities programs with all money raised staying in Chicago to support these athletes with disabilities within the city. Come join us even if you’re not a plunger!
Chicago’s most famous retro diner since 1984, Ed Debevic’s (159 E. Ohio St.) in the Streeterville neighborhood will be holding Drag Me to the Disco Brunch this Sunday (12 p.m. – 2 p.m.). This first ever Drag Brunch is being hosted by the legendary Debbie Fox and featuring performances from Chicago’s own Lilith Towers and Eve The Bunny (show begins at 12:30 p.m.)! Ticket ($25) includes admission and one entrée from their brunch menu; however, a la carte food and beverages will be available for purchase along with $20 bottomless mimosas! Reservations are required for this wildly entertaining afternoon.
Sue Moss and Dean’s Team Chicago
