THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Dads Being Celebrated on Father’s Day Weekend!
It’s Father’s Day Weekend here in Chicago, and as usual, there’s no shortage of events to celebrate and spend some time with your dad!
The 8th annual Craft Brews Beer Festival takes place this Saturday (7 p.m.-10 p.m.) at the Lincoln Park Zoo (2001 N. Clark St.) between Cannon Drive and Fullerton Parkway in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Guests will have the opportunity to sample over 100 craft beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic options as well as enjoy food for purchase, listen to live music, play lawn games, and wander around the premises after hours viewing the zoo’s amazing animals! A General Admission ticket includes tickets for 20 three-ounce tastings and a Craft Brews souvenir tasting glass.
The Taste of Randolph returns for its 26th anniversary this Saturday and Sunday (12 p.m.-10 p.m.) to 900 West Randolph Street in the West Loop. This iconic street festival boasts six blocks of food from more than 16 local restaurants, drinks, two stages packed with live music, and a DJ stage hosted by local DJ Derrick Carter. It’s said to be the culinary adventure of the summer!
Taking place at Midway Plaisance (1130 Midway Plaisance North) between Woodlawn and Ellis Avenues in the Hyde Park neighborhood this Saturday and Sunday (12 p.m.-10 p.m.) is the Hyde Park Summer Fest. This two-day music festival will host a lineup of performers, DJs, and food from local restaurants along with retail/artist and non-profit vendors for a weekend of music, community, and a celebration of Chicago culture!
SailGP returns to Navy Pier (600 E. Grand Ave.) in the Streeterville neighborhood this Saturday (3 p.m.) for a thrilling sailing competition on Lake Michigan. Ten national teams battle it out on the F50 catamaran which is a race boat that “flies” out of the water and reaches speeds in excess of 60 mph! Plus, the east end of the Pier will be transformed into a viewing stadium along with grandstand seating, and big screens with live commentary and entertainment!!
One of the city’s biggest art fairs of the summer, the Gold Coast Art Fair, takes place this Saturday and Sunday (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) at Grant Park’s Butler Field in The Loop. Treat dad and yourself to 200+ juried artists from around the country for a shoppable art experience, enjoy live music on three stages, and have some delicious food, beer, wine, and sangria at three festival oases. New this year are on-site painting classes for adults and kids as well as a Kids Art Stop where they can learn more about the art-making process from the artists themselves!
Also taking place this Saturday and Sunday (11 a.m.-10 p.m.) is the 22nd annual Chicago Pride Fest on Halsted Street at Waveland Avenue in the Northalsted neighborhood. This street festival features live music on three stages, over 150 food and merchandise vendors, guest speakers, dance exhibitions, a high heel race for prizes, and more. Plus, the Proud Pet Parade steps off Sunday at 12:30 p.m. from the North Stage with Miss Foozie as she leads the contestants to the Winners presentation at the South Stage at 1:00 p.m. for prizes and fun!
Lastly, dad may enjoy taking in a baseball game at either Wrigley Field where the Chicago Cubs will host the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday (1:20 p.m.) and Sunday (12:00 p.m.), or at Impact Field in Rosemont where the Chicago Dogs will host the Kansas City Monarchs on Saturday (6 p.m.), which also happens to be Mardi Gras theme night, and Sunday (3 p.m.).
Happy Father’s Day!
Sue Moss and Dean’s Team Chicago
