This summer looks to be full of activities to do in my wonderful city of Chicago.
Several different activities are going around town from June till August from Movies in the Park to a Late night Bike Ride and HUGE Pillow Fight.
I will be trying to be at ALL these places this summer and I hope to see you there as well :-)
(I started this blog before I was Ribfest but didn't finish it till after but Ribfest was Amazing, I had so much fun there)
Ribfest Chicago 2010 06/11- 06/13
Location: 4000-4130 N. Lincoln Ave
12th Annual Food/Music/Family fun fest in North center. Voted again in the Top 10 Chicago Fests, 65,000 lbs of BBQ and 50,000 fans are found at this nationally-recognized event. Chicagoland rib restaurants vie for "Best Ribs" and other vendors serve up tasty items. Top local and nationally touring indie/pop/rock/alt country bands take the stage for one of Chicago's best music fests (no cover bands!!). And families enjoy Kids Square on Sat/Sun from Noon-6pm. $5 Gate Donation requested
The Bamboozle Roadshow 2010 06/12
Location: Soldier Field Parking Lot
The Bamboozle Roadshow 2010 brings today’s best musicians on two stages for an incredible rockin’ experience at Chicago’s premier lake front venue, Soldier Field, in the heart of the Museum Campus. Other acts include: Forever The Sickest Kids, Good Charlotte, HelloGoodbye, Cady Groves, Great Big Planes, Mercy Mercedes, Stereo Skyline, The Ready Set, and Vita Chambers. Time lines and acts subject to change.
The Line-up is as follows;
4:05 - 4:35 Hellogoodbye
4:55 - 5:25 Forever the Sickest kids
5:45 - 6:15 Good Charlotte
6:35 - 7:15 All Time Low
7:35 - 8:15 Boys Like Girls
8:35 - 9:15 LMFAO
9:35 - 10:15 Third Eye Blind
Location: Millennium Park
It's here! A pillow fight is about to erupt on the streets of Chicago! FlashChicago is exited to be planning this event!
Here's the skinny:
-You will need a pillow for this event (a soft one please, no "firm" pillows, try to use down, or some other soft filling).
-You will need a bag (backpack or gym bag) to hide your pillow in until it's time.
-You will need to wear either a red or a blue shirt (LAST NAMES STARTING WITH A-M ARE RED, N-Z ARE BLUE.)
-You will need ears (to hear whistle to start the fight)
-You will meet in front of the "Bean" at 10:00am and hang out (take pics, act normal) until you hear the signal (see number 3).
-You will be required to have fun.
-You should bring a friend. The more the merrier!
Location: Horner Park 2741 W Montrose Ave
Movie - Raiders of the Lost Ark
Location: Grant Park in Downtown Chicago 300 S. Columbus
The City of Chicago welcomes the 30th annual Taste of Chicago June 25 – July 4, 2010. Each day more than 70 local restaurateurs offer a delicious combination of ethnic items, family favorites, exotic and Chicago specialties feeding more than 3 million people in Grant Park, in downtown Chicago. Entertainment is also provided every day by a variety of musical performances on multiple stages. See the official web site linked below for a complete list of the entertainment options.
Sales for the Taste of Chicago tickets go on sale on 06/19 at Dominicks for $6 a strip.
Artist performing at the Taste Stage:
(most shows start at 5:30 except for 06/27 which starts at 3:00)
06/25 - Salt-N-Pepa, Bell Biv Devoe
06/26 - Gavin Rossdale
06/27 - Emily Osment, All Star Weekend
06/28 - Broadway in Chicago
06/29 - Los Lobos, Los Lonely boys
06/30 - Mat Kearney, Brett Demen
07/01 - Trey Songs, Teairra Mari
07/02 - Rob Thomas
07/03 - Steve Miller Band
Location: Independence Park 3945 N Springfield Ave
Movie - Apollo 13
Location: All over the city
Join up to 9,000 bicyclists on Saturday night/Sunday morning July 10/11 for Friends of the Parks’ L.A.T.E. Ride. Enjoy a 25-mile ride through Chicago's neighborhoods and along the lakefront. Cycle past skyscrapers, hear shout of "Opaah!" in Greek Town, cruise through the North Side, wave to onlookers, and watch the sun rise over Lake Michigan. Plus, you’ll enjoy music before the ride, sponsor booths to explore, refreshments before the ride and at the rest stop, and great food and beverages after your trek through the city.
Movies in the Park 07/13
Location: Hollywood Park 3312 W Thorndale Ave
Movie - Cloudy with A Chance of Meatball
Location: Churchill Field 1825 N Damen Ave
Movie - School of Rock
Location: Haas Park 2402 N wastenaw Ave
Movie - Ghostbusters
Location: Logan Square
Chicago's most diverse and vibrant art Festival, will take place in Logan Square from Friday July 23rd to Sunday July 25th.
The Festival will feature dozens of curated gallery exhibitions and a spectrum of live musical acts.
Enjoy delicious local cuisine, sidewalk sales, outdoor cafe-style seating, the acclaimed Logan Square Farmer’s Market and more!
A complimentary trolley will be available to help you navigate this epic Festival. Mark your calendar and don’t miss it.
Location : Chicago Shoreline
The Chicago Air & Water Show is the largest spectator event in the United States and the longest ongoing show of its kind in North America.
Shell Oil Products US is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Chicago Air and Water Show since 1995. This event allows Shell the opportunity to connect with the City of Chicago and embrace the local community. We are honored to take part in bringing this free event to the Chicago shoreline to showcase the pride in our brand and our appreciation for the City." - Kevin Autin, General Manager SOPUS
Location : Hamlin 3035 N Hoyne Ave
Movie - Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Location: 2636 N Kimball
Movie - How to Train a Dragon
Location : Millenium Park
Considered one of the most spirited festivals, ¡Viva! moves to Millennium Park and celebrates 22 years of bringing some of the most beloved performers and Latin legends from around the world. The festival features two musical performance stages and a Salon de Baile, where all are welcome to come and dance to live music as well as stay for the evening DJ set. Para los ninos (kids), don’t miss the ComEd Kid’s Zone, complete with a giant inflatable castle for jumping and a special guest appearance by the Chicago area mascots.
PLUS. . . .
Attraction around Chicago have Free admission on specific days
Adler Planetarium
June 07-11, Sept 7, 13-17, 21 & 28.
Art Institute
Every Thursday from 5pm-8pm
Field Museum
July 2-3, Aug 24, Sept 15-16, 21-22
Museum of Science & Industry
June 7-11, Aug 30, Sept 7-14, 20-21, 27-28
Shedd Aquarium
June 14-18, Sept 13-14, 20-21, 27-28WOW That's one busy summer and that's not counting Birthdays, Graduation and the everyday stuff we do.
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