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Movies in The Park iPhone App

Chris — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:33:11 +0000

Chicago Hot Blog is pleased to announce that the Movies in The Park iPhone App is now available in the App Store. In our ongoing effort to provide you with the most updated information about all the free events going on around Chicago, the Movies in The Park iPhone App allows you to find the Movies in The Park that are closest to you.

CLICK HERE to Get the Chicago Movies in The Park App Now

The Chicago Movies in The Park App is the best way to know which Movies in The Park are convenient for you.

Features Include:
- View a map of all participating parks
- View a map of parks sho movies on a specific date
- Listing of all movies at your favorite parks
- Calendar of all movies, listed by date
- Listing of all movies, listed by park

Chicago Movies in The Park runs June 18, 2010 to Sept 10, 2010

CLICK HERE to Get the Chicago Movies in The Park App Now

Chicago July 2008 Events

Chris — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:05:28 +0000

July is one of the best months of the year to get out and experience Chicago. With so much going on in the city, take a look at our list of July Events in Chicago and Contact Us if you know of anything that should be added to the list.

Chicago July Events
The Freedom Museum is free to the public through September 9, 2008. Closed Tuesdays.

The Grant Park Music Festival brings classical music to Millenium Park. Every Weds, Fri & Sat.

Summer Dance teaches you the moves. Every Thurs-Sunday at 601 S. Michigan Ave (in Grant Park).

Taste of Chicago 2008 will be at Grant Park June 27 – July 6, 2008.

There is Free Yoga and Pilates at Millenium Park. Every Saturday Morning.

The AVP invades North Avenue Beach July 10-13, 2008. Free Thursday.

The Hyde Park Art Center hosts their monthly “Cocktails and Clay” on Friday July 11, 2008.

The Field Museum is Free on Monday July 14, 2008.

The 2008 Chicago Outdoor Film Festival will be at Grant Park. Tuesdays beginning July 15, 2008.

2008 Pitchfork Music Festival will be at Union Park, July 18-20.

The World’s Largest Block Party happens in The West Loop. July 18-19.

See The Dark Knight (Batman) at The Navy Pier IMAX. 72 Hours of consecutive shows run July 18-20.

Jammin’ At The Zoo features Fastball and Blind Melon on Friday July 25, 2008.

Venetian Night is Saturday July 26, 2008 at Grant Park.

The Chicago Criterium takes place Sunday July 27, 2008 at Grant Park.

July is the perfect time to take an evening viewing of Wicked in Chicago.

MCA Free Days are every Tuesday throughout the year. The Chicago Art Institute is free every Thursday evening. There is no MCA First Friday in July.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks go off every Wednesday and Saturday night, with a special shows on July 2nd and July 4th. Also check out the Taste of Chicago Fireworks on July 3rd.

Chicago May Events 2008

Chris — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:37:43 +0000

The weather is warming up and there are plenty of May events going on in Chicago. With plenty of big-name musical acts coming to town, our schedule of Chicago May Events provides you with the perfect mix of indoor and outdoor activities, as we wait for summer to take hold. If you have anything for us to add to our list of Chicago May Events, Contact Us.

Chicago May Events 2008
Looptopia 2008, one of the biggest events of the springtime, comes to Chicago’s Loop on the night of Friday, May 2, 2008.

Midnight Juggernauts bring their U.S. tour to Chicago’s Double Door on Friday, May 2, 2008.

MCA First Friday opens their doors for their monthly party on Friday, May 2, 2008.

Hyde Park Art Center hosts their monthly “Cocktails and Clay” event on Friday, May 9, 2008.

The Police come to Chicago’s Allstate Arena on Saturday, May 10, 2008.

The Chicago Roller Derby will hold events on Saturday, May 10 and Saturday, May 31, 2008.

Duran Duran come to Chicago’s Rosemont Theatre on Wednesday, May 14, 2008.

The Cure will perform at Chicago’s Allstate Arena on Friday, May 17, 2008.

Chicago Green Festival will be at Chicago’s Navy Pier, May 17 & 18, 2008.

Air Traffic will perform at Chicago’s Bottom Lounge on May 18, 2008.

Navy Pier Fireworks will kick off the 2008 season on Saturday, May 24, 2008. Additional dates include Wednesday, May 28 and Saturday, May 31.

Chicago April 2008 Events

Chris — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 02:19:04 +0000

Our list of April Chicago Events will help you get ready for the warmer weather. As spring takes hold and the April showers wash away the gloom of winter, keep tuned to Chicago Hot Blog for all your news about everything going on in Chicago during April 2008.

Chicago April 2008 Events
MCA First Friday will take place on Friday, April 4th, 2008. Hit the scene with some of Chicago’s most eligible singles and check out some of the newest art exhibits.

The Hyde Park Art Center holds its monthly social mixer, “Cocktails and Clay”, on Friday, April 11, 2008.

Chicago Roller Derby holds their April event on Saturday, April 19, 2008.

Merchandise Mart Artopolis will be the headlining event in Chicago during April 24-28, 2008.

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Chicago Neighborhood Tours 2008
Pitchfork Music Festival 2008
Kooza Chicago
Red Bull Flugtag Chicago
2008 Chicago Airshow

Chicago March 2008 Events

Chris — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 16:50:44 +0000

The big events happening in Chicago in March 2008 revolve around St. Patrick’s Day, the color green, and binge drinking – but there are plenty of other events going on. While winter rolls along in Chicago, here is a list of things to do in Chicago for March 2008.

Head over to Red Dog House and get your Microchip Dog Tracker to help keep your dog safe. $30; Thursday, March 6th.

MCA First Friday takes place at the Museum of Contemporary Art on Friday, March 7th.

Lebowski Fest Chicago will run March 7-9, 2008, at various locations across Chicago. Celebrating the cult-classic film, many of the movie’s stars have been known to make appearances at these festivals.

The Chicago Flower Show will be at Rosemont’s Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, March 8-16.

Hyde Park Art Center will host their monthly Second Friday, “Cocktails and Clay” event on Friday, March 14th.

One of the biggest parties of the year, The Soutside Irish Parade romps through Chicago’s Southside on Sunday, March 9th. Get there early to get a good view of the green madness.

Another Southside institution, The Chicago Roller Derby will have it’s monthly run at The Roller Derby Stadium on Sunday, March 9th and Saturday, March 29th at 6pm.

WWE Smackdown comes to Chicago’s Allstate Arena on Tuesday, March 11th. Don’t miss the chance to see all of your favorite WWE Superstars. (Click Here to Buy Tickets Now)

The Chicago Scuba Expo will be at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, March 15-17, 2008. Scuba Exhibitions, Workshops and Seminars.

March 15th is the day when the city will Dye The Chicago River Green, in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. The annual event is one of Chicago’s favorite traditions. It happens at 10:45 am. Then head down to Grant Park for Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Future Events
Pitchfork Music Festival 2008
Lollapalooza 2008
Taste of Chicago 2008
2008 Chicago Air Show
Bon Jovi Chicago

Chicago January 2008 Events

Chris — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 22:30:36 +0000

Despite the cold weather, there is still a lot of events going on in Chicago throughout January 2008 and the winter months. Check out this list of events and leave a comment on this post if you have any other events that are going on in January 2008.

Chicago January 2008 Events
Chicago Water Gun Spy Game – Sure to be one of the best events of January 2008, this is your chance to act out your James Bond fantasy. Chase a spy around Chicago, while another spy is hunting for you. Squirt or be squirted.

Chicago New Years Polar Bear Swim – On January 1st, this is your big chance to take a flying leap in Lake Michigan. Bring your speedo and join the other freezing bodies.

Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival – Running from January 3 – 13, 2008; The Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival offers endless hours of homegrown comedy and entertainment.

Dancing With The Stars Chicago – The Dancing With The Stars Tour comes to Chicago’s Allstate Arena on January 4th.

Paws and Refresh – A holistic party for your puppy. Stop by and find out ways to help the mental and physical health of your favorite pooch.

Chicago Roller Derby 2008 – Chicago’s very own Roller Derby kicks off it’s 2008 season on January 26th.

Chicago Speed Skating Classic will take place on January 27th.

Navy Pier Winter Wonderfest will continue to go on at Navy Pier until January 6th. If you haven’t had a chance to take in the festivities, you’ll still have a few days in January to take advantage of the family fun.

Also as the month of January begins to wind down, be sure to swing by Millenium Park to check out the Millenium Park Ice Sculpture as it begins to take shape for the month of February.