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Chicago Weekend Events

Chris — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:27:33 +0000

As we get deeper into summer, the weekends in Chicago start a little earlier. These are the Chicago Weekend Events for the weekend of June 27, 2008. Be sure to check back to Chicago Hot Blog for all your Chicago Weekend Event updates.

Chicago Weekend Events

Will be updating this for 2010…

Worlds Largest Block Party 2008

Chris — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:30:42 +0000

The World’s Largest Block Party (Old St. Pat’s Festival) takes place July 18-19, 2008. The party runs 5:30-10:30pm on both days. The World’s Largest Block party takes place in parking lot at the corner of Madison and Des Plaines, in the West Loop.

The World’s Largest Block Party 2008 will feature the music of Rusted Root on Friday July 18 and the music of Pat Monahan (from the band Train) on Saturday July 19. The official World’s Largest Block Party website says that tickets go on sale June 25. Tickets are $35 in advance and it has been known to sell out. Tickets are available online or at select 5/3 Bank locations.

I attended The World’s Largest Block Party a few years ago, and it was a great time. Many people have called this “The World’s Largest Singles Block Party”, as there is a lot of mingling going on. One of the best things about the evening (besides the music and the beautiful people) was the seemingly free alcohol. When you arrive, you are given 5 free drink tickets. It was also easy to get a few extra free drinks out of the volunteers.

World’s Largest Block Party

The host of the event, Old St. Pat’s Church, is Chicago’s oldest public building and a treasured historic landmark. The World’s Largest Block Party is Old St. Patrick’s major fundraising event of the year. The Block Party proceeds support the mission and outreach activities of Old St. Pat’s including the Education Center, the Outreach Group, CARA Job Placement and Mentoring Program, Career Transitions Center of Chicago and Global Alliance for Africa.

Lollapalooza 2008 Schedule

Chris — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:55:59 +0000

The Lollapalooza 2008 Schedule has been released.

Lollapalooza 2008 Schedule – Headliners
Friday August 1 @ 8pm – Radiohead
Saturday August 2 @ 8:30pm – Wilco, Rage Against The Machine
Sunday August 3 @ 8:15pm – Nine Inch Nails, Kanye West

Download the official Lollapalooza 2008 Schedule (pdf)

The Lollapalooza 2008 Schedule shows that there will be 7 musical stages, with 5-6 of the stages going at any given time. Music will run from 11am-10pm, Aug 1-3, 2008. This has become one of the biggest annual events during the Chicago summer and is something that you should definitely experience.

For more information about Lollapalooza, visit our Lollapalooza 2008 page.

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Lincoln Park Pizza Fest 2008

Chris — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:37:50 +0000

The 2008 Lincoln Park Pizza Fest will take place Saturday June 21 – Sunday June 22, Noon – 10pm both days. This will be the second annual Lincoln Park Pizza Fest and will feature lots of different pizzas for sale. There is a cornhole tournament, pizza eating contest and musical acts throughout the weekend. Pizza Fest takes place at the intersection of Racine and Fullerton. $5 donation.

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Taste of Randolph 2008

Chris — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:39:58 +0000

The 2008 Taste of Randolph Street takes place Friday June 20 – Sunday June 22. The Taste of Randolph is known for being a more upscale and refined version of the traditional Chicago street festival. The 2008 Taste of Randolph will feature food from West Loop restaurants such as Red Light, Sushi Wasabi, Macello and many more. The Taste of Randolph will also feature music throughout the entire weekend. $10 suggested donation.

Taste of Randolph – Schedule
Friday June 20 : 5pm-11pm
Saturday June 21 : 2pm-11pm
Sunday June 22 : 2pm-10pm

Check back to Chicago Hot Blog or get updates sent to your inbox. You can also visit the official Taste of Randolph website for more information.

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Wrigleyville Summerfest

Chris — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:16:20 +0000

The 6th Annual Wrigleyville Summerfest will take place Saturday June 14, 2008 from 11am-10pm at Seminary & Roscoe St. Wrigleyville Summerfest features musical acts, cornhole and Guitar Hero competitions, and much more. Kids Zone includes Moon Walk, Petting Zoo and Climbing Wall. A $5 donation benefits Resurrection Lutheran Church, Resurrection After School Program (RAP), and Resurrection Preschool.

Wrigleyville Summerfest – Highlights
11am to 5pm – Guitar Hero Competition (register online)
Noon to 4pm – Cornhole Tournament #1 (register online)
5pm to 9pm – Cornhole Tournament #2 (register online)
5:30 to 7:30pm – Too White Crew
8:00 to 10:00pm – Elevation

Andersonville Midsommarfest 2008

Chris — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:16:18 +0000

The 47th Annual Andersonville Midsommarfest (aka midsummerfest) is a celebration of Swedish heritage, artisans, great food and music. The 2008 Andersonville Midsommarfest will happen Saturday & Sunday, June 14 & 15, 2008. Midsommarfest is open from 11am-10pm on both days at 5200 N. Clark Street. A $5 donation benefits the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce.

The 2008 Andersonville Midsommarfest features 4 musical stages with music from 11am to 10pm.

Andersonville Midsommarfest – Musical Highlights
Saturday @ 11:45am – Traditional Maypole Dance
Saturday @ 6pm – Wedding Banned
Saturday @ 8pm – Trippin Billies
Sunday @ 6pm – Too White Crew
Sat & Sun @ 8pm – Hairbanger’s Ball

For a full schedule and more details about Midsommarfest’s events, visit the official Andersonville Midsommarfest website.

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Retro On Roscoe 2008

Chris — Fri, 23 May 2008 11:24:02 +0000

Retro on Roscoe (2000 W. Roscoe St) is one of Chicago’s favorite street festivals, featuring retro music by some of Chicago’s favorite cover bands. Retro on Roscoe 2008 will be Saturday & Sunday, August 2 & 3, 2008. With entertainment from 11am to 8pm, Retro on Roscoe is an awesome way to spend a summer weekend.

Some of the favorite musical acts that will be appearing at Retro on Roscoe include: Hairbangers Ball (80s Rock), CatFight, Even Flow (Pearl Jam), Elevation (U2) and Wedding Banned. For a list of all the performers, visit the official Retro on Roscoe website.

2008 Retro on Roscoe

Retro on Roscoe features Chicago’s top talent and entertainment on three main stages. Artisans, antique vendors, and cool merchants will provide a shopping experience that is second to none. Local restaurants fill the venue with summertime samplings and tasty treats.

All this and more liven up this tree-lined street for an enjoyable two-day festival that brings back great memories while providing an excellent entertainment for the entire family.

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