Rain, rain, go away… but a little water never hurt anyone. It may be pouring outside, but that shouldn’t stop you from having an unforgettable Friday night. Read on for some of our favorite events happening this weekend.

Murder, fortune, and fame: Chicago The Musical has it all. Experience Broadway’s longest-running musical live with Broadway In Chicago this May. Limited tickets remain, but you can win a pair for opening night!*

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• Get ready for Bat Out Of Hell: The Musical. Direct from London’s West End, this adrenaline-fueled production is a heart-pounding celebration of rock, rebellion, and epic love. Win tickets for April 9th.*

• DAVE is hitting The Salt Shed with the powerful lyrics and high-energy performance that have made him an international star. Secure your tickets now to see one of rap's top performers. Here’s how to win a pair.

• SIENNA SPIRO’s Philadelphia show on March 13th is sold out. We’re sending one winner anyway. Win VIP tickets, a hotel stay for the night of the show, and a $600 flight credit to see her live. Enter now.*

• Chicago, it’s fight night. Enter now to win four tickets to Jewel-Osco’s Big Deal Energy Main Event at The Salt Shed on March 24th and feel the adrenaline live. We're also giving one lucky winner a $250 gift card! Will it be you?*

• Plus other just announced shows from Gorillaz, Disclosure, Eric Clapton, The Pharcyde, Keller Williams’ Grateful Grass, Gena, Covet, Here Come the Mummies, The Blessed Madonna, Underscores, and more!

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One of the best things about Chicago is that people are always giving back to the community, even (and especially!) at the cost of a theoretical profit. Our free list of events highlights some of the best in Chicago. Pop out to some this weekend so local venues can continue hosting some damn good events for the people!

• TON. - ESCOBAE x VINCE LAZARUS at EMPORIUM ARCADE BAR

• TON. - HOUSE MUSIC IS HOME at SOUND-BAR

• TOM. - DARK 80’S NEW WAVE NIGHT at BEAT KITCHEN

• TOM. - THALIA HALL FREE FOR ALL at THALIA HALL

• SUN. - STITCHING STORIES: INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY SPECIAL at HERITAGE MUSEUM OF ASIAN ART

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• You may know that March is International Women’s Month, but we wouldn’t let you forget that this Sunday, March 8th, is International Women’s Day! We’ve compiled a list of our favorite women-owned businesses in Chicago to support on the big day. Check it out!

• Believe it or not, farmer’s market season is almost upon us. Andersonville Farmers Market is coming back on May 13th, and they just dropped their vendor application form for this year. Chase that bag.

• If you celebrate Holi, you can’t miss Global Connections: Holi tomorrow at Navy Pier. Celebrate the Festival of Colors with a day of live music, dance performances, DJs, and a powder-throwing experience along Chicago’s lakefront. More details here.

• Passing up a dream job in this economy? Don’t be silly. Apply to work with us at Do312 and be at the center of Chicago culture. Here’s how to apply.

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