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Daily Email - Monday - 5/19/2025

We got the post-weekend blues and so does the weather apparently. Guess it’s time to get excited about next weekend!

Chicago had a glow up?! Experience the city like never before with Neon Paddle—an exclusive, motorized neon-lit paddleboard adventure along the river. Buy tickets or enter to win! 18+*

JUST ANNOUNCED

GUIDE TO DATE NIGHT

Paris, watch out! Chicago is coming for you! We may not have the Eiffel Tower but there are some pretty romantic spots around the Second City. Find new ideas with our Guide to Date Night.

Sueños Music Festival Presents:

KEEP THE PARTY GOING—FOR FREE

You danced all day, sang every word, and maybe even lost your voice. But don’t lose your momentum. The official Sueños Afterparties—featuring Wisin, Arcangel, GORDO, and more—are calling.

And now, you can score free passes to keep the vibes alive. These are the moments you’ll talk about on Monday (if your group chat ever recovers). Whether you're chasing one more song or an unforgettable night, this is your shot to make it happen—on us.*

COMING UP

Activism & Resources in Chicago

Happy Birthday to Malcolm X! In honor of his work we are highlighting all the Activism & Resources we’ve collected around Chicago. Check them out.

🔉 Phodega x Rosaluna

Thursday at Broken Shaker at Freehand Chicago

Every week you can head to Broken Shaker to catch great vibes and great music! This week Phodega x Rosaluna take over. So get your cute fit on and start your night right. Enter to win a punch bowl for four!*

🏳️‍⚧️ Transcend

Thursday at Never Have I Ever (8PM)

Join the glitterati at Transcend on Thursday to support Trans Lifeline. It's a night of music, art, and community, all for a cause that truly matters. Enter for a chance to win a pair of VIP tickets + $50 Bar tab!*

🖤 World Goth Day

Thursday at Reckless Records - Wicker Park (3PM)

Celebrate World Goth Day (It’s a real thing!) with DJs Scary Lady Sarah and Philly Peroxide at Reckless Records. Shop while you brood to some goth favorites from every era.

🍹 Margarita Fest

June 28th & June 29th at 2300 S Indiana Ave

Sip on authentic Jalisco-style margaritas, groove to hot beats, and indulge in local bites at Margarita Fest. It's the city's ultimate summer kickoff! Just bring your thirst and your appetite.

Color Cocktail Factory

Get crafty and sip happy at the BYOB: Make a Cute Cat Vase Night, happening this month at the Color Cocktail Factory! Bring your favorite drink and let your creativity shine as you design a feline-inspired vase to take home. Whether you’re planning a girls' night out, a creative date, or just want to treat yourself, this fun and relaxing experience is the purr-fect way to unwind. No experience needed—just good vibes and a love for cats and crafts. Spots fill up fast, so don’t wait.

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