It’s Thursday in Chicago, and it’s cold as all hell. We don’t know about you, but we’re waddling around like penguins on these ice-covered sidewalks. A little ice never stopped anyone from going out, though. Here’s what’s happening around the city.

Green river, packed bars, and the spirit of St. Paddy all day long. The Shamrock Crawl is Chicago’s ultimate St. Patrick’s Day party. Win free tickets to party in Wrigleyville.*

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• Save the date: The Taste of Randolph just announced they’ll be coming back this summer from June 19th to June 21st. It’s a foodie festival featuring some of the best restaurants in town. Save the date!

• The first-ever Auditorium Wellness event arrives at Chicago’s legendary Auditorium Theatre, where guests will enjoy a morning designed to nourish both body and spirit, all within the iconic glow of a national historic landmark. This all-inclusive experience welcomes all levels! Space is extremely limited, so get your tickets now!*

• This one’s about to be crazy. Pitbull and Lil Jon are headlining Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in September Tickets go on sale January 30th.

• Three of the funk and jazz world’s virtuosos, Cory Henry, Eric Krasno (Soulive), and Robert “Sput” Searight (Ghost-Note), have teamed up to form supergroup organ trio The Heavyweights. You can catch them at Garcia's Chicago for two days only on February 13th and 14th. Win tix now!*

• Plus other just announced shows from Bruno Mars, BTS, Madison Beer, Claire Rosinkranz, Charlie Puth, Ballroom Thieves, Sheppard, Pavement, Five Finger Death Punch, Windy City Smokeout, Winnetka Music Festival, and more!

THE BEST ITALIAN BEEF IN CHICAGO

Newsflash: Italian beef sandwiches existed long before The Bear, and these joints around Chicago have been serving them up to the city for decades. Chicago institutions like Al’s Beef and Ricobene’s prove that sometimes the best meals aren’t served on a white tablecloth, but a red and white checkered one. Check out the full list.

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• The Wiener’s Circle is having a Caleb Williams look-alike contest. If you resemble the star quarterback, or are looking for someone who does, be sure to pull up this Tuesday. Have we mentioned there’s prizes?

• The best way to combat the Chicago cold? Hanging out inside a museum all day. Lucky for us, January is full of free museum days. Check out our full list of 35+ participating museums.

• If you’ve ever wanted to rave with jellyfish, now’s your chance. The Shedd Aquarium is hosting its first-ever Heartbeat House Party. You don’t want to miss this.

• We’re hiring a Sales Account Exec. Love music? Good with people? Know how to make brands care? Apply now.

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