Hey hey, Chicago! We’re officially in that stretch of summer where it feels like every weekend needs to count. Invest in that hobby! Go on that trip! Splurge on those concert tickets! Ask out that special someone! Life is short, and there’s no time like the present.

If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind experience right here in the city…

Ever wish you could ride in the cockpit of a Blue Angels aircraft? Bummer that we can't, but we've got the next best thing... The Auditorium and the Chicago Philharmonic continue the groundbreaking Auditorium Philms series with Top Gun: Maverick In Concert, a one-night-only presentation on Saturday, September 26th. Win free tickets to the show and VIP pre-party.*

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• Edgewater Music Fest is back August 28th through 30th with 30+ acts, local eats and brews, a massive vendor market, drag brunch, and more. Three days of music and neighborhood hangs await. Check out the lineup.*

• Connect, create, and enjoy nature and skyline views at Palmisano Park for a Cottage Core-themed photo meetup with Chi Shooters and Do312! Free and open to all. Photographers, models, and stylists: RSVP now!*

• We’re bringing it back to the ‘70s and ‘80s with Yacht Rock Revue – Primetime at The Salt Shed this September. Dance the night away to hits by Steely Dan, Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, and more. Enter to win tix.*

• All aboard the Chicago Party Boat Booze Cruise! Enjoy breathtaking views and delicious drinks on a two-story, open-air party boat, and dance to music spun by some of Chicago's best DJs! Wanna ride with a plus one for free?*

• Plus other just announced shows from Joe Gatto, Smells Like Nirvana, Hippo Campus, DIOX, David Archuleta, DJ Mandy, Don Toliver, Illenium, Tiffany Haddish, Audrey Hobert, Fort Frances, Spafford, and more!

TOP 5 SPOTS WORTH WANDERING INTO WITH IAN FUGETT

Nobody “knows a spot” like Ian Fugett, founder of the pub. If you haven’t had the pleasure of running into his print-only magazine, then it’s time to get out of the house and into some local businesses. Here are some of Ian’s favorites to wander right into.

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• Y’know that feeling when you close out the club, but you still don’t want the night to end? That’s where 4 a.m. Bucktown bar Remedy comes in. It’s their 10-year anniversary, and they have awesome discounts all weekend long. Drink up.

• If you’re on the South Side or need an excuse to go explore it, my awesome professor wrote the latest “36 Hours in Chicago” for the New York Times. Study up, build an itinerary, and get outside.

• Tomorrow is Chicago Food Truck Fest, hosted by the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. Daley Plaza will be crawling with some of the best bites in the city. Get ready to chow down.

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