Not sure about you, but it feels pretty amazing to be sending you this newsletter, and it’s not even pitch black outside. Chicago sunsets are officially after 7pm now. This is not a drill! You better go run outside and bask in this sun….after you finish reading the newsletter.

Today’s giveaway is Forever Mine Fest, making its debut this year in Union Park, and they’re bringing Y2K beats from all over the house and R&B world to the city. They’ve got art. They’ve got photobooths. They’ve got drinks. We’ve got free VIP passses.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• The Pussycat Dolls are back, and it’s time to party. We’re hosting The Pussycat Dolls Y2Kabaret at Sidetrack tomorrow. Slide through for drag, burlesque, and DJ performances that would make our girls proud. RSVP for free entry and a drink.*

• “What’s Up Fool?” Stand-up comedian Felipe Esparza is what’s up. He’s hitting Rosemont Theatre this April, and we’ve got a free pair of tickets to give away to his At My Leisure Tour. Enter to win.*

• The Salt Shed is just lining them up and knocking them down with one crazy announcement after another. First up is Bleachers on June 5th, followed by Ella Mai on July 10th, then NEEDTOBREATHE on August 27th, before Two Door Cinema Club on September 24th.

• CIVL Fest’s wave three lineup just dropped with a variety of shows at 11 different venues. Check it out.

• Plus other just announced shows from St. Vincent, Of Montreal, Alabama Shakes, Paul Simon, Ray Lamontagne, July Collins, Jesca Hoop, Billy Idol, Brandi Carlile, Labrith, Rod Stewart, Rawayana, and more!

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

We here at Do312 work tirelessly to bring you and a friend the chance to see shows around the city, completely for free. We know, we’re the best. Here are some giveaways you can’t miss.

• SAT. - RUPAUL (DJ SET) at THE RAVE / EAGLES CLUB

• 03.28 - INDIANA JONES AND THE RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK IN CONCERT at THE AUDITORIUM

• 05.20 - SPAMALOT at CIBC THEATRE

• 05.24 - WARM LOVE COOL DREAMS at THE SALT SHED

• 10.08 - GORILLAZ at UNITED CENTER

THINGS TO CHECK OUT

LOCALS ONLY

• If you’re like me and stood in line at the polling station for an hour and a half because you waited until the last minute to vote in the primaries, find out where your nearest early voting station is for voting in the general election.

• Now through April 26th, Spring Into WNDR at Chicago’s very own WNDR Museum. The seasonal celebration will feature a variety of family-friendly activities. See what’s in store.

• The Dandy Crown’s Secret Garden returns Friday and will run through May 10th. Botanical and floral-themed sips await.

• Head to Sunda New Asian for a hands-on Sushi Rolling Class on April 4th. Try your hand at (delicious) craft.

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