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Daily Email - Wednesday - 6/16/2025
Grant Park turns into a euphoric wormhole on June 27th and 28th with Disclosure (DJ Set), Arca (DJ Set), James Blake (DJ Set) and more. All Of Us Festival is for the heads only. Enter now to win a pair of tickets!*
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NASCAR tears through downtown Chicago on July 5th–6th. Grant Park turns into a blur of beer, engines, and chaos. Wanna go? Tickets are almost gone—enter now for your chance to win a pair before it’s too late.*
Malt Row on Damen is a special summer event where you can sample locally crafted beer, spirits, and wine while exploring Damen Avenue’s unique mix of shops and galleries. Buy tickets now for June 25th.*
The legend himself (get it?) John Legend is playing two shows at Ravinia Festival on August 23rd and 24th! Get tickets!
Tickets for Ava Max’s Don’t Click Play Tour go on sale Friday! October 4th at Huntington Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island - be there!
Plus, Cowboy Mouth, Josh Ritter, The Roots, Donna the Buffalo, and more just announced shows!
WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY
Who doesn’t like to win stuff? We have literally hundreds of giveaways on our giveaway page - from experiences to concert tickets. What’s there to lose?
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ON THE WAY
🍹 Margarita Fest
Thursday, June 26th at North Ave Beach
Sip your way through endless margarita madness at North Ave Beach’s Margarita Fest on June 26! Three hours, all the tequila vibes, and beachside pours—this is your ultimate boozy summer escape. Win tickets here.*
🎉 Juneteenth Events
Chicago’s Juneteenth lineup is a cultural mixtape: pop-up markets, BBQ & block parties, poetry, R&B throwbacks, yacht cruises, soul food—take your pick. It’s history meets hangout and a reminder that freedom is always worth a proper party.*
🏆 Be on the Leaderboard!
All Summer at Dave & Buster’s
Score big at Dave & Buster’s this summer! Track your wins in real-time on games like Top Gun: Maverick and Super Bikes 3. Join D&B Rewards, claim your Play ID, and compete for epic prizes including a VIP NASCAR experience or even a brand-new car.*
🎶 Winnetka Music Festival
Friday & Saturday in Downtown Winnetka
The countdown to Winnetka Music Festival is on. The Revivalists headline on June 20th and Cold War Kids take over on June 21st. Limited tickets are available so act fast to secure yours now.*
🎤 James Arthur
Tomorrow at The Salt Shed
Think X Factor flair meets stadium-ready swagger. James Arthur’s belting his way through Chicago. If you’ve got lungs, bring ‘em—he’ll fuel ‘em.*
FEATURED SPOTLIGHT
 | Craft Brews at the zoo!Join us Saturday, June 28th at the beautiful Lincoln Park Zoo for Craft Brews, Chicago’s favorite summer beer fest! Sample 100+ craft beers from the region’s top breweries, explore the zoo after hours, and enjoy live music in a one-of-a-kind setting. Whether you're a seasoned hop head or just love a good summer vibe, this is the event you won't want to miss. |
LOCALS ONLY
The weather may get a little crazy this week - stay dry!
Tomorrow is a holiday! Make sure you know what’s open and what’s not - it’s maybe not the day for errands…
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Experimental Pop Takeover @ Lincoln Hall
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Funky Thai Drumming @ SPACE
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