The Real Chicago

Top Menu

  • Home
  • E-newsletter
  • Contact

Main Menu

  • Home
  • The Big City Blog
  • General Features
  • Around Town
    • First Look – Reviews
    • Hidden Gems
    • Inside Scoop
  • Eat. Drink. Shop.
    • Good Eats
    • Signature Dishes
    • A Round of Drinks
    • Shop Around the Corner
  • The Local Angle
    • Chicago Insider
    • The Local Corner
    • My Chicago
  • Interviews
  • Forum
Sign in / Join

Login

Welcome! Login in to your account
Lost your password?

Lost Password

Back to login
  • Home
  • E-newsletter
  • Contact

logo

Header Banner

The Real Chicago

  • Home
  • The Big City Blog
  • General Features
  • Around Town
    • First Look – Reviews
    • Hidden Gems
    • Inside Scoop
  • Eat. Drink. Shop.
    • Good Eats
    • Signature Dishes
    • A Round of Drinks
    • Shop Around the Corner
  • The Local Angle
    • Chicago Insider
    • The Local Corner
    • My Chicago
  • Interviews
  • Forum
  • Chicago’s hidden gems: Kiss Kiss Cabaret, Unabridged Bookstore, Lulu Belle’s Pancake House and TNT at The Annoyance

  • New on the scene: Recapping recent restaurant and bar openings in Chicago

  • The Big City Blog: A Chicago summer bucket list

  • Outdoor drinking: A guide to some of our favorite beer gardens and rooftops in Chicago

  • A day at the museum: Exploring the iconic Field Museum in Chicago

OldThe Big City Blog
Home›Old›The Big City Blog: Chefs on the Grill tasting event, Grant Park Music Festival, Pride Fest at Kit Kat and more

The Big City Blog: Chefs on the Grill tasting event, Grant Park Music Festival, Pride Fest at Kit Kat and more

By TheRealChicagoOnline
June 13, 2014
467
0
Share:

Your ads will be inserted here by

Easy Ads.

Please go to the plugin admin page to set up your ad code.

Chefs on the Grill from above

Upcoming events around Chicago you should know about

By Clare Edlund

Seventh annual “Chefs on the Grill” at Millennium Park Plaza
Thursday, June 18 from 5:30-9 p.m.
11 North Michigan Ave.
www.ParkGrillChicago.com
Watch local chefs from Taco Joint, Park Grill, Frontier, The Gage and many more compete by creating their own grilled dish and paired cocktail. You, the voter, will get to sample each dish and determine the winner. Ticket price includes unlimited food tastings, cocktail sampling, craft brews, live music and one raffle ticket for prizes such as restaurant gift cards, hotel stays, spa packages, museum passes, event tickets and more. Raffle proceeds benefit the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s ProStart Program for high school students interested in culinary arts. Tickets are $100 in advance, $120 at the door.

80th season of the Grant Park Music Festival
June 11-Aug. 16
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
www.Gpmf.org
Classical concerts will be performed on select evenings in Grant Park, featuring pianists, symphonies, the Grant Park Chorus and more. A free event unless you’re looking for reserved group seating.

Pride Fest weekend at Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
June 21-22 from 11 a.m.–2 a.m.
3700 N. Halsted
www.KitKatChicago.com
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club is hosting a circus-themed party in conjunction with Pride Fest weekend. There will be a plethora of performances to look forward to, such as fire twirling, juggling, acrobats and a male fashion underwear show, as well as Pride martinis such as the cherry bomb and kitty glamour.

Summer Solstice party at Lottie’s Pub and the Pony
Saturday, June 21 from 5-7 p.m.
Lotties Pub: 1925 W. Cortland
www.LottiesPub.com
The Pony: 1638 W. Belmont
www.ThePonyChicago.com
Head to Lottie’s on the first day of summer for a sunny party on the patio and plenty of specials. Grab a $20 Mexican bucket comprised of Corona Light, Pacifico and Tecate or $5 Stoli and lemonades in mason jars and Stoli brand sampling.

The Pony offers similar specials during the Summer Solstice: $9 pizzas, $5 Stoli lemonades, $4 Stoli hot shots, $20 Mexican beer buckets with Corona, Corona Light, Pacifico and Negro Modela.

Your ads will be inserted here by

Easy Ads.

Please go to the plugin admin page to set up your ad code.

Birds of a Feather beer tapping and music event at Links Taproom
June 24 at 7 p.m.
1559 N. Milwaukee Ave
www.LinksTapRoom.com
Come and listen to the debut of Phish’s new record, Fuego on vinyl. This event is named after the song from Phish’s 1998 album, Story of Ghost and a pun for the feathers of a goose from Chicago’s famous Goose Island beer, which will also be served in many varieties.

Fantatics Authentic Sports Spectacular
June 27-29
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
5555 N. River Road in Rosemont
www.FanaticsAuthenticShows.com
Sports fans of all ages are invited to the premiere collector’s event in Chicagoland this summer. The Fanatics Authentic Sports Spectacular features autograph sessions, photo opportunities and meet-and-greets with more than 50 sports superstars. Fans can also enjoy opportunities to see and purchase rare and collectible memorabilia from more than 200 vendors.

National Ceviche Day at Nacional 27
June 28 from 5:30 p.m.-midnight
325 W. Huron
www.N27Chicago.com
In celebration of National Ceviche Day, Nacional 27 promises a special menu and complimentary ceviche from 5-7 p.m. Specials on the menu will include rainbow octopus, chipotle salmon, lobster citrus and ahi tuna with watermelon — all for under $11.

“Fridays at Five” at Nacional 27 Tacos
Fridays from 5-7 p.m.
325 W. Huron
www.N27Chicago.com
Kick your weekend off with half-off margaritas and tapas and a live DJ spinning salsa and Latin dance beats. Try the BBQ lamb tacos. You won’t be disappointed.

React Presents’ official Lollapalooza after-parties
July 31-Aug. 2
Concord Music Hall
2047 N. Milwaukee Ave
www.ClubTix.com
If you missed out on Lollapalooza tickets or just want to be part of the after-concert madness, tickets are on sale now for shows at the new Concord Music Hall. Performing artists will include Skrillex, Disclosure, Duke Dumont, Flume, Glitch Mob, Gramatik, Martin Garrix, Rudimental and many more.

Your ads will be inserted here by

Easy Ads.

Please go to the plugin admin page to set up your ad code.

TagsBirds of a FeatherChefs on the GrillChicago Pride FestConcord Music HallFantatics Authentic Sports SpectacularGoose IslandGrant Park Music FestivalKit Kat ChicagoLollapaloozaMillennium ParkNacional 27React Presents
Previous Article

New on the scene: Plenty of new ...

Next Article

First Look review: Earth Explorers exhibit at ...

0
Shares
  • 0
  • +
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

TheRealChicagoOnline

Related articles More from author

  • The Big City Blog

    The Big City Blog: Seven ways to experience the holiday season in Chicago this December

    December 1, 2015
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
  • The Big City Blog

    The Big City Blog: Berkshire Room and Kit Kat parties, ACTIVATE, Nerd Comedy Fest and Shakespeare in the parks

    July 14, 2015
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
  • Around TownGeneral Features

    Relationship rejuvenation: Try these unique ideas for adding some romance and fun

    January 1, 2013
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
  • The Big City Blog

    The Big City Blog: Maggie Daley Park ice skating, Sketch Comedy Festival and the Chicago Travel & Adventure Show

    January 10, 2015
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
  • OldThe Big City Blog

    The Big City Blog: Oscar parties, Fat Tuesday and networking events, Chicago WingFest winners, bar openings and great deals

    February 27, 2014
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
  • The Big City Blog

    The Big City Blog: Scoping out some of Chicago’s best fall color destinations

    October 3, 2018
    By TheRealChicagoOnline

You might be interested

  • Around TownGeneral Features

    Chicago’s best burgers: Everyone loves a good burger. Here are some of the city’s top options

  • Around TownGeneral Features

    Tastebud Tours: A walking tour of Chicago that includes generous portions of the city’s best grub? Count us in

  • Around TownHidden Gems

    Hidden gems: Pequod’s pizza, Bottle & Bottega art parties and a Wrigleyville newcomer

  • LATEST REVIEWS

  • TOP REVIEWS

Timeline

  • November 11, 2021

    Inside Scoop: Massive FoBAB beer festival returns to Chicago this weekend, Nov. 12-13

  • July 31, 2019

    Chicago Insider Etienne Padin on obscure museums, shopping in Andersonville and dining at Maple & Ash

  • July 30, 2019

    First Look review: CMX CineBistro provides a fun, fresh take on the luxury dine-in theater experience

  • July 28, 2019

    Finger lickin’ good: Six trusted Chicago spots for a stellar barbecue experience

  • July 25, 2019

    The Big City Blog: Four Friday Night Flights beer tastings remain this summer, including July 26 in Ravenswood

Latest Comments

  • The 14 Best Fireplaces in Chicago | UrbanMatter
    on
    October 11, 2017
    […] Photo Credit: The Real Chicago […]

    Cozy on up: We asked active Chicagoans for their favorite spots to warm up in the ...

  • Why You Should Visit a Museum | FreeForAll.org
    on
    January 16, 2017
    […] Photo Credit: Therealchicago   […]

    It’s cold out there: A few spots to warm up this winter

  • Why You Should Visit a Museum – FreeForAll.org
    on
    October 23, 2016
    […] Photo Credit: Therealchicago   […]

    It’s cold out there: A few spots to warm up this winter

  • The Real Chicago – The Big City Blog: A very Chicago night on the town
    on
    May 31, 2016
    […] up was The Redhead Piano Bar for drinks and live music. I’ve said it before ...

    Friendly, unfussy, and serious about music: Hanging with Marshall Nelson from the Redhead Piano Bar

  • Scouting Logan Square: A Renewed Historical Neighborhood - The Annex, a blog by Casamatic
    on
    March 10, 2016
    […] (cover photo via The Real Chicago) […]

    The rise of Logan Square: Why this diverse area has quickly become one of Chicago’s hottest ...

Find us on Facebook

Originally launched in 2006, The Real Chicago — as a glossy entertainment magazine, website and email newsletter — has consistently provided the very best insider information, features and reviews to help both tourists and active locals get the most out of exploring the greatest city on Earth.
  • Latest Posts

  • Inside Scoop: Massive FoBAB beer festival returns to Chicago this weekend, Nov. 12-13

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    November 11, 2021
  • Chicago Insider Etienne Padin on obscure museums, shopping in Andersonville and dining at Maple & ...

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 31, 2019
  • First Look review: CMX CineBistro provides a fun, fresh take on the luxury dine-in theater ...

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 30, 2019

Photostream

    Follow us

    © Copyright The Real Chicago. All rights reserved.