Feb 27, 2025 - Things to Do
Chicago’s must-see weekend highlights
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- Listen to live jazz, as well as panel discussions and book readings. Performers include Chicago Soul Jazz Collective, Bethany Pickens and many more.
- Friday noon-7:30pm at the Fine Arts Building on Michigan Ave.
Cost: Free
- Settle in and travel to the Emerald Isle through a collection of Irish independent films.
- Today through March 9 both online and at select AMC Theaters.
Cost: Streaming passes start at $30; prices vary on theater screenings.
- Explore fine artwork and support local vendors as the Chicago Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, a historically Black sorority, hosts an evening of art and networking.
- Friday 6-8pm and Saturday noon-7pm at D'Estee in Bronzeville.
Cost: Free
- Catch new performances and mingle with dancers at the theatre's special gala performance.
- Saturday 2-3:30pm at the Den Theatre in Wicker Park.
Cost: Tickets start at $151
- Laugh along with some big names like Lavell Crawford and Finesse Mitchell at the comedy tour's Chicago stop.
- Saturday 8pm at the Arie Crown Theater on Motor Row.
If you go: Chicago radio personalities Leon Rogers and Zach Boog are also expected to take the stage.
Cost: Tickets start at $59
- Dance and celebrate with Chicago Samba as they perform authentic Brazilian music and celebrate Mardi Gras.
- Saturday 4-5pm at The Aon Grand Ballroom in Navy Pier and 9pm at Logan Square Auditorium.
Cost: Tickets start at $25
- Savor 12 different wines as you stroll through restaurants and designated stops.
- Sunday noon-5pm. Starts at Sullivan's Steakhouse in Naperville.
Cost: Tickets start at $55