Axios Chicago Weekender

October 31, 2024
😎 Happy Thursday! Moyo here with some ideas for the weekend. Let's go!
Today's newsletter is 900 words — a 3-minute read.
1 big thing: Stevie, Sarah Silverman and Tinder Live
Cuffing season and comedy sounds like the perfect combo for Lane Moore's critically acclaimed show, Tinder Live, which is celebrating 10 years.
What to expect: Moore scrolls through Tinder in front of the audience, asking them to help her find a romance or even a situationship by telling her to swipe right or keep scrolling.
- Saturday at 7:30pm at Park West in Lincoln Park.
Cost: Tickets start at $25
More things to do this weekend in Chicago
- Dance at an immersive music fest that encourages costumes based on the theme of "blasphemy." The concert is for ages 17 and up and will include a photo booth and more surprises.
- Thursday and Friday at 6pm at Thalia Hall in Pilsen.
Cost: Tickets start at $45
- Celebrate Day of the Dead at this two-day fiesta with a live DJ, traditional Mexican food, costume contests and sugar skull decorating.
- Saturday 7pm-midnight and Sunday 11am-4pm at Manchamanteles Restaurant in Bucktown.
- Laugh (and maybe cry a little) at a show the comedian says was largely inspired by the death of her parents.
- Saturday at 7pm at the Chicago Theatre.
Cost: Tickets start at $49.75
- Sing along with one of the world's most influential and beloved musicians for his "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart."
- Saturday at 8pm at the United Center.
Cost: Tickets start at $49.50
Editor's (Carrie) note: I hope Stevie plays one of my favorite songs ever!
- Cheer on the soon to be renamed NWSL team vs. Kansas City Current.
- Sunday at 2pm at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview.
Cost: Tickets start at $20
🍴 "An Ode To India" Tasting Menu
- Celebrate Diwali with a four-course dinner hosted by James Beard -nominated chef Sujan Sarkar at Middle Eastern restaurant Sifr.
- Sunday in River North.
Cost: Tickets start at $75
- Sign up to run a 5k, 10k, 15k or 2-mile walk and enjoy one of the sweetest swag bags — literally. Runners get hot chocolate, chocolate fondue and those Hot Chocolate Run hoodies they love to rock at the gym.
- Start times begin at 7:30am Sunday at Grant Park.
2. 👟 Moyo's Move: Climbing the Willis Tower
This Sunday evening, I may need an ice plunge after climbing 105 flights of stairs at the Willis (Sears) Tower.
- I'm doing SkyRise Chicago to raise funds and build awareness for the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, a rehabilitation center that helps patients with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and stroke.
My thought bubble: As a fitness and wellness enthusiast, I'm looking forward to this challenge. It will be a good way to give back, and soon I will be able to brag, "I've walked up the Willis Tower before!"
- For those who can't participate in person, you can join virtually by cycling 3.2 miles, walking or running 6,327 steps.
3. Presale: Tickets for upcoming shows
Tyler, the Creator's "CHROMAKOPIA" World Tour tickets go on sale at 10am Friday. The Grammy-Award winning rapper who headlined Lollapalooza this summer will perform on June 30 at the United Center.
- Cost: Tickets start at $98
The R&B Vibe Tour featuring Tyrese and Monica has been rescheduled from this Saturday to March 1 at Wintrust Arena and tickets are on sale now.
- Cost: Tickets start at $59
Justin Timberlake's Chicago show was originally scheduled for this week, but he's rescheduled the tour to next year. The new date is Feb. 14 at the United Center. So maybe the Valentine's gift you've been looking for?
- Cost: Tickets start at $57
Oasis has reunited (at least for now) and tickets are on sale now for their Aug. 28 show at Soldier Field.
- Cost: Tickets start at $166
4. 🍿 What we're watching
Here's what's new on Prime Video, Disney+ and Netflix.
What we're watching: A look inside the life of a rap star, the reboot of a hit Disney Channel series and a front-row seat to Olivia Rodrigo's world tour.
Worthy of your time: A roundup of horrors, thrillers and true crime titles to stream.
Max's pick of the week
"Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words" available now on Prime Video
State of play: GLAAD award nominee Nneka Onuorah directs this film that focuses on the Houston rapper's personal journey from becoming famous to dealing with the death of her mother and her highly publicized shooting in 2020.
Driving the news: Last Friday, the three-time Grammy winner released a deluxe edition of her self-titled album "Megan" that includes 13 additional tracks.
Don't miss these
"Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" available now on Disney+
The vibe: David Henrie will reprise the role of Justin Russo and star in this continuation of "Wizards of Waverly Place."
Behind the scenes: Selena Gomez is an executive producer along with Henrie and is slated to appear in the pilot episode.
"Olivia Rodrigo: Guts World Tour" available now on Netflix
The intrigue: The Grammy-winning pop superstar performs a set from her world tour at the recently opened Intuit Dome in Los Angeles in this new concert special.
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