Chicago - Daily Events List

July 21, 2012

SATURDAY

Headliners

1:15 pmRockstar Energy Mayhem Festival.
Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival featuring Motorhead, Slipknot, Slayer & Anthrax. First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre. (Arts - Concerts). 708-614-1616
8:00 pmCirque Du Soleil - Michael Jackson The Immortal.
A multi-media celebration of the artistry and spirit of Michael Jackson. United Center. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 312-943-7000

Festivals

11:00 am-
3:00 pm
A Shore Thing: Race to Mackinac Parade of Boats Viewing.
In partnership with Harris Bank and Michigan Avenue Magazine, Veuve Clicquot and Race to Mackinac gather at Navy Pier to view th… Navy Pier Chicago. (Festival - Parade). 312-595-PIER

The Arts

12:00 pmIgnite Chicago.
An evening of 5 minute talks on a variety of topics presented by a variety of speakers looking to ignite and inspire. The schedu… Alexian Field. (Performance). 847-891-2255
1:15 pmRockstar Energy Mayhem Festival.
Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival featuring Motorhead, Slipknot, Slayer & Anthrax. First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre. (Arts - Concerts). 708-614-1616
2:00 pmComedysportz4kidz.
A comedy show just for kids 9 and under! ComedySportz of Chicago. (Performance - Comedic). 773-549-8080
2:00 pmThe Year of the Dragon: Cirque Shanghai.
Year of the Dragon is a spectacle for audiences of all ages, featuring performers direct from China who are leaders in their cra… Pepsi Skyline Stage At Navy Pier. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 312-791-7437
2:00 pmRock of Ages.
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA's most famous rock club, they fell in love to the… Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. (Performance - Musical). 312-642-2000
3:00 pmDeath and Harry Houdini.
Join The House for the epic story of Harry Houdini and his life-long battle against Death. Chopin Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 773-278-1500
5:00 pmSaints & Sinners!.
Meet Mother Superior, her ruler is quick, her aim is right-on. She wants to know who in the audience is a saint and who are the… Royal George Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 312-988-9000
5:00 pmMillion Dollar Quartet.
A musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together four of the most legendary figures in the history o… Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100
5:00 pmThe 39 Steps.
A hit on Broadway and the West End, the thrilling comedy The 39 Steps is adapted from the 1935 Alfred Hitchcock film about Richa… Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center. (Performance - Theater). 630-530-8300
6:00 pmThe Year of the Dragon: Cirque Shanghai.
Year of the Dragon is a spectacle for audiences of all ages, featuring performers direct from China who are leaders in their cra… Pepsi Skyline Stage At Navy Pier. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 312-791-7437
7:30 pmDeath and Harry Houdini.
Join The House for the epic story of Harry Houdini and his life-long battle against Death. Chopin Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 773-278-1500
8:00 pmLate Night Catechism.
A religious comedy from playwrights Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan which features a nun played by Donovan explaining Catholicis… Royal George Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 773-348-4000
8:00 pmMillion Dollar Quartet.
A musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together four of the most legendary figures in the history o… Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100
8:00 pmThe Year of the Dragon: Cirque Shanghai.
Year of the Dragon is a spectacle for audiences of all ages, featuring performers direct from China who are leaders in their cra… Pepsi Skyline Stage At Navy Pier. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 312-791-7437
8:00 pmCirque Du Soleil - Michael Jackson The Immortal.
A multi-media celebration of the artistry and spirit of Michael Jackson. United Center. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 312-943-7000
8:00 pmRock of Ages.
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA's most famous rock club, they fell in love to the… Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. (Performance - Musical). 312-642-2000
8:30 pmThe 39 Steps.
A hit on Broadway and the West End, the thrilling comedy The 39 Steps is adapted from the 1935 Alfred Hitchcock film about Richa… Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center. (Performance - Theater). 630-530-8300

For Children

9:00 am-
12:00 pm
Open Play Days.
Corner Playroom is a Parent/Caregiver supervised indoor play place for kids ages 6 months to 5 years. My Corner Playroom. (Kids - Children's Activities). 773-388-2121
10:00 amStudio Drop In.
Each session will explore alternating math, science, and art-related projects that support a different learning theme each month. The DuPage Children's Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000
10:00 am-
9:00 pm
Smaland Crafts for Kids.
Children who are between the heights of 37-54" and potty-trained are welcome to spend up to an hour in Smaland, IKEA's FREE, sup… IKEA. (Kids - Children's Activities). 5-
10:00 amPinkalicious.
Musical based on the popular book by Elizabeth and Victoria Kann - Pinkalicious eats one too many pink cupcakes, she catches a c… Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. (Kids Theater). 312-642-2000
10:00 am-
3:00 pm
Family Fun Festival presented by Target.
Join the fun all summer long under the tent at Chase Promenade North, with interactive activities and musical games for kids of… Millennium Park. (Kids - Children's Activities). 312-742-5222
11:00 amKid's Storytime at Deerfield's Borders.
A weekly storytime event featuring the latest and greatest children's stories. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 847-559-1999
11:00 am-
12:00 pm
Storytime at Azizi for Kids!.
Join us for Storytime Hour featuring selections from our diverse Children's Books category. Children of all ages are welcome. Azizi Books. (Kids - Children's Activities). 708-283-9850
1:00 pmKid's Storytime at Deerfield's Borders.
A weekly storytime event featuring the latest and greatest children's stories. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 847-559-1999
1:00 pmStudio Drop In.
Each session will explore alternating math, science, and art-related projects that support a different learning theme each month. The DuPage Children's Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000

Business

8:00 am-
6:00 pm
Brand and Bloggers Summit '12.
It's all about making the right connections! Bloggers and brands know the value in working with one another but finding the righ… Hard Rock Hotel. (Business - Convention / Expo). 312-345-1000

Community

6:00 am-
7:30 am
Silent Sitting.
The thoughts and feelings that might arise during the silent sitting are simply to be allowed to pass by without engaging oursel… Inner Metamorphosis University - IMU. (Community - Self Help). 773-262-1468
9:00 am-
5:00 pm
Sidewalk Sale.
The Sidewalk Sale promises to provide fun, food, and fantastic savings for shoppers. Local retailers will display a wide range o… Chicago Metro Area. (Community). 847-446-4451
10:00 am-
1:00 pm
Being a Chef: Olive Oil Pairing.
Here's a chance to compare olive oils and explore how they enhance food flavors. Class members will prepare a salad with marinat… Alliance Francaise de Chicago. (Community - Cooking Class). 312-337-1070
10:00 am-
11:00 am
Chinatwon Walking Tour.
One-hour Chinatown walking tour. See landmarks like the Chinatown Gate, On-Leong Merchants Association Building (old Chinatown C… Chicago Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 312-842-1988
10:00 am-
9:00 pm
Soma Intimates: Giving is Beautiful Bra-Drive.
Soma Intimates "Giving is Beautiful" Bra Donation, is a nationwide charity initiative to collect new and gently used bras for wo… Water Tower Place. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit).
12:00 pm-
6:00 pm
CubCrawl V - Benefiting The Boom Foundation.
Watch the Cubs take on the Cardinals for a cause. Start out at one of two bars and then visit a different bar for each inning. 9… Chicago Metro Area. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 312-835-3555
 Judy Istock Butterfly Haven.
The Judy Istock Butterfly Haven features a kaleidoscope of butterflies with 75 species from around the world. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
 River Works.
Splash through this waterplay experience and learn about Chicago's waterways and how they support plants, animals, and humans. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
 Mysteries of the Marsh.
Explore the variety of local wetlands and the creatures that live there and find out why these increasingly scarce species are s… Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
 Wilderness Walk.
Three meticulously re-created environments in Wilderness Walk immerse visitors in a prairie, savanna, and dune complete with tru… Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
 Hands-on Habitat.
Hands-on Habitat invites budding naturalists (ages 3 - 7) to explore the secret world of animal homes. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
 The Extreme Green House.
The Extreme Green House explains how our homes are linked to nature and offers recycling tips. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
 Istock Family Look-in Animal Lab.
A detailed look at our native wetlands and their residents. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
 Let Loose on Lincoln.
In conjunction with the Winnetka-Northfield Sidewalk Sale. There will be a classic car show featuring 25 vintage and classic ca… Chicago Metro Area. (Community). 847-446-4451

Health & Fitness

1:00 pmCheer Fitness: A Cheerleading/Dance Fusion Aerobics Class.
Burn fat, melt inches, and tone your body while learning exciting cheer and dance choreography. 5-week progressive class beginn… Studio L'amour. (Health & Fitness). 773-875-8478

Nightlife

4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Dating for Nerds.
If your romantic life is in need of rescue, discover the power of love with other smarties at a superhero themed singles mixer.… Atlantic Bar & Grill. (Nightlife - Singles). 855-637-3568
8:00 pmBye Bye Liver: The Chicago Drinking Play.
Outrageous interactive comedy revolving around the joys and pitfalls of boozing in the windy city. Yep, it's just as fun as it… Pub Theater at Fizz Bar. (Nightlife - Comedy). 773-904-8777
10:00 pmBye Bye Liver: The Chicago Drinking Play.
Outrageous interactive comedy revolving around the joys and pitfalls of boozing in the windy city. Yep, it's just as fun as it… Pub Theater at Fizz Bar. (Nightlife - Comedy). 773-904-8777
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