Things to Do
Things to Do
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CHICAGO’S
Cubs Convention After an epic year, it’s no wonder the annual Cubs Convention sold out. If you managed to snag a ticket, keep the Cubs love going downtown. Meet players, coaches and alumni and attend Q&As. Sheraton Chicago Hotel, 301 E North Water St (800-325-3535,
chicago.cubs.mlb .com). Jan 15–17; $70.
Donut Fest No question about it: Chicago’s doughnut game is on point, and we don’t know why it took so long to celebrate our city’s rich, round offerings. After two successful years, Donut Fest returns to Chop Shop, where local vendors will supply sinful treats. Chop Shop, 2033 W North Ave (
donutfest.com/chicago). Jan 31; time and price TBA.
IKC Dog Show It’s out of the way, but who can resist the pomp, the circumstance or the oodles and oodles of doggies at the International Kennel Club Dog Show? Watch perfectly groomed pooches prance around the arena competing for top titles. Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E Peterson Rd, Grayslake, IL (
ikcdogshow.com). Jan 31 8am– 5pm; price TBA.
Restaurant Week Don’t let the name fool you: This citywide dining event spans a full fortnight as more than 250 Chicago restaurants offer mouthwatering prix-fixe meals where you can eat like a king at a price most can swing. Drinks, taxes and tips are not included, but trust us, you won’t be disappointed. Various locations (choosechicago .com). Jan 30–Feb 12; $22–$44.
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Winter Brew Beer fests are few and far between in winter, but the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and Square Kegs Home Brew Club keep our frosty glasses full in the frigid heart of the season. Location TBA (
lincolnsquareravenswood.org). Jan 30 2–5pm, 7–10pm; price TBA.
February
The Chicago History Museum gratefully acknowledges the support of the Chicago Park District on behalf of the people of Chicago.
Botanic Garden Orchid Show Your garden might be frozen, but orchids are in full bloom at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Regenstein Center. Explore the greenhouses and gallery with more
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than 10,000 blossoming orchids and hybrids. Get your own plants to take home at the Orchid Marketplace on weekends. 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL (847- 835-5440,
chicagobotanic.org/ orchid). Feb 13–Mar 13 10am– 4pm; $10, members $8.
Chicago Auto Show Get ready to shift to the next gear, motorheads: the Chicago Auto Show is back to showcase nearly 1,000 vehicles and the newest accessories and technology. Ogle competition vehicles and collectors’ cars, and explore auto-themed exhibits. McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore Dr (
chicaogautoshow.com). Feb 14–21 9am–10pm, Feb 22 9am–8pm. $12 kids, $6 seniors.
The College Improv Tournament For years, college improv teams across the U.S. have competed to get to the Chicago showdown. Last year, 136 teams squared off for the
title.ComedySportz Chicago, 929 W Belmont Ave (773- 549-8080, comedysportzchicago .com). Feb 20, 21 various times; $10 preliminary match, $15 finals match.
Cupid’s Undie Run Strip down for a cause at this sexy V-Day run. Participants raise funds for the Children’s Tumor Foundation (2015 events raised more than $3.5 million). John Barleycorn, 3524 N Clark St (cupidsundierun .com). Feb 13 at noon. $40–$55.
FREE 2nd Floor Rear: We are Here The indie arts crawl heads to Pilsen for its fifth year with intimate pieces by local artists. Move through multimedia works on this year’s theme, which explores the relationship between place and people. Various locations and times (
2ndfloorrear.org). Feb 6, 7.
Sing, America! Harris Theater hosts acclaimed mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe for a show of pop standards like “Oh, You Beautiful Doll,” and “By the Beautiful Sea.” Bring a date for an early Valentine’s Day sing-along, or go solo to liven up winter with Blythe’s incredible vocal talent. Harris Theater, 205 E Randolph Dr (312- 334-7777, harristheaterchicago .org). Feb 9 at 7:30pm. $35–$125.
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