Leela James & Daley at House of Blues

House of Blues 329 N Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Check out our quick, punchy interview with Daley here. From House of Blues: Room: Music Hall Door Time: 6:30 PM Support:  Daley VIP Services: Upgrade to the ultimate VIP experiences for priority access, premium menu and spirits, personal service and more. Details and reservations here. Admission Type: All tickets are STANDING ROOM ONLY. If you’re…

$30

The Smiths & Morrissey TRIBUTE NIGHT at Punch House

Punch House 1227 W. 18th St, Chicago, IL, United States

From Punch House's Facebook: Every 3rd Tuesday night. Dedicated to the musical legacy of The Smiths & Morrissey. All night long at Punch House. DJ's Benny (Analog Signals) & Niko Doing it all over. Come enjoy a mostly vinyl set. rsvp here to win a free caraffe of punch. http://do312.com/events/2017/4/18/the-smiths-morrissey-tribute-night free as always

FREE

South Side Salsa at The Promontory

The Promontory 5311 S. Lake Park Avenue West, Chicago, IL, United States

From The Promontory: WED APR 19 2017 7:00 PM (6:30 PM DOORS) South Side Salsa presented by U of C Ballroom & Latin Dance Association & WHPK El Caobo Free The University of Chicago's  Ballroom and Latin Dance Association in association with the WHPK International Format and El Caobo Internacial present Southside Salsa. Experts, beginners, and…

FREE

Adler After Dark

Adler Planetarium 1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

From Adler Planetarium: WHAT IS ADLER AFTER DARK? Exclusively for adults 21+, this evening offers you open access, unlimited shows, and unique entertainment every third Thursday of the month from 6:00–10:00 pm (Summer hours, May-August: 6:30–10:30 pm.)  With themes that change every month, Adler After Dark is never the same event twice. Reinvent your Adler experience every month with friends,…

$20

JAMES BEARD EATS WEEK

From Choose Chicago: April 21 - May 1, 2017 Celebrate James Beard and Chicago’s vibrant culinary scene with a week of exclusive restaurant menus and dishes inspired by James Beard's American Classic recipes. Nearly 100 top Chicago restaurants will honor the man known as the "Dean of American cookery" through their food. Join them during…

Sidewalk Chalk Performs Kanye West’s The College Dropout LIVE

Untitled Supper Club 111 W Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL, United States

File this under too curious to resist... From Untitled's Facebook: Sidewalk Chalk perform Kanye West's "The College Dropout" in its entirety from 8-11pm in our main lounge. For dinner tables for the show please contact 312.880.1511 It's hard to believe a then-unknown Kanye West's debut was released thirteen years ago. Today he may be more…

FREE

Wedding Band Weekend at Razny Jewelers

Razny Jewelers 1501 W. Lake St, Addison, IL, United States

So, you're not a bride-to-be? So what. Do you love free booze, free makeup, free diamonds, watches, photo booths complete with those topical speech bubbles on a stick? Razny Jewelers' first annual Wedding Band Weekend is full of raffles and prizes actually worth the time it takes to complete a ballot. From Razny Jewelers: Congratulations…

FREE

Wild Belle

Metro 3730 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

“I was curious to see how the band’s second album, Dreamland, which feels like it’d be at home resonating inside an indoor arena or floating off into the night sky at an outdoor venue, would sound inside Metro’s club-like setting. Yet, despite the layers of this album, it’s Natalie Bergman’s songwriting and vocals that keeps…

$39

Marsha Ambrosius & Eric Benet

Metro 3730 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Multi-Grammy® nominated musician Marsha Ambrosius knows a little something about writing great songs. Whether it’s as one half of Floetry, on her chart-topping solo debut Late Nights & Early Mornings or her career as an acclaimed songwriter /producer, her observations on love and life paired with her soulful and honest vocals flip the personal into…

$35

Chicago Margarita Festival

South Shore Cultural Center & Beach 7059 South South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

The theme will be live Latin Congo and Island sounds with a touch of classic Chicago House sounds. And a twist of fusion embracing an embellishing the island feel. \\COST OF ADMISSION Admission is free for members of the US Armed Services. (Official ID Required) General Admission $15 (early admission) VIP Admission $65  (early admission)  \\WHAT…

$5 – $65