Put on your winter jacket or bundle up in your favorite blanket. This February, we have a wide array of events you can attend on those frigid Chicago winter nights. Whether you want to venture out or cozy up at home, we have options for you!
When: February 28th at 7:30PM
Where: Chicago Symphony Center
What: Kodo is a spectacular drumming group based on Sodo Island. This one of a kind experience will fill all your senses as you hear the beautiful tribute to the dramatic Japanese art of the taiko drumming style. Their enthusiastic presence surely will give you a night to remember.
National Margarita Weekend Bar Crawl
When: February 20th from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Wynwood Chicago
What: Get ready to celebrate national margarita weekend the right way. Check out the two different packages you can choose from to make your experience the best it can be!
Lunch Time Series Jazz Concert
When: February 18th from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: This event is virtual
What: Kick back and relax to the soothing sounds of vocalist Petra van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown through an hour of jazzy favorites. You can expect a common theme of dreamlike music that will whisk you away to an untroubled state.
When: February 21st and 22nd from 12:00PM – 2:00 AM
Where: DMEN Tap
What: Another celebration is in order for Malort Day. Two years ago, CH Distillery marked this momentous occasion by bringing Malort back to Chicago from its temporary residency in Florida. Celebrate the day with them by tasting some Malort and receiving some other special goodies.
Chicago’s Uptown Theaters & the Fear of Being “Cheap”
When: February 21st at 4:00 PM
Where: Facebook Live
What: Join this #10MinTour for an interesting online walk through Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood all the way to what used to be the Lakeside Theater. On this tour, you’ll see “cheap” movie houses and learn a little bit about their history as well as stopping by some other spots where some TV show history resides .
The Fabulously Funny Comedy Festival
When: February 26th from 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: The Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival
What: Get ready to laugh all night long at the largest sketch comedy festival in the nation. You’ll be sure to leave with a smile on your face and a memory that will last forever.
Get your tickets to one or even a couple of these upcoming events soon, and have something to look forward to! With events like these, Chicago really can be a winter wonderland.
Written By: Natalie Kokaska