HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD TOUR 20% Off Tickets

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HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD TOUR 

Tickets are now on sale! 

Save up to 20% with Promo Code: USFAM 

Here at ChiIL Mama, we're pleased to partner up once again with US Family Guide and The Harlem Globetrotters on a sponsored post. Make some family memories at a great discount. GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD TOUR is bringing world-class basketball showmanship to arenas all over the U.S. https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/world-tour/schedule

The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike's is coming with game like never before! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world\'s winningest team! In 2023, every fan is getting in on this action...that means YOU, so get ready! It's GLOBETROTTER game time! HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD TOUR Tickets are now on sale! 

Save up to 20% with Promo Code: USFAM 

Bringing world-class basketball showmanship to arenas all over the U.S.  https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/world-tour/schedule

(Discount valid on tickets purchased at least One Week Prior to Game Date)

My daughter, Sage will be checking out their world tour on New Years Eve in Milwaukee, WI at the Fiserv Forum. They're playing a double that day at 1pm and 6pm. Check back with ChiIL Mama soon, for her recap and photo feature.

Disclosure: I have been compensated for sharing this discount and tour information with my readers. As always, all opinions are my own.

Chicago's Otherworld Theatre Brings Interactive Fun to a Holiday Classic, a One Shot LARP Original, and a Star Trek Inspired Farce

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REALM OF THE NUTCRACKER KING; 

An Immersive Holiday Fairytale, 

Tales From The Wandering Wyvern Inn, and 

Starship Edsel 

REALM OF THE NUTCRACKER KING 

An Immersive Holiday Fairytale 

Based on the Christmas fairy tale by Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffman, you are the Nutcracker King’s esteemed guest and invited to sample from the Realm’s finest delights with a variety of beverages and delectable treats. However, be on the lookout for the Rat King! Who knows what nefarious plot they may be planning. Filled with character actors, puppetry, and dancing, REALM OF THE NUTCRACKER KING; An Immersive Holiday Fairytale runs December 16, 2022 - January 8, 2023 at Otherworld Theatre (3914 N. Clark St.).

Come along a 90-minute journey and step into the enchanted Realm of the Nutcracker King. This theatrical adventure is brought to life by the imagineering team behind Otherworld Theatre, the premier Science Fiction and Fantasy venue based in Chicago. 

You're invited as the Nutcracker King's esteemed guest, a specially selected mortal whose imagination is big enough to dream the imaginative world of the sugar plum fairies. You'll be invited to sample from the Realm's finest delights in a variety of beverages and delectable treats. 

Join us for a theatrical, immersive experience that will take you into a world of holiday magic!

ACROSS 90s MINUTES YOU WILL

• Enjoy a themed beverage, cocktails and mocktails abound!

• Participate in immersive storytelling, character actors, puppetry and dancing

• Undermine the sinister plot of The Rat King

• Capture photos with the actors and immersive environment

Showtimes available: Fridays at 7 and 9 p.m., Saturdays at 3, 5:30, and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 and 4:30 p.m.

For more information, visit https://www.otherworldtheatre.org.

Now Playing Through January 8, 2023

Tales From The Wandering Wyvern Inn

Rumors abound about the quaint tavern, nestled quietly at the foothills of the Alden's Gate Mountains. It is the first stop for many who make the pilgrimage up to Heightswatch. The tavern itself seems unassuming - without the smoke stack you might even miss the structure. However, at night, there is no mistaking the glow from a single orb that beckons travelers to it's doors. As you approach, you see the famed Wyvern himself to greet you, holding his magical sphere and whispering through the winter wind that you should come inside for at least the night.

WELCOME TO AMELOR

From the critically acclaimed creators of immersive experiences and Moonrise LARP Games comes a 90 minute high fantasy adventure. Transport yourself to the lowly tavern of The Wandering Wyvern Inn and uncover the mysteries that lie within. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

• A hybrid between LARP, Escape Room, and Immersive Theatre

• Grab a quest off the wall - an adventure awaits! Be an mage outlaw, a Strykarrian assassin on the job, a Druid on a quest to find the life saving antidote for your feverish friend - and more! The Quest Board changes daily.

• Walk into a full realized fantasy setting. Explore the tavern of the Wandering Wyvern Inn

• Actors lead you on your quest! NPCs are in the room with you and your adventuring party throughout your experience.

• Fantasy dress up is strongly encouraged!

• An intimate experience of no more than 5 Players at one time.

• A mystery unfolds over the course of 90 minutes

• A tasty beverage is included in your ticket! From cocktails, mocktails, and ale - we have something for every adventurer to enjoy!

Expect a brief onboarding to go over rules and consent mechanics before the experience begins.

DON'T BE LATE! Due to the nature of this experience, we cannot accept late patrons as it disturbs the actors and patrons. We ask you arrive 10 minutes before your time slot. Due to the nature of the event, there are no refunds.

Now playing through Jan 29, 2023

Starship Edsel 

Starship Edsel is a Star Trek inspired farce set aboard the Federation Starship Edsel towards the end of the 24th century. It is based upon a LARP written and developed by Brandon Brylawski, who is also a producer and head writer on this show.

The Edsel is a cruiser, Edsel class (the only one), largely regarded as a failure in ship design. Somehow, serious flaws in architecture and engineering were not caught until the prototype ship was completed. From its launch, it has been plagued with mechanical and operational problems that have played havoc with its fitness and combat-readiness, to the point where it became the butt of jokes throughout Starfleet. Soon it had become a dumping ground for personnel who were considered too disruptive or incompetent for front-line service, but who had not done anything sufficiently egregious to warrant being discharged. Eventually, Starfleet Command sent down an order to retire the embarrassing vessel, to the relief of all involved. But it was not to be. At the last moment, the Federation Council countermanded the directive: a political use had been found for the vessel. The Edsel's new continuing mission:

To stay in permanent parking orbit around the vacation planet of Atlantis

To deal with vapid and overbearing VIPs

To boldly give tours of an "Authentic Federation Starship"!

Starship Edsel is an improvised farce. Dialogue is improvised with characters and story arcs "lovingly" crafted in advance.

Directed by Jack Bronis

Created and Written by Brandon Brylawski

with additional writing by Eric Scull

Starring:

Jen Connor as Captain Lilith Hardstone

Kelsey Blackwell as Lieutenant Co'Ay

Brandon Drap as Ensign Dan Gianutore

Matthew Kawa as Lieutenant T'Pang Gah

Laura Ann Parry as Lt. Commander Tracey Beamer

Carlos Rivera as Counselor J'Errrs'q

Janice Rumschlag as Lieutenant Amalda

Judson Russell as "Doctor" Croup

Bernadette Santos Schwegel as Cadet Cornelia "Corn" Hardstone

Dylan Schaefer as Commander Russell T. Stillwell

Keely Smith as Lt. Junior Grade Vialee Parr

Mark Soloff as Lt. Commander Null

Stage Manager/Technical Director/Computer Voice/Ensemble:

Charlie Minard

Technical consulting by Dan Granata

Starship Edsel runs 60-75 minutes and will play at 10pm the first Saturday and third of every month.

Date and time

Starting Sat Jan 7th 2023 -- ongoing 

COVID-19 NOTICE:

Otherworld Theatre Company requires proof of full vaccination (initial vaccine and all eligible boosters) or a negative PCR test taken with 48 hours of the performance time. Masks are optional but are strongly encouraged to be worn during the show.

Otherworld Theatre is a Chicago-based performing arts nonprofit dedicated to producing live performances in the science fiction and fantasy genres. Otherworld's programing includes stage plays, sketch and improv comedy, online streaming performances, community events, and under its Moonrise LARP Games program, produces immersive theatre and Live-Action-Role-Playing (LARP) events.

For more information, visit https://www.otherworldtheatre.org.

REVIEW: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Now Playing Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre Through December 31, 2022

ChiIL Live Shows On Our Radar 

NOW PLAYING

DEAR EVAN HANSEN 

BROADWAY IN CHICAGO’S

JAMES M. NEDERLANDER THEATRE

NOW ONLY THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022

Anthony Norman, John Hemphill, Lili Thomas and Alaina Anderson

All Production Photos by Matthew Murphy

Recommended for ages 12+; This production contains some adult themes, including discussions of suicide. Children under the age of four will not be permitted in the theatre.

REVIEW:

By Bonnie Kenaz-Mara

I've wanted to see the multi award winning hit, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, since it launched in 2016, so I was beyond thrilled to finally have the chance to review the Broadway tour at Broadway in Chicago's Nederlander Theatre last Friday. My son, Dugan, who will graduate from Northwestern University's theatre arts program this spring, accompanied me, so it was even more of an excellent evening. Jared Kleinman is played by Pablo David Laucerica, an NU theatre alum who went to school with my son, and we ran into other current NU theatre students in the audience, so that was fun.

Pablo is PUMPED to be joining the DEH fam! A Miami-born Cuban-American, he recently graduated from Northwestern University, specializing in vocal performance and musical theatre. His main artistic interests include acting, songwriting, music production and content creation. Find his music content on TikTok/Instagram @pablodlaucerica! 

The acting, score, production values, and set are just stellar. It's a joy to see Broadway musicals move beyond their big song and dance roots to delve into intense, contemporary, difficult subject matter like teen suicide, social media, truth, lies, and integrity with such energy and style. The character archetypes are entirely recognizable. It was wonderful to see so many relatable people have their moment in the spotlight. 

Families with plenty of money and a stay at home mom might not have lives as picture perfect as things appear. Single moms working full time and taking classes toward a better life are likely not failing at parenting by not being around 24/7. Mourning someone is complicated and multilayered. 

Anthony Norman and Coleen Sexton

It's a compelling mix when worlds collide between the overworked single mom, son with social anxiety and an absent dad, and a rich family who appears to have everything, but have their own deep struggles with a bully father, alienated addict son, and a daughter lost in the shadows of her brothers issues and subsequent suicide.

Anthony Norman and Alaina Anderson

Are accidental little white lies justifiable? Are social media's pressures, perils, and pitfalls worth the interconnection or does the medium amplify alienation, mistakes, and misinformation until things snowball out of control.

Theatre is a strange beast--a creative melting pot that combines writing, acting, musicians, set designers, and so many creatives, each doing their part in the service of story telling. When it all comes together as it does in DEAR EVAN HANSEN, it's nothing short of astonishing. In fact, the Evan Hansen character was so well written and embodied by Anthony Norman that it gave some patrons second hand anxiety, just watching his struggles. That's powerful, alchemy to elicit such a strong reaction. It was explained to me as feeling like seeing someone else as the victim of a practice joke and internalizing and sharing their mortification. Maybe the show should come with a trigger warning for both anxiety and suicide. Still, temporary discomfort is a small price to pay for seeing such a vital work, that hits our collective sore spots of anxiety and alienation, loneliness, loss, aimlessness, irrelevance and fears.

Anthony Norman

Live theatre audiences are so in tune that peoples' heartbeats have literally been scientifically proven to sink up while they're watching a show. And the audience influences and changes the energy and action on the stage as surely as productions affect patrons. It's the mark of an excellent show if the bond continues after the curtain call with discussions and insights. My son and I had a great discussion on the drive back to Northwestern, and his friends who took the  "L" said their train car was also full of lively conversations sparked by the show. 

This is the type of work that leaves a lasting effect on audiences. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is a thought provoking, discussion inducing, must see! Highly recommended. ★★★★ Four out of four stars. ChiILLiveShows.com & ChiILMama.com 

Bonnie is a Chicago based writer, theatre critic, photographer, videographer, actress, artist and Mama. She owns two websites where she publishes frequently: ChiILLiveShows.com (adult) & ChiILMama.com (family friendly). 

“THEATRICAL MAGIC. ONE OF THE MOST REMARKABLE SHOWS

IN MUSICAL THEATER HISTORY.”

-The Washington Post

DEAR EVAN HANSEN is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre (24 W. Randolph St.). The production is running for a limited engagement through December 31, 2022. Tickets are on sale now at www.BroadwayInChicago.com.

A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN has struck a remarkable chord with audiences and critics everywhere, including The Washington Post who says DEAR EVAN HANSEN is “Theatrical magic. One of the most remarkable shows in musical theatre history.” The New York Times calls it “a breathtaking knockout of a musical.” And NBC Nightly News declares the musical “an inspiring anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond.”

DEAR EVAN HANSEN features a book by Tony Award-winner Steven Levenson (Fosse/Verdon), a score by Grammy®, Tony® and Academy Award®-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman), and direction by four-time Tony Award-nominee Michael Greif (Rent, Next to Normal).

DEAR EVAN HANSEN opened at the Music Box Theatre to rave reviews on December 4, 2016, where it has broken all box office records and struck a chord with critics and audiences alike. It went on to win six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the Drama League Award for Outstanding Musical Production, two Obie Awards, a Drama Desk Award, two Outer Critics Circle Awards, and two Helen Hayes Awards. The show launched its First North American Tour at the Buell Theatre in Denver, Colorado in October 2018 and has since performed in more than 40 cities across North America playing for more than 1.5 million audience members. The West End Production of DEAR EVAN HANSEN opened at the Noël Coward Theatre in November 2019 and recently won the 2020 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, along with two other Olivier Awards. The show’s now-iconic blue polo and arm cast are part of the permanent collection of the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C.

The Grammy Award-winning Original Broadway Cast Recording of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, produced by Atlantic Records, was released in February 2017, making an extraordinary debut on the Billboard 200 and entering the chart at #8 – the highest charting debut position for an original cast album since 1961 – and went on to win the 2018 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN, produced by Stacey Mindich, features scenic design by David Korins, projection design by Peter Nigrini, costume design by Emily Rebholz, lighting design by Japhy Weideman, sound design by Nevin Steinberg, and hair design by David Brian Brown.  Music supervision, orchestrations, and additional arrangements are by Alex Lacamoire.  Ben Cohn is the associate music supervisor.  Vocal arrangements and additional arrangements are by Justin Paul. Danny Mefford is the choreographer. Casting by Tara Rubin Casting/Xavier Rubiano. Sash Bischoff, Adam Quinn, and Danny Sharron are the associate directors. Judith Schoenfeld is the production supervisor. US General Management is 101 Productions, Ltd.

For more information, please visit DearEvanHansen.com.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Performances are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m. (with a Wednesday matinee at 2:00 p.m. on December 21 and December 28), Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. (with no 8:00 p.m. performance on December 24), and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (with no performance on December 25). There will be additional 2:00 p.m. shows on Friday, December 23 and Friday, December 30.

TICKET INFORMATION

Individual tickets for DEAR EVAN HANSEN are now on sale to the public and range from $39.00 - $120.00 with a select number of premium tickets available. Tickets are available now for groups of 10 or more by calling Broadway In Chicago Group Sales at (312) 977-1710 or emailing GroupSales@BroadwayInChicago.com. For more information, visit www.BroadwayInChicago.com.

ABOUT BROADWAY IN CHICAGO

Broadway In Chicago was created in July 2000 and over the past 22 years has grown to be one of the largest commercial touring homes in the country. A Nederlander Presentation, Broadway In Chicago lights up the Chicago Theater District entertaining more than 1.7 million people annually in five theatres. Broadway In Chicago presents a full range of entertainment, including musicals and plays, on the stages of five of the finest theatres in Chicago’s Loop including the Cadillac Palace Theatre, CIBC Theatre, James M. Nederlander Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, and just off the Magnificent Mile, the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place.

COVID-19  PROTOCOL

We recommend our audiences wear masks throughout the theatre. Visit www.BroadwayInChicago.com/covid19 for further details.

For more information and tickets, visit www.BroadwayInChicago.com. 

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Wrigleyville Wonderland Is Back At Select Venues Through the Holiday Season

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LAKEVIEW EAST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS CHICAGO’S LARGEST HOLIDAY POP-UP DISTRICT WITH THE RETURN OF 

WRIGLEYVILLE WONDERLAND

ChiIL Mama and Dug ChiILin' with Elf on the Shelf

 Wrigleyville Businesses Transform into Holiday-Themed Spots for Everyone Offering Instagrammable Moments, Movies, Food and Drink Specials, and More

Photo credit for all: Bonnie Kenaz-Mara

Happy Alchoholidaze indeed! We had a Fa La La La Laughing good time with the lavish holiday decor at Wrigleyville Wonderland. Here's ChiIL Mama ChiILin' at many of the establishments. 

As empty nesters we enjoyed some bar hopping, boozy grownup fun with other adults, but this could certainly be a family friendly outing as well. If you need to entertain friends and family this holiday or take a much needed escape from them, Wrigleyville Wonderland is here for it.  

The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of one of Chicago’s favorite holiday celebrations, Wrigleyville Wonderland, running now at select venues through the Holiday season. Wrigleyville Wonderland brings the Holiday spirit to Chicago with 17 Wrigleyville businesses transformed into individualized holiday-themed destinations offering map projections, Instagrammable moments and activations. From the locations’ décor to actors dressed in costumes to the holiday- themed drinks, there is something for everyone at Wrigleyville’s Wonderland. More information and details can be found at Wrigleyvillewonderland.com 

“All of Chicagoland is invited to Wrigleyville for this holiday-inspired interactive and fun experience,” said Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Maureen Martino. “Wrigleyville Wonderland is Chicago’s largest holiday pop-up district that is sure to inspire and amaze all those experiencing it while sharing the holiday spirit.”

 

Highlights of Wrigleyville Wonderland include:

- Holiday-themed drinks and food 

- Instagrammable moments including holiday-themed face cutouts where you get to be part of the films, landscapes, and more

- Actors dressed up as Holiday-themed characters

- Bars and lounges going above and beyond with decorations, music, and layouts.

- Events like trivia night, karaoke, and more 

- Fun, SAFE environment.

 The 2022 businesses making the season bright are:

The Country Club - Christmas Club

3462 N. Clark Street

ChristmasClubChicago.com

No Cover

In November and December, Country Club becomes Christmas Club! Enjoy a two-story classic Christmas party experience with three rooms each with a bar. If you stick around long enough, you may catch a glimpse of Santa and his helpers sneaking in some Holiday fun.

Deuces - Santa Baby Christmas Bar

3505 N. Clark Street

SantaBabyBar.com

Through January 2022

You better watch out! Santa Baby Christmas Bar is back offering a multi-room, multi-level, over-the-top Christmas experience completely decked out from head to toe. On Wednesdays, they host a paint and sip class from 6 to 8 pm for $25 a person, register online to book your spot.   

Winterland at Gallagher Way

3635 N. Clark Street

GallagherWay.com

Through January 8, 2022

Families, visitors, and neighbors can celebrate the holidays by taking part in the many seasonal programs and activities at Gallagher’s Way Winterland. For the first time ever, Winter Wonderland is taking place INSIDE and outside the iconic ballpark. Returning this year is the Christkindlmarket Wrigleyville, ice skating, Santa’s Workshop, wreath-making classes, holiday movie screenings, special programming at Hotel Zachary, and much more. Guests can also play holiday-themed games and ride a winter tube for the first time!

The Graystone Tavern - 8 Crazy Nights - A Hanukkah Bar

3441 N. Sheffield Ave. 

8CrazyNightsChicago.com

Through January 9, 2022

Back by popular demand, Chicago’s first and only Hanukkah-themed pop-up bar with decorations created for the Jewish holiday throughout the bar and weatherproofed beer garden, including over 14,000 blue and white lights and Hanukkah ball lanterns adorning the ceiling, Star of David and dreidel ornaments, lighted menorah decor, Mensch on a Bench, a Hanukkah sweater wall, an 8-foot inflatable dreidel and more.  Throughout the pop-up, a special food menu, ranging in price from $5 to $16, will feature traditional and spins on Jewish favorites like Matzo Ball Soup and three flavors of Latkes including classic with sour cream and applesauce, cilantro jalapeno with chipotle sour cream and herb cheddar with chive sour cream. Board and card games will be available to guests nightly including Connect 4 with Hanukkah gelt, Cards Against Humanity Jew expansion pack, Mitzvah Match, Jewish Guess Who, Dreidel, Apples to Apples Jewish edition and Schmear Build-A-Bagel card game.

Houndstooth Saloon - Griswolds

3369 N. Clark Street

Opening November 25th

HoundstoothChicago.com

Inspired by the famous family and the hilarious movies, Houndstooth Saloon has menu selections including  "Yakkin on a bone," a two-lb turkey leg, "Cousin Eddie’s" spiked eggnog and Clark's Cocoa.

HVAC Pub – Rock and Roll Christmas

3530 N. Clark Street

HVACPubWrigley.com

HVAC will be transformed into a winter wonderland featuring Christmas drinks, food and live rocking holiday music.

Lucky Dorr - Lucky Lodge

1101 W. Waveland 

LuckyDorr.com

Lucky Dorr, Chicago's favorite craft beer destination, will transform into Lucky Lodge. A festive Winterland destination with special décor, the aroma of hot apple cider, and rustic comfort galore. As always, Lucky Dorr is dog friendly! 

Merkle’s Bar and Grill – The Nutcracker

3516 N Clark

merkleschicago.com

Welcome to The Nutcracker! Wrigleyville's neighborhood sports bar, Merkle's, has turned into a cozy Christmas spot, perfect for ordering comfort food and enjoying the game while staying festive. Don't miss out on Music Bingo every Wednesday, and catch all the Iowa Hawkeyes games here! 

Moe’s Cantina – Grinch Stole Christmas 

3518 N. Clark Street

MoesCantina.com

The Grinch stole Christmas and left it at Moe’s Cantina! While offering a menu of shareable small plates, traditional full-size entrees, signature tacos, and a cocktail list featuring house-made sangria, handmade margaritas, premium tequilas, and more. The Grinch himself can often be spotted here, and he loves taking photos. 

top sporting events! 

Mordecai - Mistletoe

3632 N. Clark Street

November 18 – December 23rd

https://www.exploretock.com/hushmoneymordecai/

Thursdays - Saturdays, excluding Holidays through Dec. 30

Reservations are Free

Mistletoe, Mordecai's annual holiday pop-up bar, boasts naughty and nice decorations and an exclusive holiday-inspired drink menu, featuring both contemporary and vintage cocktails. Reservations are free. Groups of 1-6 can reserve two-hour blocks on Tock, Thursday-Saturday. Mistletoe is a limited engagement, opening November 18th, and closing December 23rd.

NOLA Bar & Kitchen – Ugly Sweater Bar

3481 N. Clark Street

NOLAChicago.com

Through January 20, 2022

NOLA is debuting its brand new holiday pop-up this year, Ugly Sweater Bar! The walls are decked out with the cutest ugliest sweaters you’ve ever seen, and every Friday night they have karaoke from 9 pm to 1 am. Don’t miss the Ugly Sweater happy hour everyday Monday through Friday from 4 pm to 7 pm, with $5 holiday-themed cocktails, and $3 domestic cans. 

Old Crow Smokehouse - Santa’s Workshop

3506 N. Clark Street

OldCrowSmokeHouse.com

Wrigleyville’s award-winning barbecue from the kitchen of pitmaster and “MasterChef” Tony Scruggs is the home of Santa’s Workshop. 

Rizzo’s Bar and Inn - John Vincent’s Holiday Sing-Along Holiday Bar

3658 N. Clark Street

RizzosBarAndInn.com

Through December 30

Local singing legend, John Vincent, will be performing some holiday hits from all of your old-time lounge singer favorites like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Louis Armstrong! He’ll be performing at Rizzo’s on 

December 4th at 6:00 pm

December 11th at 6:00 pm

December 18th at 6:00 pm 

Tickets can be bought online.

Roadhouse 66 Gas N’ Grill - Jingle Junkie

3478 N. Clark Street

JingleJunkie.com

Through January 8, 2022

Serving up holiday-inspired bites and sips in an explosion of cheer, Jingle Junkie and its heated, ski lodge inspired patio is the most festive spot to celebrate your upcoming holiday season. With an extensive seasonal cocktail /beer list and delicious festive bites that are sure to get even the grinchiest Grinch into the holiday spirit.

Stretch Bar & Grill - Elf’d Up

3845 N. Clark Street

ElfedUp.com

No Cover

Through January 8, 2022

Back by popular demand for the fourth year, it’s a full-blown tribute to the beloved Christmas movie "Elf”. Elf'd Up is a high-energy holiday pop-up bar, perfect for patrons who share Elf'd Up's affinity for elf culture. A casual neighborhood Christmas bar, Elf'd Up never charges a cover and Buddy the Elf often pays a visit. 

Underground Lounge - Island of Misfits Toys

952 W. Newport Ave.

TheULChicago.com

Through January 31, 2022

Underground Lounge welcomes you to the “Pabst Island of Misfit Toys,“ to come hang out with Bumbles, Dolly, Hermey, and others. Enjoy live music and be a misfit!

Smoke Daddy- Lumberjack Lodge 

3636 N Clark

thesmokedaddy.com/home/

Grab your fleece and flannel, and head over to the Lumberjack Lodge to relax and cozy up! Smoke Daddy has turned this BBQ, blues, and beer joint into a Lumberjack’s dream getaway. They also have a HUGE list of Holiday activities you do not want to miss, like brunch with Santa, a boozy gingerbread house party, and more! Check the schedule online and register to join in. 

*Individual operating hours for each location vary from location to location. Some details may change from the release date. Please check with the outlet for the most up to date information.

The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, SSA #17 and the Lakeview East Community Partnership sponsor Wrigleyville Wonderland.