Before planning for "Back to School," come to Chicago at the end of summer because the city has saved the best warm-weather activities for last.
Chicago's lakefront will be glowing on July 28 for the 50th (!) Annual Venetian Night. About 30 decorated and well-lit boats will float along the lake during the “Chicago’s Finest Moments” procession, which will be followed by fireworks. Grab a patch of grass at Monroe Harbor and ooo and ah at all the pretty sights!
August 3, 4, 5 is the 50th (!) Annual Gold Coast/River North Art Fair. Take a look at a variety of juried artwork that includes paintings, sculpture, jewelry, glass sculptures and photography. Live music, food, and kids’ crafts are also part of this event.
For an even livelier first weekend in August, rock out to Lollapalooza! In addition to performances by Pearl Jam, Muse, and Modest Mouse, there will be art, fashion, food at the music extravaganza! Based on the names of the stages, I would guess the sponsors are AT&T, Bud Light, Adidas, My Space, PlayStation, Citibank and BMI! It's going to be a whirlwind of seven stages of music all day long!
Northalsted Market Days is the Midwest’s largest two-day two-day festival. Now in its 26th year, this festival features arts and crafts vendors, food booths and over 40 musical acts on four stages. Start saving for some shopping because Market Days take place on August 11 and 12.
August 18 and 19 is the 49th Annual Air and Water Show (sorry- no exclamation point until you hit 50!). Over 2 million people will visit our beautiful lakefront for the largest free show of its kind in the country. The best viewing spots are from Oak Street through North Avenue Beach. (Hint-the planes practice on the 17th so come early for a less crowded preview.)
Before the kids are back in school, your last summer homework assignment is to take them to the Radisson for a memorable Chicago vacation!
Thursday, July 26, 2007
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