If you avoided Chicago during a certain music festival, spend some time in the city this weekend.
Start by spending a night at the zoo without your kids or visit a food festival all about the city’s famous hot dog. And if seeing “Motown the Musical” was on your summer bucket list, you better buy your tickets now.
If you’d prefer staying closer to home, enjoy good barbecue in Bannockburn or shop one of the country’s best art festivals in Glenview.
Adults Night Out
Friday, Aug. 8
Chicago
You’ve probably been to the zoo with your kids countless times, so make your next visit a quiet, grownup evening out. Attendees can enjoy food, beer and wine, and scheduled activities.
Bannockburn BBQ Challenge
Saturday, Aug. 9
Bannockburn
Let your voice be heard at this tasty challenge. Enjoy samples from restaurants around the North Shore before casting your vote for best barbecue. Deja Vu will provide the day’s musical entertainment.
“Motown the Musical”
Closes Saturday, Aug. 9
Chicago
This is your last chance to see this Broadway hit before it leaves Chicago, and fortunately, some tickets are still available.
Chicago Hot Dog Fest
August 9-10
Chicago
In a city known for its hot dogs, enjoy the best of the best (sans ketchup, of course) at this fest. Admission is free, but food packages are available for purchase. Buy tickets today and save!
Art at The Glen
August 9-10
Glenview
More than 185 juried artists will take over The Glen this weekend and showcase paintings, photos, ceramics, jewelry and more. This fair is rated one of the best 15 shows in the country, proving great art can be found in the ‘burbs.
“Motown the Musical” photo: © 2013 Joan Marcus
