Book Exchange Highlights Bears-Packers Event with Shoegaze Dance Party
This weekend in Chicago offers a vibrant mix of activities, including art events, food tours, and thrilling sports action. The high-profile match between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers in the NFC Wild Card Round adds excitement to the sports calendar.
Weekend Highlights in Chicago
- Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers
- Date: Saturday
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Location: Soldier Field, 1410 Special Olympics Drive
- Tickets: Starting at $391
- Wicker Park Bucktown’s First Fridays Art Walk
- Date: Friday
- Time: 6-8 p.m.
- Location: Jackson Junge Gallery, 1389 N. Milwaukee Ave.
- Cost: Free
- Chinatown Food Tour
- Date: Saturday
- Time: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
- Location: Starting at 363 W. Erie St.
- Tickets: $139
- Shoegaze Dance Party
- Date: Friday
- Time: 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
- Location: DMen Tap, 2849 W. Belmont Ave.
- Cost: Free
Featured Events
Art Walk and Cultural Events
The Wicker Park Bucktown’s First Fridays Art Walk on Friday night invites art enthusiasts to experience local galleries and refreshments. Meanwhile, the Hyde Park Community Players will debut new works at Augustana Lutheran Church.
Indoor Market Season
The Edgewater Indoor Market returns on Saturday at Broadway Armory Park, showcasing over 70 local vendors. This year’s market promises a variety of artisanal goods and fresh produce, continuing through winter.
Book Swap at Chinatown Library
On Sunday, the Chinatown Chicago Public Library will host a Book Swap event. Participants can bring up to three books to trade, making it an excellent opportunity for avid readers to discover new titles.
Summary of Weekend Activities
In addition to sports and cultural explorations, the weekend features a shoegaze dance party and an array of food tours catering to diverse tastes. From discovering local artists at the Vjosa Market to engaging in family-friendly activities at the Museum of Contemporary Art, there is something for everyone in Chicago this weekend.
