Events in Chicago
We post 2-3 quality, hand-picked events per day. If you’re wondering what to do tonight in Chicago, or this weekend, you can find cool Chicago music events, concerts, art shows, restaurant openings and other promotions here. Want us to list your event? Send press releases with a high-res photo to events@gozamos.com or fill out the fancy form in our Contact us page.
Events on Saturday, February 4, 2012
Printers Row Live: Wael Ghonim
On Saturday, February 4, 2012, 3:00pm at
The Art Institute of Chicago
| Cost: $15
Named as one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world for 2011 for his involvement in the Egyptian Revolution of 2011, Wael Ghonim will discuss his new book “Revolution 2.0″. Ghonim will share how social media played a pivotal role in the demonstrations in Egypt and the nearly two weeks he spent detained by Egyptian authorities.
El Mari Chi Chi: A Robert Rodriguez Burlesque
On Saturday, February 4, 2012, 7:30pm at
Mari, a guitar-playing mariachi man of mucho machismo, is out for revenge! Mierda, the local drug lord, has murdered one of Mari’s “many, many favorite womans” and, in escaping, shot Mari’s hand. Now the hitchhiking musician is on the hunt for Mierda and his thugs. With help from Buscame, his new favorite womans Carolina, and fellow “marichichis,” Mari seeks to take down the cigar chopping villain once and for all.
Nia Quintet at Andy’s Jazz Club
On Saturday, February 4, 2012, 9:00pm at
Andy's Jazz Club
| Cost: $15
The music from Nia is a collaboration of five individuals searching for similar things in music, in hopes of obtaining a sense of unity and understanding.
Events on Sunday, February 5, 2012
The Ghost Is Here Written by Kōbō Abe
On Sunday, February 5, 2012, 3:00pm at
Storefront Theater
| Cost: $25
Kōbō Abe’s rarely-produced 1957 play, The Ghost is Here, examines the impact of war upon a culture and a nation. Set in the ruins of post-World War II Japan, at a moment in history when the nation was forced to redefine itself, the play uses original music, stylized song and dance, and a multicultural cast to bring Abe’s story to life. As Japan’s people reinvent themselves in the midst of monumental challenges, The Ghost is Here echoes throughout modern day America.
El Bulli: Cooking In Progress
On Sunday, February 5, 2012, 3:00pm at
Gene Siskel Film Center
| Cost: $11
The subject of this winter’s gastronomic tribute at Chicago’s ultra-hot Next restaurant, Spanish chef extraordinaire Ferran Adrià is often extolled by his devotees as an alchemist who brings the aesthetics of taste to new heights.
Super Bowl Party at The Empty Bottle
On Sunday, February 5, 2012, 4:00pm at
The Empty Bottle
| Cost: Free
On Super Bowl Sunday, February 5, the Empty Bottle will turn itself into your home away from home, your in-door tailgate extravaganza.
Events on Monday, February 6, 2012
Trib U: Social Media for Business
On Monday, February 6, 2012, 6:00pm at
Chicago Tribune, Tribune Tower
| Cost: $75
The Chicago Reporter invites you to join us for appetizers, networking, door prizes and free copies of the January/February 2012 issue.
Food & Performance Cabaret – Rhinofest 2012
On Monday, February 6, 2012, 7:00pm at
Prop Thtr
| Cost: $12 | $15 at the door
The theme is food! Artists will be exploring edibles, cuisine, diet, fast food, nourishment, nutrition and vittles in song, dance, spoken word, circus arts, performance art and more! Food & Performance Cabaret features five local artists.
Ignite Chicago 2012
On Monday, February 6, 2012, 7:00pm at Catalyst Ranch
Ignite Chicago is a high-energy evening of five minute presentations by people who have an idea – and the guts – to get onstage and share it with fellow creative folks. Each presentation is composed of 20 slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds. Presentations can range from how to build a resume to a [...]
Events on Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Big Big City: Chicago Pop-Up Art Market
On Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 5:00pm at
Public Works Gallery
| Cost: Free
Come support our favorite Chicago artists and designers showcasing their jewelry, printed matter, photographs, vintage clothing and art objects. Including work by the talented fellows at The Post Family; artist and maker, Debbie Carlos; hand-selected goods from the BIG THINGS SHOP; and 10+ vendors! Join us for drinks and snacks as we raffle off prizes from Revolution Brewing Co. and our vendors to benefit 826Chi, our neighborhood non-profit writing and tutoring center.
Creativity Released: Designs from Black Architects in Paris, Dakar, and Beyond
On Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:30pm at
Alliance Française de Chicago
| Cost: Free for Members/Non-members $10
Speaker Carolyn Armenta Davis leads a picturesque excursion through contemporary and modern vernacular architecture created by five visionary architects, men and women, of African heritage with ateliers in Paris, Dakar, and other great Francophone metropolises.
Ameriville
On Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:30pm at
Victory Gardens Theater
| Cost: $15-$50
Using Hurricane Katrina as a jumping off point, Ameriville is a highly entertaining performance piece fusing hip-hop, poetry, flamenco, standup comedy, music and spoken word. Universes weaves this electrifying 90-minute theatrical exploration of race, class, poverty, immigration and political awareness into a great adventure about what it means to be American.
Events on Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Elementary Poemtime
On Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 4:00pm at
Poetry Foundation
| Cost: Free
The Poetry Foundation Library welcomes students in grades 2 to 4 to a monthly hour of poetry reading featuring age-accessible poetry, crafts, and games. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis.
Free Wine & Cheese Open House at Alliance Française de Chicago
On Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:00pm at
Alliance Française de Chicago
| Cost: Free
Come and bring a friend to visit the Alliance Française de Chicago facilities, meet teachers, current students and volunteers, and try one of our French classes, from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. Wine and cheese will be served.
World Music: Friends of the Gamelan
On Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 8:30pm at
Old Town School
| Cost: $5 Donation
The Friends of the Gamelan (FROG) is a local organization dedicated to the instruction and performance of Javanese gamelan music.
Events on Thursday, February 9, 2012
“Quad Core”-Group Show Opening
On Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:00pm at
Pop Up Art Loop
| Cost: Free
“Quad Core” exhibits four different artists whose core processes connect aesthetically and conceptually in interesting and surprising ways.
Opening night performance: Diego Amador Trio
On Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00pm at Instituto Cervantes
Diego Amador is an acclaimed flamenco singer and pianist. Born into a gypsy family in Seville, Spain, he was raised steeped in flamenco tradition. By age 11, he had mastered the guitar and several other musical instruments and was already playing drums in the group Pata Negra. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear this unique multi-talented musician from Spain performing live in Chicago.
Events on Friday, February 10, 2012
A-Trak + Gun Love, Dj Trentino, & Phenom
On Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00pm at
The Mid
| Cost: $15-$20
Local talent and support comes from an eclectic blend of up and coming DJs. Gunlove, DH Trentino, and Phenom start the night off with electro, hip hop, and bass heavy beats.
