Category Archives: Chicago Events
Summer Concerts in Chicago: 2012 Country Club Hills Theatre Concert Series
Located just 15 minutes from our Best Western Midway Hotel in the heart of Chicagoland, the Country Club Hills Theatre is one of Chicago’s most popular outdoor concert venues, that combines stylish, modern architecture with state-of-the-art audio and video technology and offers an intimate concert experience in its 5,000 seat space. Every summer, the theatre puts on a summer concerts in Chicago series with a variety of world-renowned artists and it is always an extremely popular event for guests visiting our Midway Airport Hotel during the summer months. With a variety of different performers in a range of different musical genres, this summer concerts in Chicago series is sure to have something for everyone, and we highly recommend visiting the Country Club Hills Theatre website before coming to town to see if there is a concert playing during your stay that you would like to see.
Upcoming Summer Concerts in Chicago at the Country Club Hills Theatre
There are several great concerts coming up from June to August and they are definitely worth seeing if you’re going to be in town. The upcoming concert schedule includes:
- June 15th & 16th at 7:30 pm– Gladys Knight & D. L. Hughley
- June 23rd at 7:30 pm – George Duke & Stanley Clarke
- July 7th at 7:00pm – Jeffery Osborne
- July 12th at 7:30pm – Ledisi & Eric Benet
- July 14th at 7:30pm – American Idols: Fantasia and Ruben Studdard
- July 29th at 5:30pm – Family Night with the Temptations
- August 3rd at 7:30pm – Boney James & Roy Ayers
- August 5th at 5:00pm – Blues in the Country with Bobby Bland, Lattimore, Willie Clayton
- August 17th at 7:00pm – Old School Hip Hop Show with Salt ‘N’ Pepper, Rakim and Big Daddy Kane
- August 24th at 7:30pm – David Sanborn & Brian Culbertson
- August 31st at 7:30pm – Rock ‘N’ Blues Fest
- September 1st at 7:00pm – KEM
Tickets for the shows range from $15.00 up to $85.00 depending on the artists and the seats chosen. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster or through the Country Club Hills Theatre’s website.
Where to stay for summer concerts in Chicago? Our Midway Airport Hotel
For visitors to Chicago who want to take advantage of some of the great concerts listed above, why not consider staying at our Midway Airport hotel? We are conveniently situated just 15 minutes from the Country Club Hills Theatre and many other great Chicago tourist attractions. Our experienced Midway Airport hotel staff can help you get the most out of your vacation so give them a call today!
Celebrate Polish Constitution Day: Great Chicago Events at Toyota Park Bridgeview
Spring has definitely sprung in Chicago, and with the arrival of this great season comes a slew of great outdoor and seasonal Chicago events to keep our many spring-time visitors entertained. Chicago is a multi-cultural city with some great heritage,and one of the best events to celebrate that this May is May Fest at Toyota Park Bridgeview (just 15 minutes from our Best Western Midway hotel) which was created in honor of Polish Constitution Day.
Chicago Events this Spring: Why Visit May Fest at Toyota Park Bridgeview?
This weekend-long festival which runs from May 4th to 6th features live music (including polka, rock and dance genres), traditional polish dancers, carnival rides, and of course, plenty of great traditional polish food and beer! A spin off from the annual Polish Constitution Day Parade, which has taken place in Chicago for over 120 years, the Chicago Polish Constitution Day Celebrations are some of the most popular polish events in Chicago and the nation.
What is the significance of Polish Constitution Day?
The Polish Constitution of 1791 is important to democratic history as it was the second democratic constitution in the world, after the United States, and the first in Europe. It is as important a date to Polish history as July 4th is to Americans. This year is the first that the celebrations will include a festival at Toyota Park and the event organizers hope that all those who normally attend the parade will choose to continue to celebrate later in the day at May Fest.
May Fest Information – Popular Chicago Events
The event is open to the general public and is sure to be fun for the whole family. Staring at 5pm on Friday (and continuing until 11pm) and then from 12pm to 11pm on Saturday and 12pm to 9pm on Sunday, the festival should welcome thousands of enthusiastic Chicago-natives and visitors and is free for children under 12.
For more information on the band schedules, event location and contact information, visit the May Fest website.
Attending Chicago Events at Toyota Bridgeview Park? Stay Nearby at our Best Western Midway Hotel
Our Midway Airport Hotel is conveniently located near both the Midway Airport (for guests in town for a short stay) as well as Toyota Park Bridgeview for visitors who have a bit more time to see some of the great Chicago events that our city has to offer. If you’re coming to town at the beginning of May and you’re looking for something fun to do with the whole family make sure that you give our Midway Airport hotel staff a call to ensure that you get the best rates and accommodations for your visit to Chicago!
Things to do in Chicago: See the MythBusters Exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry
The extremely popular television show, Myth Busters,which has dedicated itself to explaining some of the world’s burning questions like, “Why does toast always seem to land with the butter-side down?” is coming to the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, with a new exhibit opening March 15th. The Museum, which is located just 20 minute from our Best Western Midway Hotel, is a great place to bring the family for a fun day of entertainment and education.
The Emmy-nominated television show specializes in creating experiments that test clichés, and puzzles, proving and disproving popular myths and wild ideas the world over and their new exhibit is sure to live up to their exacting standards. This exhibit will no doubt be one of the most popular things to do in Chicago for visitors throughout the spring and summer (it runs until September) and we highly suggest checking it out along with all of the other great permanent exhibits that the museum offers.
This exhibit is considered suitable for all ages and is sure to be a highlight for the inquiring mind in all of us. Ever wondered if you stay drier walking or running through the rain? Or whether you can really blow a brick house down? The exhibit will answer these questions as well as incorporating:
- Hands-on experiments
- Props and gadgets from the show
- Live demonstrations from “myth-busting” facilitators
The exhibit has an additional fee, beyond the regular museum entrance fees, of $10.00 per adult and senior and $8.00 for children aged 3-11. You can buy tickets for the exhibit in advance on the Museum of Science and Industry website or on the day of your arrival at the entrance.
Looking for Things to do in Chicago? Our Chicago Hotel Staff have the Inside Scoop
When visiting our Best Western Midway Hotel, our guests are able to benefit from our experienced staff that is up to date on all of the current events, shows, and activities going on in the Chicago area. The next time you’re thinking of coming to town, why not give our Chicago hotel staff a call and let them inform you about the great stuff going on in Chicago during your stay.
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Upcoming Chicago Events: Animals, Explosions, Automobiles and Boats!
There are many great events that go on year round near our Best Western Chicago Midway hotel. Due to our Midway Airport Hotel’s convenient location, we’re able to recommend many great Chicago events to our many visitors and guests. The first few months of the New Year are always a busy time in Chicago and the events listed below are just a few of the great events taking place at the many attractions near our Midway Hotel.
Chicago Events in January
The Chicago Boat, Sports and RV Show at McCormick Place
The Chicago Boat Show is on of the most popular Chicago events that takes place every year at McCormick Place in Chicago. The event runs from January 12th – 16th daily and costs $10.00 to attend. Whether you love the outdoors or are just looking for something fun to do with your family for the day, this is a great place to find everything you need for your next adventure including DIY shows, gear, lodges and resorts, and accessories.
Chicago Events in February
The Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place
A highlight of the winter tourist season
in Chicago, the Auto Show at McCormick Place is one of the must-see Chicago events for all of our guests staying at our Best Western Chicago Midway Hotel between February 10th and 19th. The show, which first began in 1901, is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto show on the continent.
The Genghis Khan Exhibit at the Field Museum
Great for guests of all ages, this exhibit explores the amazing story of one of the world’s greatest leaders and most terrifying conquerors. The Field Museum is situated just 20 minutes from our Midway Airport Hotel and is full of great exhibits all year round!
Chicago Events in March
MythBusters the Explosive Exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Science and Industry is an extremely popular tourist spot in Chicago and is well-known for its educational, interactive and exciting exhibits and the MythBusters exhibit coming in March is no exception. Beginning on March 15th the exhibit allows to you test popular myths like, “Why does toast always seem to land butter-side down?” as well as watch live demonstrations, explore props from the popular Discovery Channel show and perform hands-on experiments.
Christmas Events in Chicago: Lights, Christmas, Action!
Every year we have many great Christmas events in Chicago and 2011 is no exception! This year we have some great Christmas events happening near our Chicago Midway Hotel that are fun and affordable for your entire family, after all, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to experience Christmas events Chicago-style! This year, Zoolights at the Lincoln Park Zoo is one of our top complimentary Christmas events in Chicago and it’s located just 20 minutes from our Best Western Chicago Midway Hotel.
The event, which runs from December 2nd until January 1st from 5:00pm to 9:00pm nightly brings back the true holiday spirit by offering seasonal cheer free-of-charge to Chicago visitors and locals. With visits from Santa, live ice carving, holiday arts and crafts, as well as holiday food, beverages and unique gift ideas, this is an Christmas event in Chicago that shouldn’t be missed during your visit!
If you have some extra room in your suitcase, why not consider bringing your gently-used spare winter wear with you on your visit and donating it to the Zoolights coat drive, to help those in need this winter? Collection boxes are placed throughout the Zoo and
Other Christmas Events in Chicago Worth Visiting
If you have some more time during your visit, why not stop by the Museum of Science and Industry (one of our favourite attractions in Chicago Midway) for Christmas Around the World and Holiday Lights event? This holiday tradition (located just 20 minutes from our hotel) has been active in Chicago since 1942 when it started with a single lit up tree dedicated to the Allies of World War II. Now, with a 45-foot Grand Tree, 30,000 lights, 1,000 ornaments, holiday state performances, intermittent falling snow, and cultural traditions from around the world, this event has definitely evolved over the past 70 years, but hasn’t lost any of its wonderful yuletide messages and is still one of the most anticipated Christmas events in Chicago every year.
December is a wonderful time to visit the Chicago area. If you’re thinking about stopping by to do some shopping, visit family or to simply enjoy Chicago’s winter, contact us to find out how we can make your trip to our Chicago Midway Hotel the best it can be.
Chicago Events: Carn-Evil at Toyota Park Bridgeview
Everyone visiting a Chicago hotel (or just stopping by the area) in October should think about visiting this local “haunted” attraction that guarantees thrills and chills for all of our Best Western Midway hotel guests. Toyota Park Bridgeview is a must-see tourist attraction in the Chicago area for concerts, sporting events and many other world-class shows, and the park’s Carn-Evil Haunted House is no exception. Located just 15 minutes away from our Midway hotel, the event is open from the 14th to the 31st, starting at 7pm nightly. The haunted house is located in Toyota Park’s VIP lot under the big top and features an eerie collection of ghouls and ghosts dedicated to helping you celebrate Halloween with some creepy fun. The haunted house (which has been running in different locations around Chicago since 1978) has perfected its form of, “audience participation theatre” and is guaranteed to give you the seasonal excitement you’re looking for!
Tickets to the event are $10.00 a person, but if you’re time is too precious to risk waiting in lines, you can jump ahead with a special Right in Pass (R.I.P) for $15.00. While weather in the area can be a concern in the Fall, you don’t have to worry about it in this case! While the waiting line for the event is outdoors, there is protection from the rain within the big top’s many tents so you can enjoy Chicago’s Halloween events regardless of the weather forecast.
If you have younger kids, the event isn’t recommended for children under 7 as they may find it a little too frightening, but, the park leaves that to the discretion of parents and they don’t charge for youngsters who feel up to the challenge. If you think you would like to give it a try, but are concerned it may not work out, there are convenient exits throughout the haunted house that a guide can escort you to at any time.
Sound like fun? Our Chicago hotel is conveniently located near the Chicago Midway International Airport and is an ideal location to stay if you’re in town for the night and are thinking about stopping by Toyota Park and the Carn-Evil
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