Category Archives: Boystown
Boystown Halsted Halloween Parade 2017
Summer is over and it’s time to think about what to wear this fall?
The Annual Northalsted Halloween Parade will be here before you know it!
HAUNTED HALSTED SET TO SPOOK BOYSTOWN FOR HALLOWEEN
Haunted Halsted is the theme for this year’s Halloween. The Northalsted Business Alliance invites ghouls, goblins, zombies and all haunted beings to go above and beyond for this year’s parade theme. Thousands will line the route, while hundreds compete for who rules the street.
The legendary parade, now it its 21st year, happens Halloween night at 7:30 pm.
Kicking off from the corner of Halsted and Belmont and traveling north to Addison, the competitive costume contest will award winners in four categories: Drag, Group, Scariest and Theme. Registration is now open at https://www.northalsted.com/northalsted-halloween-parade-registration/
A host of Halloween queens will adorn the parade route, as a ‘Thriller” dance party breaks out. Fire eaters and more complete the spooky scene.
Northalsted Halloween Parade
Tuesday, October 31
5 pm- 7 pm Registration at Halsted/Belmont
7:30 pm Parade kicks-off and travels north to Addison
Free to participate
Northalsted Business Alliance Executive Director Chad Honeycutt explains what sets Halsted Halloween celebrations apart.
“Simply put, there’s no other city neighborhood that does Halloween better. This year will be no exception, we expect everyone to bring their ‘A’ game for the contest and parade.”
Tequila Dinner Deal Sept 27
Join Us This Wednesday September 27th
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill & El Jimador Tequila Invite you for a three course custom menu paired with El Jimador’s finest Tequila. We will also feature 3 cocktails and a flight of Tequila which will include a tasting of their Silver, Reposado & Añejo Tequilas. The event begins at 7:00 p.m. and is priced at $39.99 per person. We will also provide raffles and prizes so come join us amigos!
Established in 1996, a father and his 2 sons opened a small 10-table restaurant in the East Lakeview community and gradually grew over the years by following a strict policy of only serving top quality, authentic dishes and the best margaritas in town.
For more information or to make a reservation, please call Fernando or Mike at 773-549-2932 or click the link below. We hope to see you soon amigos!
We hope to see you soon!
Click here to reserve!
FREE TICKETS for SUPERHERO Resistance @ Aragon Aug 12
Market Days Saturday night will never be the same. After six consecutive years of sold out dance parties at House Of Blues, Circuit Mom / Matthew Harvat has moved the wildly successful Superhero themed party closer to Lakeview and into an epic venue that doubles our party’s size.
More lights, more lasers, more production, more sound and more people from around the globe to dance with.
After thirteen years, The Aragon Ballroom welcomes us back for what will become the biggest event of the year. You will not believe your eyes once you enter the space. They have tons of surprises in store for you and will welcome over 2,500 party goers to this new Market Days home.
PLUS this is the Chicago debut of DJ Grind and DJ Gauthreaux spinning together for this main event.
WHO WILL YOU COME AS????
WHO WANTS TO GO FOR FREE???
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We will randomly draw 2 names, MONDAY Aug 7th 2 NOON. We will email the winners.
Each winning name will get one free ticket for the event!
This is going to be an amazing event, not to be missed! CircuitMom.com for ticket info
Tickets are available online now and with a new VIP option.
Visit www.circuitmom.com for all options.
People of any colour, size, body type, gender, gender expression(s), and sexual orientation are welcome. Bigotry will not be tolerated. Must be 21+ to attend.
SUPERHERO Chicago Markets Days Event Aug. 10
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Chicago Pride Fest 2017
Chicago Pride Fest. Taylor Dayne, Thelma Houston, Kristine W. and many more are ready to take over the Chicago Pride Fest stage June 17-18! Held during National Pride Month, celebrates our achievements as a community in our annual two-day street festival leading up to Chicago’s world famous Pride Parade.
The non-stop entertainment features strings, queens and everything in-between.
Two main stages deliver a host of national and local talent. Well Strung brings the strings with their fuse of classic music meets pop blend, while Taylor Dayne delivers her iconic hits and local legends 16 Candles go retro. The DJ stage at Waveland pumps with dance ready beats, while the best divas in the business strut their stuff on the Kit Kat Runway.
Chicago Pride Fest (June 17-18)
11 am – 10 pm North Halsted from Addison to Grace $10 Suggested Donation
About the Northalsted Business Alliance (NBA)
Formed in 1980, NBA represents more than 100 businesses along the Halsted Street corridor. The organization hosts major events throughout the year including Chicago Pride Fest, Pride Prom Northalsted Market Days, the Halloween Parade, Frost Fest and the Legacy Live Series. For information about NBA visit www.northalsted.com.
Mothers Day Celebrations Chicago
This May 14th, treat Mom to something you know will make both of you smile: a delightful brunch or a delicious dinner with you!
(If Mom is not here in town with you, GO OUT and CELEBRATE HER Anyways!)
2 of our favorite spots right in Lakeview/Boystown:
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill
3906 N. Broadway Chicago Il 60613 Phone: 773-549-2932 / Reserve here: www.elmariachitequilabar
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Revolucion Mexican Steakhouse
3443 N. Broadway Chicago Il 60657 Phone: 773-661-9893 / Reserve here: www. |
BRUNCH, LUNCH or DINNER, you can’t go wrong with either place!
Tequila Dinner April 12th
April 12th, 2017 | 6:30 p.m. | Chicago
Join us for an exclusive dinner featuring a 5 course custom menu paired with the finest Arette Tequilas. Our guest speaker Eduardo Orendain Jr., a fifth generation distiller for Arette will provide everyone one of a kind experince.
Executive Chef Luis Navejas will aslo bring you a one of a kind opportunity to taste a carefully sculptured menu combining rustic Mexican staple dishes with a contemporary touch. So join us for a Revolutionary experience!
The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and is priced at $45 per person, excludes tax & gratuity. For more information or to make a reservation, please call Jorge or Brenden at 773-661-9893.
National Margarita Day Feb 22
It’s going to be 68 degrees today in Chicago! What better excuse to dine al fresco on EL MARIACHI’S secluded patio and enjoy a MARGARITA?! (or 2 or 3).
BOTH Revolucion Steakhouse and El Mariachi will celebrate with $5 house margaritas PLUS some complimentary sampling!
Revolucion Steakhouse
3443 N. Broadway
Chicago, Il 60657
(773) 661-9893 Reserve Today! revolucionsteakhouse.com
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill
3906 N.Broadway
Chicago, Il 60613
(773) 549-2932 Reserve Today! elmariachitequilabar.com
Northalsted Boystown Beer Fest Feb 25 26
Northalsted’s winter street festival takes place in our huge outdoor HEATED tent.
Featuring over 40 craft beers you will have the opportunity to sample your choice of 15 beers while dancing at this unique party!
2 different sessions are available.
For more information please visit:
www.northalsted.com/events/frost-fest/
The frosty fun continues on Sunday, February 26th at our 4th Annual Soup Walk presented by the Northalsted Business Alliance and the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce.
Taste great soups, from all over the area!
TRANS film Festival Nov. 17-18
LOCATION
Hoover-Leppen Theatre, Center on Halsted
The 2nd Annual Transfluential Film Festival places the journeys and stories of trans communities into the spotlight. Films were solicited from around the world, and the finalists will be screened over two evenings at Center on Halsted.
Join us as we watch and discuss the films, their characters, and the themes they illuminate.
*Full schedule of films and programs will be released in early November.
PRICE
$5 suggested donation
*Inability to pay should not act as a deterrent to attending