From Lollapalooza to Cardinals and Cubs at Wrigley Field, NBC Chicago’s LeeAnn Trotter takes a look at things to do around the Chicago area this weekend.
Lollapalooza
WHAT: Lollapalooza offers four days chock full of big-name artists, art installations, food vendors and interactive activities.
WHERE: Grant Park, Chicago
WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 1 – Sunday, Aug. 4
The Black Women’s Expo
WHAT: The Black Women’s Expo is considered the longest running and largest motivational event of its kind, with a career fair, beauty pavilion and networking opportunities.
WHERE: McCormick Place, 2301 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago
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WHEN: Friday, Aug. 2-Sunday, Aug. 4
The Morton Arboretum: Destination Asia Festival
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WHAT: At Destination Asia Festival, taste delicious food from local vendors, experience new music and take in traditional dances and performances.
WHERE: The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 3-Sunday, Aug. 4
Aquashella Chicago
WHAT: Aquashella Chicago is an aquarium festival featuring the best of freshwater, saltwater, reptiles and aquatic art.
WHERE: Shaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Dr., Schaumburg
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 3 - Sunday, Aug. 4
Wilmette Art Fair
WHAT: The 2nd annual Wilmette Art Fair features 100 juried artists showcasing and selling paintings, photography, ceramics, furniture, jewelry, wood, fiber and more.
WHERE: Wilmette and Central avenues, Wilmette
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 3 - Sunday, Aug. 4
'The Lord of the Rings- A Musical Tale'
WHAT: "The Lord of the Rings- A Musical Tale" is largely comprised of Chicagoans who also play musical instruments in the folk-inspired musical.
WHERE: In the yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, 800 E. Grand Ave., Chicago (Navy Pier)
WHEN: Through Sept. 1
SAVOR-After Hours
WHAT: Prepare for an intimate experience of dance, passion and the art of savoring the moment with SAVOR: After Hours
WHERE: Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place, 163 E. Chestnut St., Chicago
WHEN: Until Sunday, Aug. 18
Comedian Anthony Rodia
WHAT: Comedian Anthony Rodia, known for his hilarious skits and song parodies, brings the fun to the Chicago area with five shows.
WHERE: Chicago Improv, 5 Woodfield Road, Woodfield Mall, K120B, Schaumburg
WHEN: Friday, Aug. 2– Sunday, Aug. 4
Gladys Knight
WHAT: Known as the "Empress of Soul," R & B legend and seven-time Grammy winner Gladys Knight performs at Hard Rock Live this weekend.
WHERE: Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, 5400 West 29th Ave. in Gary, Indiana
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 3, doors open at 7 p.m.
