John Waters: Pope of Trash (2024) | Memorabilia Exhibition | Jan 1 - Aug 4, 2024

John Waters: Pope of Trash is the first comprehensive exhibition dedicated to the artist’s contributions to cinema. The exhibition delves into his filmmaking process, key themes, and unmatched style. Works on view include costumes, set decoration, props, handwritten scripts, posters, concept designs, correspondence, scrapbooks, photographs, film clips, and more. Click Here for the 2023 exhibition ….

Nintendo Summer of Play (2023) | Experiences, Free Events | Jun 15 - Aug 28, 2023

Nintendo is hosting a Nintendo Summer of Play Tour through Aug. 28, 2023, offering fans of all ages a free chance to interact with their favorite Nintendo characters and learn more about their worlds. Guests will receive a free Nintendo Summer of Play passport, which can be stamped after participating in activities, and, once completed, ….

The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody (2023) | Burlesque Shows | Jun 15 - Aug 13, 2023

After a sold-out, critically acclaimed U.S. tour, The Empire Strips Back makes its way to Chicago. This unique experience drops classic Star Wars sci-fi characters into the world of burlesque. Enjoy a hilarious and alluring Star Wars burlesque parody show featuring Stormtroopers, Twi’leks, Boba Fett, and more classic Star Wars characters. The show includes stunning ….

The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody (2023) | Burlesque Shows | Jun 14 - Aug 20, 2023

After a sold-out, critically acclaimed U.S. tour, The Empire Strips Back announces additional shows in New York and Chicago. This unique experience drops classic Star Wars sci-fi characters into the world of burlesque. Enjoy a hilarious and alluring Star Wars burlesque parody show featuring Stormtroopers, Twi’leks, Boba Fett, and more classic Star Wars characters. The ….

Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience Jacksonville (2023) | Art Exhibitions, Experiences, Tours | Jun 9 - Sep 3, 2023

Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience, a new exhibition created in partnership with the National Geographic Society and produced by Paquin Entertainment Group, invites visitors to leave the modern world behind and experience an ancient time like never before. By harnessing projection mapping and new technologies to create stunning visual environments, the magic and mystery ….

Grateful Dead (1991) | Concerts, First Appearances, Firsts | Jun 22, 1991

Legendary rock band The Grateful Dead play their first ever concert at Chicago’s Soldier Field on June 22, 1991. The Soldier Field show was filled with fan favorites, including “Shakedown Street,” “Brown-Eyed Women,” “Playing In The Band,” “Terrapin Station,” “Dark Star,” and more. The concert includes a six-camera stadium video feed with pristine soundboard audio ….

Grateful Dead Meet-Up at the Movies (2023) | U.S. Theatrical Releases | Jun 22 - Jun 25, 2023

This year’s Meet-Up at the Movies event is the Grateful Dead’s first ever concert at Chicago’s Soldier Field on June 22, 1991, from the original six-camera stadium video feed with pristine soundboard audio. The Soldier Field show was filled with fan favorite songs, including “Shakedown Street,” “Brown-Eyed Women,” “Playing In The Band,” “Terrapin Station,” “Dark ….