From the Air & Water Show to Bugapalooza, this weekend in Lincoln Park features tons of fun activities for all ages to make the most of summer in Chicago!

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LINCOLN PARK COMMUNITY

One of the most highly-anticipated events in Chicago, the Air & Water Show is back for it’s 60th celebration of airplanes, boats and fun in the sun on the shores of Lake Michigan! We can’t wait for this popular tradition to return this weekend!
 
Saturday, August 18 - Sunday, August 19
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
North Avenue Beach
1600 N. Lake Shore

Enjoy one of Chicago's favorite summertime events in a brand new way!
The Lakefront Green is a three-acre field located right along the shores of Lake Michigan and just north of North Avenue Beach at Fullerton. All guests will enjoy music, food and drinks in a spectacular waterfront setting surrounded by skyline views.

Saturday, August 18 - Sunday, August 19
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Theater on the Lake
2401 N. Lake Shore

Stop by the bug zoo and interact with live critters, nerd out with an entomologist, learn how to pin an insect specimen with the museum collections staff and even test your mettle by eating some delicious bug cuisine!
All ages are welcome; this event is fun for adults, kids, and teens! 

Friday, August 17
5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon
LINCOLN PARK FOOD & DRINK

Kicking off the Air & Water Show weekend with live music, drinks, raffles and prizes, you won’t want to miss the fourth annual Catalina Wine Mixer hosted by Benchmark! Additionally, attendees will be able to purchase wine by the bottle or case directly from Benchmark’s wine vendors for extremely discounted prices. See you there!

Thursday, August 16
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Benchmark
1510 N. Wells

Join Kristen Johnson Brogan, international keynote speaker, registered dietitian, superfood chef and author of “Target To Table: Healthy & Delicious Meals One Superfood at a Time.” During the demo Kristen will offer simple tips for making
traditional dishes healthier and more flavorful.

Saturday, August 18
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Green City Market - Lincoln Park
1817 N. Clark 

Join aliveOne as they host a 49th Woodstock Anniversary Party with On Tour Brewing Company! There will be specialty brews on tap, live music from
Low Spark and brewery merchandise available for purchase. 

Thursday, August 16
8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
aliveOne 
2683 N. Halsted

Sit down at one of Chicago’s most scenic
al fresco restaurants during either day of the Air & Water Show. Cafe Brauer is offering $4 beers with the purchase of any food item throughout the weekend.

Saturday, August 18 - Sunday, August 19
The Patio at Cafe Brauer
2021 N. Stockton
LINCOLN PARK MUSIC

Billy Branch, three-time Grammy nominee, winner of an Emmy and multiple Blues Music Awards, is the lead singer and harp player. He also won an Addy Award (the Oscar for commercials) for his Berghoff Beer commercial and does voice overs for radio and TV in addition to film work. You won’t want to miss this group of talented blues musicians!

Friday, August 17
10:30 p.m., 12:30 and 2:30 a.m.
Kingston Mines
2548 N. Halsted

Come to Lincoln Hall as three acclaimed indie-rock bands take the stage and play some of their greatest rocks hits with their own melodic twists. See you there for a night of good music!

Friday, August 17
8:30 - 11:30 p.m.
Lincoln Hall
2424 N. Lincoln

A Chicago favorite who has played with B.B.King, Bobby Rush, Buddy Guy, Little Milton and many others, this is sure to be a night of good blues tunes! 

Sunday, August 19
9:30 and 10:30 p.m., 1:30 a.m.
Kingston Mines
2548 N. Halsted

Nathan Sharp is an internet sensation whose credits include singing, playing instruments and voice acting. Fans of gaming YouTube channels, however, may know him best as NateWantsToBattle. Sharp adopted the video game-inspired nom de plume in 2012 when he launched his YouTube channel of the same name, focusing on his love of anime and music.

Sunday, August 19
7:30 - 10:30 p.m
Lincoln Hall
2424 N. Lincoln

Kick back with free outdoor concerts and family fun all summer long.
Enjoy drinks and dinner before or after the concert at the array of local restaurants and be sure to take advantage of sensational shopping too! This week’s lineup includes Sushi Roll, featuring pop and rock hits. See you there!

Every Thursday
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
NEWCITY
1457 N. Halsted
LINCOLN PARK COMEDY & THEATER

After developing his comedic chops at iO, Luke Null recently began his career at “Saturday Night Live” at the beginning of it's forty-third season. Luke split his time between real estate and performance in Chicago prior to joining the SNL cast. Having already made Blake Shelton and Eddie Vedder blush with his impeccable impressions, Luke will make the audience laugh until they too are red in the face.

Thursday, August 16
8:00 and 10:00 p.m.
The Mission Theater at iO Chicago
1501 N. Kingsbury

Join Jordan Klepper (host of the upcoming "Klepper" on Comedy Central, and formerly of "The Daily Show" and "The Opposition") along with an all-star lineup of improvisers for a high-energy, hilarious show. Comprised of all iO and The Second City alumni, the group includes Emmy-nominated performers and writers. He will be joined by Tim Baltz, Laura Grey, Asher Perlman, Niccole Thurman, Steve Waltien and Seth Weitberg.

Friday, August 17
8:00 and 10:30 p.m.
The Mission Theater at iO Chicago
1501 N. Kingsbury

We’ll bet you 72 cents on the dollar (or much, much less!) that
you’ll cheer for this sketch show entirely created, designed, and performed
by the fearlessly funny women of The Second City.

Thursday, August 16 - Sunday, August 19
(More showtimes here)
8:00 p.m. 
UP Comedy Club at The Second City
230 W. North