Time to come out of hibernation! Us Chicagoans will (hopefully) get a glimpse of Spring this month and I can’t wait. It’s about time for all the fun, festive events to make a come back. I have rounded up all the worthy things to do in Chicago this March for your viewing below. Which of them will you be trying out?
Charm’d: The Magical Irish Pop-Up Bar
March 1 – 14, 2020
True to the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, Charm’d is an Instagram-worthy pop-up bar in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood. The pop-up will be held inside Deuce’s and The Diamond Club, one of my favorite party spots. Events offered at the Irish themed pop-up include Paint n’ Sip, Bingo n’ Booze, Karaoke Night, Magic Mondays, and Sunday Funday. It is recommended to buy a ticket ahead of time online to make sure the day you want to attend does not sell out (tickets are also more expensive at the door). Themed food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Chicago Flower & Garden Show
March 18 – 22, 2020
Who else thinks flowers are absolutely beautiful? How about life-size gardens all in the same place? This year the Chicago Flower & Garden Show is hosting their annual event during a small part of March. Tickets can be bought here. The show will also offer Special Events throughout it’s debut, including a Chicago Reader party and networking event!
St. Patrick’s Day Chicago Green River Dyeing & Parade
March 14, 2020
One of the events Chicago is most notorious for is the green dyeing of the Chicago River for St. Patrick’s Day. This usually happens in the morning on the Saturday of St. Patrick’s Day festivities in the city (bar crawls, bar parties, etc.). This year it is occurring March 14, 2020 at either 9 or 10am. I recommend going to Upper Wacker for a good view of the river being dyed green! The Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade will start at Grant Park for the North Side. If you’re looking for a good bar crawl, I’m going to the one in Wrigley!
Macy’s Flower Show
March 22 – April 5, 2020
The Macy’s Flower Show is always a Springtime favorite. The event features beautiful flower installations all focused around a hand-picked theme. This year’s theme is Voyage to Oceanum – featuring floral aquatic beauty. I can’t wait to see the spread for the 2020 event at Chicago’s Macy Flagship location on State Street! Free to the public.
Chicago Beer Festival
March 14, 2020
Calling all beer lovers! Have a taste of Chicago’s best brews at the Chicago Beer Festival, held at The Field Museum. Those attending will receive 40 beer tasting vouchers to try. VIP also includes specialty beers poured during a special VIP session. The event is 21+ and tickets can be purchased here.
Uncorked: Chicago Wine Festival
March 21, 2020
Uncorked, a Chicago wine festival held at the Museum of Science and Industry, highlights over 200 wines and champagnes from around the globe. VIP tickets include an extra hour of tasting (4 hours), compared to general admission tickets for three hours of tasting. Dress or cocktail attire is recommended.
