Chinese New Year Celebrations And More: Chicago This Weekend

CHICAGO, IL – There's plenty to do (and drink!) this weekend in Chicago. Explore diverse cocktails and cuisines at the Chicago Whiskey Fest, The Fried Chicken Champagne Fest and the Weekend Wine Party in River. Or head over to the Chicago Ale Fest: Winter Edition in Pilsen.

Plus, you can tune in to the Super Bowl 2019 at the Electric Hotel downtown and enjoy friends, music and food.

Still not sure what to get into? See what else is going on around the city this weekend.

Chicago Whiskey Festival

Neighborhood: River North

Taste test an array of spirits including whiskeys, bourbons and scotches from across the globe at the Chicago Whiskey Festival this weekend. You can participate in a photo contest and snag some freebies, too! Tickets start at $50.

Where: Old Crow Smokehouse, 149 West Kinzie St.

When: Saturday, Feb. 2 at 1 p.m.

Fried Chicken and Champagne Fest

Neighborhood: River North

Enjoy some crispy cuisine and yummy beverages at Kendall College’s Chicken and Champagne Fest. After recruiting some of the finest chefs the city has to offer, the deliciousness of the chicken is a guarantee. Kendall College also partnered with Goose Island and Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits for drinks, so it’s sure to be a good time. To top things off, all proceeds will benefit the school’s scholarship funds.

Where: Kendall College, 900 N. North Branch St.

When: Saturday, Feb. 2 at 11:30 a.m.

Chinese New Year Celebration at the Art Institute

Neighborhood: Grant Park

We might be a month into 2019 according to U.S. standards, but in China the new year is just getting started. Celebrate the Chinese New Year and the Year of the Pig at the Art Institute this weekend, featuring dancing dragons, gallery talks and so much more.

Where: Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave.

When: Saturday, Feb. 2 at 1 p.m.

Chicago Ale Fest: Winter Edition

Neighborhood: Pilsen

Experience beers from more than 50 breweries and sample bites from five local food trucks this weekend at the Chicago Ale Fest. Come alone. Bring a date. Invite friends. Regardless of what you choose, it’s sure to be a good time. Tickets start at $59.

Where: Lacuna Artist Lofts, 2150 S. Canalport Ave.

When: Saturday, Feb. 2 at 11 a.m.

Super Bowl LIII at Electric Hotel

Neighborhood: Downtown

Whether you’re team Patriots or team Rams, enjoy this year’s Super Bowl surrounded by friends, booze and food at the Electric Hotel watch party. The event will also feature the city’s best DJs and more.

Where: Electric Hotel, 222 W. Ontario St.

When: Sunday, Feb. 3 at 4 p.m.

Weekend Wine Party

Neighborhood: River North

It’s a classy affair at Eataly this weekend. Taste divine wines from around the world and scrumptious snacks all at awesome prices. The menu varies per day, but you can expect deals like $5 glasses of Prosecco, $1 arancini and more!

Where: Eataly, 43 E. Ohio St.

When: Friday, Feb. 1 through Sunday, Feb. 3 at 10 a.m.

Image Credit: Neal O’Bryan