Diane Pathieu's Weekender Report
CHICAGO (WLS) -- This weekend is your chance to go a historic bike ride. It's one of many fun things going on this weekend.
Historic bike tour - Lombard
Take a historic bike tour in Lombard. The Lombard Historical Society and Retro Glow Cycles will hold the Historic House Bike Tours of Lombard this Saturday. Take a look at historic homes over 100 years old, some with prominent historic residents. Plus, learn little known facts about these spots. Bring the kids, too; there are three departure times to choose from.
The Gene Siskel Film Center Festival Showcase - Chicago
The Gene Siskel Film Center Festival Showcase takes place this weekend, celebrating Chicago's vibrant film festival community.
Bitter Jester Music Festival - Highland Park
The Bitter Jester Music Festival will hold its Grand Finale Concert in Highland Park this weekend. This comes after four preliminary concerts. New this year: Highland Park's own Peter Sagal, host of NPR's popular "Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!" will join as co-host. This battle-of-the-bands-type event is celebrating 18 seasons.
Sundance Institute x Chicago
The first ever Sundance Institute by Chicago takes place this weekend, it's a three-day celebration of independent filmmaking. The event will feature screenings of Sundance Film Festival selections, panel discussions, master classes and community programming. This event aims to highlight Chicago's vibrant cultural scene and support local filmmakers.
Millennium Art Festival - Chicago
Enjoy thousands of paintings, sculptures, photography and more at this year's Millennium Art Festival, just steps away from Millennium Park. There will be food trucks, drinks, live music and a kid-friendly art tent, plus live art demos.
Big Bus Sunset Tour - Chicago
Just in time for the summer festival and tourist season, Big Bus Tours is launching a sunset experience in Chicago. Experience breathtaking views during this 90-minute live guided tour around Chicago's Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, lakefront, Mag Mile and more. There is even a Spanish language sunset tour every Friday night. The tours run now through October.
Illuminarium - Chicacgo
This new multi-million-dollar project at Navy Pier is 32,000 square feet of imagination. Transport yourself to the safari, or even to the surface of the Moon... this immersive space uses cutting edge technology to bring you unique shows and experiences. This family friendly event runs all summer long.
