Chicago Latino Film Festival (Thursday-Sunday): The Chicago Latino Film Fest returns for its 39th year, showing films from Latin America, Spain, Portugal and the United States via screenings at Landmark Century Centre Cinema and AMC River East. More information on the event can be found here.

Placebo at The Salt Shed (Friday): English alt-rock icons, Placebo, make their way to The Salt Shed on Friday for their first show in Chicago since 2014. The band was originally booked for last year’s Riot Fest, but had to pull out of the festival because of visa issues. They’ve found themselves back stateside and limited tickets available here.

Rat Tally at Golden Dagger (Friday): Rat Tally is one of Chicago’s best up-and-coming artist and she’ll be at the intimate Golden Dagger on Friday. Tally shakes listeners to the core with soft-spoken, albeit powerful lyrics over crashing guitars and enchanting percussion. As she says, “writing sad music for sad people. Or happy people. Or whoever.” Grab a ticket to her show here.

Lizzy McAlpine at The Riv (Friday): Folk singer-songwriter has exploded in popularity over the last year. In the fall, she sold out the Metro. A few months later, she’s now packed The Riv and will play to a sold out crowd on Friday.

Bikini Kill at The Salt Shed (Saturday): Riot Grrrl icons are back for their first proper Chicago date in nearly 30 years. The only other time they’ve come to town this century was during their much-anticipated reunion at Riot Fest 2019. This time, they take over The Salt Shed for what should be an incredibly cathartic show. Tickets can be purchased here.

The Office Reunion Convention at Navy Pier (Saturday-Sunday): The Reunion™ 2023 is the Biggest Collection of Office Cast Members since our first convention Dunder Con! This weekend at Navy Pier, come meet some of your favorite characters, enjoy interactive activities made just for fans & experience The Office like never before! Get tickets here.

Rainn Wilson at Francis W. Parker School (Saturday): To go along with The Office convention that is in town, Rainn Wilson, of Office fame, will sit down with Second City vice president Kelly Leonard to talk about spiritual thinking and profound healing. Photo opportunities will be available to those who purchase pre-signed copies of Wilson’s novel Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution. Information can be found here.

Pixar Putt (Saturday-September 10): Pixar Putt returns to Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier for the 2023 season. The mini golf pop-up presents 18 holes of fun inspired by some of Pixar’s most beloved films, including Toy Story, The Incredibles, Finding Nemo, Wall-E and more. Get tickets here.

Record Store Day (Saturday): It’s the most wonderful day of the year for people still clinging to physical music (like the person writing this post). Hot items this year include The 1975: Live with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Black Keys: Live at Beachland Tavern 2002, Blur: Blur Presents the Special Collectors Edition, Macho Man Randy Savage: Be A Man, Pearl Jam: Give Way, and Taylor Swift: Folklore – The Long Pond Studio Sessions. A full list of available titles can be found here. Participating record stores include Reckless Records, Shuga Records, Bric-a-Brac, and more.

NASCAR Watch Party at Heroes West Sports Grill in Joliet (Sunday): Rev your engines, racing fans! join Q101 to watch The GEICO 500 and cheer on your favorite drivers at our official watch party! Join us at Heroes West Sports Grill located at 1530 Commerce Ln, in Joliet on Sunday, April 23rd from 2pm – 6pm for a watch party filled with high-speed thrills, delicious food, and unbeatable company. Get ready for the green flag with a cold drink in hand and a group of friends by your side.

Check out our table to win cool prizes, make sure to enter to win a pair of GA tickets to NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend on July 1 & 2nd 2023. We’ll also be giving away a pair of tickets to 3 Doors Down at Hollywood Casino Amphiteatre and Dead & Company – The Final Tour at Wrigley Field. Get there early and secure your spot to the finish line!

Click HERE to buy Tickets to the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend.