CATCH 35: Fresh Seafood & Live Music in Chicago's Loop
Located in Chicago's theatre district, Catch 35 not only features a newly crafted menu with the finest classic fresh seafood and other specialties, it is also renowned for the live jazz music. Â
The Menu
Always delicious, Catch 35 offers the freshest seafood and from the farm dishes with seasonal flavors. Fan favorites include pan roasted Chilean Sea Bass, Georges Bank Scallop Surf & Turf, Atlantic Salmon, Braised Beef short rib, and Nashville Hot Chicken.
The Music
The Eric Hochberg Trio plays every Tuesday through Saturday at Catch 35 Chicago. Eric Hochberg has been a mainstay of the Chicago music industry for over three decades. He has lent his bass work, and an occasional trumpet, keyboard and vocal lick, to a variety of projects across jazz, folk, rock and blues music.
He performed at the Jazz Festival of Chicago 21 times but also played at other festivals across the US and the rest of the world. Think: the famous Montreux or Rotterdam Jazz Festivals in Europe, Free Jazz in Brazil, the Blues and Roots Fest in Australia and much more.
And: he performed on the Oprah Winfrey shows three times, with Barbra Streisand, Johnny Mathis, and Gloria Estefan. You will find out more about the live jazz music at Catch 35 on their website.Â
Your Private Event
Whether you are looking for an intimate setting for your private seated dinner, or a larger scale reception, Catch 35 can accommodate private groups from 6 up to 75 people in one of their three private dining rooms. All rooms are separated from the main restaurant by glass doors.
For groups there are several customizable breakfast, lunch and dinner menus available: plated, sharing, or reception style.
Garage parking is available at a discounted rate but valet parking is available as well.
Need More Information?
Call 312-346-3500 to speak with a manager. Check the website for more information about hosting your private event at Catch 35.
It's Not Too Late: Your Holiday Event at the MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
The Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) is the largest science museum in the Western hemisphere and is housed in the only remaining structure from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. If you are still looking for a unique location for your holiday event, MSI may be the perfect place for you!Â
UNLIMITED OPTIONS
Dine beside a World War II German submarine. Stand inside a 40-foot tornado. Mingle below historic aircraft. Celebrate under a 130’ copper domed Rotunda. With thousands of exhibits, artifacts, interactive experiences and “wow†moments that last a lifetime, the MSI is the premier destination for unique and engaging special events. MSI features on-site, award-winning catering and event planning solutions.
Eight unique spaces (including outdoors) for daytime and evening events. MSI has a capacity of up to 12,000 guests with a full museum buyout. There are multiple options and set-up styles available for receptions, seated dinners, awards presentations, theater seating and more!
In addition to the standard menus, the MSI catering team can customize menus based on group size, budget, dietary needs, etc.
YOUR HOLIDAY EVENT
During these extraordinary times, we are all a bit more cautious about hosting events. At the Museum of Science and Industry, there are still options available for your end-of-year or holiday celebrations. Contact the team and check out special discounts if you book before the end of the year. They just extended the holiday promotion!
For more information, please email the MSI team at specialevents@msichicago.org
The Second City: Second to None Event & Meeting Spaces
How about hosting your next corporate or private event at the very same space where celebrated and award winning comedians like Joan Rivers, John Belushi, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Mike Myers, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert and Tina Fey have performed?
The Second City is available for private parties, corporate meetings, and special events of all kinds, for up to 450 people. You have the choice of different theater spaces and classrooms, numerous catering options, customized entertainment, workshops, and more, all under (or on top of) one roof, minutes away from downtown Chicago.
An Unforgettable Experience
The Second City offers an unforgettable experience and will handle your request professionally and 100% catered to your needs and wishes. Whether you want to host an intimate team building workshop or a wedding for hundreds of people: it is all possible. You decide what you want and a dedicated team will handle everything, including:
• Totally unique event spaces (private and semi-private)
• Full-service catering & diverse menus
• World-class entertainment
• A/V & tech equipment + support
• Bespoke production & custom content creation
• Professional workshops & meeting facilitation
Group and Event Sales Information
Nicole Cylkowski, Director of Group Sales and Events - 312-487-1015 - www.secondcity.com/events/chicago
SkyDeck Chicago: Stunning Views, Unforgettable Experiences
When the now-Willis-then-Sears Tower was completed in 1973, it became the tallest building in the world and it remained so until 1996. Today, the Willis Tower continues to be the tallest building in Chicago and one of the tallest in the world. Needless to say that attending an event on the 99th floor of this iconic architectural gem -with views of the Lakefront and four surrounding states!- is an unforgettable experience.
360-Degree Views
Throughout the years, the Skydeck has hosted hundreds of various events for many iconic organizations, including corporate meetings, birthday parties, weddings, and convention receptions. Spectacular 360-degree views ranging up to four states, combined with a Ledge visit, make any event an unforgettable experience.
Whether the occasion is professional or personal, for a large or small group: the Skydeck team will guide you throughout the creative process of organizing a memorable event. Their collaboration with several preferred catering partners allows you to make your event as fancy as you wish: from a pizza pie in the sky to a luxury dinner experience.
The Sky's the Limit
The Skydeck team has creatively accommodated weddings as well as several wedding proposals. At the same time, they have conducted military installation ceremonies, referred personal photographers, reserved private Ledge time, coordinated advance floral arrangements — the sky is literally the limit!
Skydeck Specs
- 8000 square feet of space
- Capacity of 50 to 175 seated guests, up to 300 for reception-style events
- Dance floor
- VIP access to Skydeck and the Ledge
- Optional photo packages
- Customized column color washes
- Close discounted garage parking
- Day-of event coordinator
Need more information?
Check the dedicated web page or call 312-875-1632
Blue is Back!
Blue Man Group Resumes Its Chicago Residency
Theatrical phenomenon Blue Man Group has made its long-awaited return to Chicago’s Briar Street Theatre. A dynamic combination of art, music, comedy and technology, Blue Man Group encourages audiences to reconnect with their inner (and outer) child in order to see the world through a new perspective.
“For more than 20 years, Blue Man Group has established itself as one of the top entertainment destinations in Chicago,†said Mary Grisolano, Managing Director of Blue Man Group. “We are absolutely thrilled to return to the stage and welcome new and returning audiences to the Briar Street Theatre.â€
About Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group originally debuted at the Briar Street Theatre in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood in 1997. Three bald and blue men explore today’s cultural norms with wonder, poking fun at the audience’s collective quirks and reminding them how much they all have in common.
The show is continually refreshed with new music, stories, custom instruments and state-of-the-art technology. It is a celebration of human connection that has universal appeal for a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds.
Blue Man Group has become part of the pop culture zeitgeist and has served as the face of branding campaigns for Intel and TIM/Brasil and appeared countless times on hit shows like “The Tonight Show,†“Arrested Development,†“Ellen,†“Schlag den Raab†(Germany), “WOWOW†(Japan), and “Caldeirão do Huck†(Brasil).
Beyond the stage show, they are Grammy-nominated recording artists, known for their contributions to various film and TV scores and multiple Blue Man Group albums. Their “Megastar World Tour†rock concert parody played arenas across the globe. The group’s first-ever book, Blue Man World, is a visually stunning anthropological exploration of the curious bald and blue character. 35 million people have seen Blue Man Group worldwide. Now it’s your turn. If you haven’t seen Blue Man Group, you haven’t seen Chicago.
Tickets & Group Reservations
Blue Man Group Chicago tickets are on sale now and prices range from $49 – $89. They can be purchased by visiting www.blueman.com. A full show schedule and pricing can also be found at www.blueman.com. Special rates are available for groups of 10 or more, varying from $57 – $70 per person. For groups of 10 or more, email chicagogroups@blueman.com to request information.