{"id":25628,"date":"2025-07-31T18:48:25","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T23:48:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/2025\/07\/31\/august-1-3-nbc-chicago\/"},"modified":"2025-07-31T18:48:26","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T23:48:26","slug":"august-1-3-nbc-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/2025\/07\/31\/august-1-3-nbc-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"August 1-3 \u2013 NBC Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Introduction to Chicago&#8217;s Weekend Events<\/h2>\n<p>From the massive Lollapalooza festival to DroneArt to a reptile breeding convention, there are plenty of obvious, and not-so-obvious, options for fun this weekend in and around the Chicago area.<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Lollapalooza<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>Lollapalooza is Chicago&#8217;s biggest music festival, with four days of some of the world&#8217;s best musicians against a backdrop of the Chicago skyline.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> Lollapalooza music festival<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Grant Park, Chicago<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> July 31 &#8211; Aug. 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Colorpalooza<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>Color Factory&#8217;s Colorpalooza is a weeklong festival celebrating color, art and music, designed to engage all the senses.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> Colorpalooza festival<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Willis Tower, 233 S. Wacker Dr., Chicago<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> July 28 &#8211; Aug 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Fiesta Del Sol<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>Fiesta del Sol is a celebration of life and the Latino culture, and an opportunity to continue empowering our community.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> Fiesta del Sol celebration<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> In Pilsen, on Cermak between Morgan and Ashland.<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> July 31 \u2013 Aug. 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Wilmette Art Fair<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>The Wilmette Art Fair features thousands of paintings, sculptures, photographs, jewelry, and more.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> Wilmette Art Fair<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Downtown Wilmette, 1141 Central Ave., Wilmette<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 10 a.m. &#8211; 5 p.m., Aug. 2-3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Black Women&#8217;s Expo<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>The Black Women&#8217;s Expo brings the hottest in beauty and hair trends, health and wellness, financial security, motivation and empowerment, and much more.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> The Black Women&#8217;s Expo<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> McCormick Place, 2301 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> Aug. 1-3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>North American Reptile Breeders Conference<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>Chicago Reptile House hosts the North American Reptile Breeders Conference, which features breeders from around the world.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> North American Reptile Breeders Conference<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Schaumburg Convention Center &amp; Hotel, 1551 N. Thoreau Dr., Schaumburg<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 10 a.m. &#8211; 5 p.m. on Aug. 2; 11 a.m. &#8211; 4 p.m. on Aug. 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>National Sports Collectors Convention<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>The 45th National Sports Collectors Convention is the country&#8217;s most famous Sports Card and Memorabilia Trade Show.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> National Sports Collectors Convention<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Rd., Rosemont<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> July 30 &#8211; Aug. 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Concerts in Chicago<\/h2>\n<h3>Morris Day and the Time<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHO:<\/strong> Morris Day and the Time<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Country Club Hills Amphitheater, 4150 183rd St., Country Club Hills<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 7 p.m. on Aug. 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Maxwell- The Serenade 2025<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHO:<\/strong> Maxwell<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> The Venue at Horseshoe Hammond, 777 Casino Center Dr., Hammond, Indiana<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 8 p.m. on Aug. 1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Boys II Men<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHO:<\/strong> Boyz II Men<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> The Venue at Horseshoe Hammond, 777 Casino Center Dr., Hammond, Indiana<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 8 p.m. on Aug. 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Ghost- Skeletour World Tour 2025<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHO:<\/strong> Ghost<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Allstate Arena, 6920 Mannheim Rd., Rosemont<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 8 p.m. on Aug. 1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Morgan Freeman\u2019s Symphonic Blues Experience<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> The Symphonic Blues Experience<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Ravinia, 201 Ravinia Park Rd., Highland Park<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Train<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHO:<\/strong> Train<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> Ravinia, 201 Ravinia Park Rd., Highland Park<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>DroneArt Show: A Music Concert and Drone Show<\/h2>\n<h3>Event Details<\/h3>\n<p>DroneArt Show is a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience that turns the sky into a 3D canvas choreographed to classical masterpieces.<\/p>\n<h4>When and Where<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>WHAT:<\/strong> DroneArt Show<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> SeatGeek Stadium, 7000 South Harlem Ave., Bridgeview<\/li>\n<li><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> 8:45 p.m. on Aug. 2-3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>This weekend in Chicago offers a diverse range of events and activities for all interests. From music festivals like Lollapalooza to unique experiences like the DroneArt Show, and from cultural celebrations to reptile breeding conventions, there&#8217;s something for everyone to enjoy.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Q:<\/strong> What are the dates for Lollapalooza?\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A:<\/strong> July 31 &#8211; Aug. 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q:<\/strong> Where can I find more information about the events?\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A:<\/strong> Check the official websites of the events or venues for more details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q:<\/strong> Are the events suitable for all ages?\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A:<\/strong> Some events may have age restrictions; it&#8217;s best to check with the event organizers or venue for specific information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q:<\/strong> Can I buy tickets at the venue?\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A:<\/strong> Availability and sales policies vary by event and venue; it&#8217;s recommended to purchase tickets in advance when possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction to Chicago&#8217;s Weekend Events From the massive Lollapalooza festival to DroneArt to a reptile breeding convention, there are plenty of obvious, and not-so-obvious, options for fun this weekend in and around the Chicago area. Lollapalooza Event Details Lollapalooza is Chicago&#8217;s biggest music festival, with four days of some of the world&#8217;s best musicians against [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":25629,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_lock_modified_date":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[30],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-25628","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-events"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/media.nbcchicago.com\/2025\/07\/lolla-crowd.png?resize=1200%2C675&quality=85&strip=all&w=1200&resize=1200,675&ssl=1","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25628"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25628"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25628\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25630,"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25628\/revisions\/25630"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25629"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25628"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25628"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25628"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}