Things to do in Chicago this weekend

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Looking for last minute New Year's Eve plans? Or just something to do before heading back to the daily grind after the holiday season? WBBM Newsradio’s Rachel Pierson has the latest roundup of weekend events.

New Year on the Pier

As soon as the clock strikes midnight, Navy Pier will ring in 2023 with its iconic fireworks display. Beforehand, the Aon Grand Ballroom plays host to the annual New Year on the Pier party, featuring food, drinks and live DJs.

New Years Eve 1922

Roll back the clocks and the calendars to 1922 with an unforgettable New Years Eve at Chicago's Rock Bottom Brewery. Enjoy two hours of live jazz by the Steve Knight Trio, preceding a two-hour showcase of comedy, drag and burlesque.

GAME OVER: PJ Party & Game Night

Step into 2023 comfortably. Meeting House Tavern in Andersonville hosts its Game Over PJ party, featuring board games, Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart and skee-ball.

New Philharmonic: New Year’s Eve Pops & Viennese Celebration

Why walk into the new year, when you can waltz? Head to the McAninch Arts Center in west suburban Glen Ellyn to catch New Philharmonic's New Year's Eve Pops and Viennese Celebration. The concert showcases everything from classical favorites to arias and pop.

NYE Comedy Bash at Laugh Factory Chicago

Looking for laughs? Chicago's Laugh Factory has the funniest New Year's Eve celebration in town! Located in the Belmont Theatre District, the event includes a seriously supreme lineup of comedians, plus a complimentary champagne toast.

Bears vs Lions

The Bears are in Detroit to take on the Lions this Sunday. Kickoff is at noon. Our exclusive, live coverage starts at 9 a.m. on WBBM Newsradio.

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