(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — Here’s what’s going on this weekend in the Chicago area:
—It’s the debut of the “Art on the MART” spring projection series. This year’s program focuses on climate change and is done in partnership with Shedd Aquarium. You’ll find a 25-foot-fall video installation on the side of the Merchandise Mart twice a night starting at 8:30.
—Treat your tastebuds to the city's award-winning culinary scene as Chicago Restaurant Week wraps up. Enjoy multi-course meals from restaurants throughout Chicago and nearby suburbs—all under $55
—EXPO Chicago returns to Navy Pier this weekend for the first time since 2019. The International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art hosts more than 140 of the world’s most prominent contemporary galleries.
—Hop on over to the suburbs for an array of Easter activities: Historic downtown Love Grove hosts an Egg Hunt Walkthrough at 4 p.m. Saturday; Lisle Community Park hosts a nighttime hunt at 8 p.m.; American Legion Post 1977 in New Lenox offers an adults-only egg hunt.
—Let the good times pour with the return of Brew and Vine in Tinley Park. The 11th annual event is back at the Tinley Park Convention Center from 4-10 on Saturday offering samples of wine, beer and food from your favorite vendors.
—And immerse yourself in the world of film as the Music Box Theatre welcomes back “David Lynch: A Complete Retrospective.” The venue will be showing the film director’s features on 35mm, with additional shorts, documentaries, music videos, and other works in the same orbit.