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The annual Taste of River North, presented by the River North Residents Association and produced by Ravenswood Special Events and Duff Entertainment, will showcase one of Chicago\u2019s most entertaining destination neighborhoods in a variety of flavors for a 16th<\/sup> consecutive year, Friday, July 21 \u2013 Sunday, July 23.<\/p>\n From the area\u2019s most dynamic restaurants and chefs to artisans and bands, Taste of River North features many of River North\u2019s leading attractions in one spot, over one long weekend. With the Chicago River glistening on one end and Chicago\u2019s mesmerizing skyline dancing off the other, the festival location \u2013 Montgomery Ward Park \u2013 is second to none.<\/p>\n What<\/strong>: 2017 Taste of River North<\/p>\n When<\/strong>: Friday, July 21st – Sunday, July 23rd<\/p>\n Friday: 5 pm-10 pm<\/p>\n Saturday: noon-10 pm<\/p>\n Sunday: 11 am-8 pm<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Montgomery Ward Park at Erie & Kingsbury in Chicago, IL 60654<\/p>\n How Much<\/strong>: $5 suggested donation at the gate<\/p>\n NEW for 2017<\/strong>:<\/p>\n Taste of River North\u2019s focus is on the local restaurant and chef-driven food scene. Everything featured at the Taste of River North is curated based on its quality and popularity in the neighborhood. The 2017 participating restaurant vendors include:<\/p>\n Big & Little’s<\/em><\/p>\n Da Lobsta<\/em><\/p>\n El Campeon<\/em><\/p>\n El Hefe<\/em><\/p>\n Hutch American Cafe<\/em><\/p>\n Motel Bar<\/em><\/p>\n Pinstripes<\/em><\/p>\n Pranzi<\/em><\/p>\n Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse<\/em><\/p>\n SafeHouse Chicago<\/em><\/p>\n Sholado<\/em><\/p>\n The Lifeway Kefir Shop<\/em><\/p>\n Local River North hot spots, Hubbard Inn and Joy District, are also sponsoring the Taste of River North Beer Garden at the fest. After the fest, they are inviting festgoers to join them at the bar for no cover and drink specials all night long.<\/p>\n Friday: 10PM – close @ Hubbard Inn<\/em><\/p>\n Saturday: 10PM – close @ Hubbard Inn<\/em><\/p>\n Sunday: 8PM – close @ Joy District<\/em><\/p>\n The live music stage at Taste of River North features some of Chicago\u2019s most popular party bands, headlined* on Friday by throwback heartthrobs, Boy Band Review; on Saturday by 80\u2019s cover powerhouse, Sixteen Candles; and on Sunday by the legendary funk machine, The Heard. This year\u2019s full weekend lineup is as follows:<\/p>\n Friday, July 21<\/em><\/p>\n 5:00 Don\u2019t Speak (No Doubt Tribute)<\/p>\n 6:00 Funky Monks (RHCP Tribute)<\/p>\n 7:00 Our Name is Jonas (Weezer Tribute)<\/p>\n 8:30 Boy Band Review*<\/p>\n Saturday, July 22<\/em><\/p>\n 12:00 To the 9s<\/p>\n 2:00 Senn Alan Band<\/p>\n 4:00 Stache<\/p>\n 6:00 Hello Weekend<\/p>\n 8:00 Sixteen Candles*<\/p>\n Sunday, July 23<\/em><\/p>\n 12:00 Swingabilly Slim<\/p>\n 2:00 The North 41<\/p>\n 4:30 Nasty Snacks<\/p>\n 6:00 The Heard*<\/p>\n Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children\u2019s Hospital of Chicago & Kohl\u2019s Cares, the philanthropic arm of Kohl’s Department Stores, have teamed up to once again proudly present Lurie’s Kids Activities at the Taste of River North. The Lurie’s Kids Activity Area, located right next to Ward Park\u2019s incredible playground, also includes amusing family entertainment like the bubble guy and various demonstrations from local organizations.<\/p>\n Saturday, July 22<\/em><\/p>\n 11:00 – 5:00 Kids Zone programming (various vendors & partners)<\/p>\n 12:00 – 2:30 Glowby the Bubbler<\/p>\n 2:00 – 4:00 Balloon Making sponsored by State Farm<\/p>\n Sunday, July 23<\/em><\/p>\n 11:00 – 5:00 Kids Zone programming (various vendors & partners)<\/p>\n 12:00 – 3:00 Glowby the Bubbler<\/p>\n River North is a pet lover\u2019s paradise and Taste of River North recognizes that pet friendliness with a full slate of activities for pets and their owners.<\/p>\n Saturday, July 22<\/em><\/p>\n 12:00 -6:00 BLVD Pet photo booth<\/p>\n 12:00 – 3:00 Tails Up Chicago &Bentley\u2019s Pet Stuff bone bar<\/p>\n Sunday, July 23<\/em><\/p>\n 12:00 – 6:00 BLVD Pet photo booth<\/p>\n 11:00 -2:00 Tails Up Chicago &Bentley\u2019s Pet Stuff bone bar<\/p>\n Echoes of Chicago , a local\u00a0nonprofit organization, will activate Montgomery Park\u2019s Riverwalk area through a celebration of local art, with contributions from Chicago artists, artisans, and craftspeople. In addition to a variety of performances and purchasable art. Attendees of all ages are encouraged to join this celebration of local art.<\/p>\n Saturday, July 22<\/em><\/p>\n Music:<\/em><\/p>\n 1:20 – 2:30 JBrinae<\/p>\n 5:30 – 6:00 Forever (Alt Rock)<\/p>\n 7:30 – 8:00 Prelude to a Million<\/p>\n Arts & Crafts (all day):<\/em><\/p>\n Kite Decoration,\u00a0Paper Bag Lantern Decoration, #ChiLoveYou postcard mural, Sugar Skull Decoration, Screenprint Station, Photobooth<\/p>\n Evening Activity:<\/em><\/p>\n Illuminated Balloons<\/p>\n Sunday, July 23<\/em><\/p>\n Music:<\/em><\/p>\n 11:00 – 12:00 Animal Farm (popular kids band)<\/p>\n 1:00 – 1:05 PMG (family-friend singalong)<\/p>\n 1:05 – 2:00 Rob (instrumental)<\/p>\n 4:00 – 4:30 The Perry Dontae Experience<\/p>\n 5:30 – 6:00 The Pack Drumline<\/p>\n Arts & Crafts (all day):<\/em><\/p>\n Kite Decoration,\u00a0Paper Bag Lantern Decoration, #ChiLoveYou postcard mural, Sugar Skull Decoration, Screenprint Station, Photobooth<\/p>\n Echoes of Chicago is a 100% volunteer run nonprofit whose mission is to create affordable, innovative arts and music events that promote Chicago culture and community while raising awareness and funds for local nonprofits.<\/em><\/p>\n Back by popular demand are morning workouts in the park hosted by fest sponsor, East Bank Club. For those who want to start the day energized, East Bank trainers will lead a rigorous outdoor workout program for free \u2013 in front of the main stage. The workouts will take place on Saturday and Sunday at 10:15 am before Taste of River North opens.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" 16th Annual Taste of River North River North’s Signature Summer Event to Celebrate Neighborhood Food & Culture The annual Taste of River North, presented by the River North Residents Association and produced by Ravenswood Special Events and Duff Entertainment, will showcase one of Chicago\u2019s most entertaining destination neighborhoods in a variety of flavors for […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":42,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6318","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsite.rnrachicago.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6318","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsite.rnrachicago.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsite.rnrachicago.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsite.rnrachicago.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsite.rnrachicago.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=6318"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/newsite.rnrachicago.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6318\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsite.rnrachicago.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=6318"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Key Details<\/h4>\n
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The Food & Drink<\/h4>\n
The Music<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\u00a0 The Kids Zone<\/h4>\n
The Pet Experience<\/h4>\n
The Echoes Art on the Riverwalk<\/h4>\n
The Morning Workouts<\/h4>\n