NEW DATE!🎵 Funk, Soul & Sips by the Water–Burnham Harbor w/D Delneky Band 🍷🌊

⚠️ Event Rescheduled Due to Weather ⚠️ Tonight’s event (Mon 7/28 @ 6 PM) is now rescheduled to: 📅 Mon, 8/18/25 @6 PM

🎵 Funk, Soul & Sips by the Water – Burnham Harbor with Drew Delneky Band 🍷🌊

Let’s go back to this great lakefront spot at Burnham Harbor!

We’ve had a blast here before—even in chilly weather—so fingers crossed for a warm, dry summer evening. It’s truly a hidden gem in the South Loop with live music most nights, good food, and reasonably priced drinks. You’ll feel like you’re on vacation on the coast, not in Chicago!
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📅 When:
Monday July 28, 2025
⏰ Music starts ~6:30 PM
✅ We’re going earlier to grab patio spots (first come, first served).
✅ Can't make it early? Let me know so we can try to hold a spot—no guarantees!
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🎸 Featured Band: Drew Delneky Band
High-energy funk-rock, soul, and rock—a real crowd-pleaser!
🎤 Drew is a Chicago native known for dynamic, soulful performances.
🔥 He fronts The Prime, a Midwest rock powerhouse.
🎭 Background in musical theater and blues (played with Buddy Guy & Koko Taylor).
🎶 His other project, The Fullerton Transfer, blends old-school funk with rock for a fresh, slap-you-in-the-face sound.
📌 Check him out:

• Facebook
• YouTube
• Instagram

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📍 Where:
Boat Drinks at Burnham Harbor
1 block SE of Soldier Field, next to the boat launch.
📌 Website
📌 Facebook
🍔 Menu
✨ Enjoy stunning lake views while sipping cocktails or wine. The vibe feels like a Florida or California beach café!
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🪑 Seating & Food:
✅ Outdoor patio—tables fit 4–6.
✅ No reservations—first come, first served.
✅ Counter service—everyone pays for their own food & drinks.
✅ Great appetizers, sandwiches, pizza, adult juice boxes, ice-cold beer & wine.
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🦟 Pro Tip:
Bring bug spray! The venue is right on the beach, and it can get buggy after dark.
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🚌🚗 Getting There:
✅ Public Transit:
Take the #146 Museum Campus Bus to the Soldier Field & Field Museum stop, then walk south on Museum Campus Drive past the Gold Star Police Memorial and east on Waldron Drive to Burnham Harbor. Follow the signs!
📌 CTA Trip Planner
✅ Parking Nearby:

• SP+ Parking, 586 E Waldron Dr
• Waldron Parking Deck, 448–458 E 18th Dr
  Use SpotHero or Parking Whiz for the best rates and easy booking but may have to walk several blocks. Nearby parking is pricey!

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⚠️ No-Show Policy:
✔️ 3 no-shows without RSVP updates = 3-month hold from future events.
✔️ Cutoff to update RSVP = event start time.
✔️ If you’re late, message the host directly.
✔️ Always check in with the host upon arrival.

💬 Come hang lakeside with cool people, good vibes, live music, and a drink in hand! Let’s toast to Chicago summer together.

🌊🍹 RSVP now to save your spot!