CHICAGO w/special guest Stevie McVie at RAVINIA in Highland Park (TIX AVAIL)

Are you a fan of classic rock, legendary horn sections, and timeless hits like "Saturday in the Park" and "25 or 6 to 4"? You won’t want to miss this! Let’s see the iconic band Chicago live at Ravinia! We’ll be kicking back on the lawn with blankets, chairs, delicious food, and plenty of wine — the perfect summer night picnic set to one of the greatest bands of all time. Let’s sing along, dance, and soak up every nostalgic note under the stars! These shows sell out fast, so grab your tickets soon and join the party!

**Tickets are $55 for GENERAL ADMISSION LAWN SEATS + service fee. You can also rent a chair and/or table if you do not want to lug one from home. Chairs are $10 and tables are $12.Just add before checkout. I already rented 1 table, so maybe we only need 1 more table? Go here to purchase a ticket, Pick SATURDAY 7/5/25, GENERAL ADMISION LAWN
"Chicago with special guest Stevie McVie"
https://www.ravinia.org/events/detail/chicago#showing_87

REMEMBER, BEFORE YOU CHECK OUT, YOU CAN ADD A CHAIR AND/OR A TABLE SO YOU DO NOT HAVE TO LUG ONE ALONG ON THE TRAIN!
ALSO KEEP IN MIND THERE IS A $24 SERVICE PROCESSING FEE, BUT IT IS FOR THE WHOLE CART, SO IF YOU ARE ATTENDING MORE THAN ONE SHOW, IT IS STILL $24! OR SEE IF YOU WANT TO BUY TICKETS WITH OTHER MEMBERS TO SAVE FEES! ALSO, YOU CAN GO TO THE HIGHLAND PARK BOX OFFICE FOR NO FEES!

We are doing the following shows this season at Ravinia, so click on the link here Windy City Wine+ Meetup Events to sign up for any of those shows as well:

1. 6/6/25 An Evening with Heart
2. 6/28/25 Al Green with special guest The O'Jays
3. 7/5/25 Chicago with special guest Stevie McVie /
4. 8/21/25 Lenny Kravitz

All of these are posted on Meetup, so sign up for one or all of them! Best to purchase all at once to save fees if attending several shows! It will be a fun summer!

Please try to come early so it is to meet at the front & sit together. I will post my location once I arrive. I plan to arrive at 5 pm when the gates open!

If you drive, it is $25 for parking. For bigger shows, they may send you to satellite lots, so I strongly suggest coming early if you can! Otherwise, you will have to wait for shuttle buses to bring you to the venue. Can also park at the Highland Park Metra station after 4 pm for free & shuttle over. More details here:
https://www.ravinia.org/visit/getting-here#train

I will most likely take the Metra. You will need to take the Union Pacific North line. You can get on at Chicago OTC, Clybourn, Ravenswood etc. If you want to ride the Metra with me, meet me at the Ravenswood station, or if you get on before me, then we can meet on the train. Once it gets closer, we can coordinate train time as the summer schedule is not out yet! The train stops at Ravinia’s Tyler Gate (“Ravinia Park” stop)*.
The nearby “Braeside” stop is only a quarter-mile walk from Ravinia. For more info go here
https://www.ravinia.org/visit/getting-here#train

PLEASE, BRING FOOD OR DRINKS TO SHARE. WE DO THIS PICNIC POTLUCK STYLE SO ALL MUST BRING SOMETHING! JUST LEAVE A COMMENT AS TO WHAT YOU WILL BRING! I WILL RENT A TABLE, BUT BRING A TABLE IF YOU CAN, SO WE CAN SET UP EVERYTHING!

Chicago is a pioneering American rock band formed in 1967, known for blending rock and roll with a bold brass sound to create a genre-defying mix of jazz-rock, pop, and classical-infused music. Originally named Chicago Transit Authority, the band quickly shortened its name after their debut album and went on to become one of the most commercially successful and longest-running bands in history. Their lineup has evolved over time, but founding members like Robert Lamm (keyboards/vocals), James Pankow (trombone), and Lee Loughnane (trumpet) have remained active.

Chicago made its mark with ambitious compositions and a politically and socially conscious edge in the early years, producing enduring classics like “25 or 6 to 4,” “Beginnings,” and “Saturday in the Park.” In the 1980s, the band transitioned into a more pop-oriented sound, scoring major hits with power ballads like “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” “You’re the Inspiration,” and “Hard Habit to Break.” Their ability to evolve with the times without losing their core identity helped them maintain a multi-generational fan base.

To date, Chicago has sold over 100 million records, earned more than 20 Top 10 hits, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016. They are recognized as “The Band with Horns,” one of the few rock acts to make horns a central part of their sound. With over 38 albums and a non-stop touring schedule, Chicago continues to be a vital presence in the world of live music. https://chicagotheband.com/

Ravinia Festival is an outdoor music venue in Highland Park, Illinois. It hosts a series of outdoor concerts and performances every summer from June to September. The first orchestra to perform at Ravinia Festival was the New York Philharmonic under Walter Damrosch on June 17, 1905. It has been the summer home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) since 1936. Located in the Ravinia neighborhood, the venue operates on the grounds of the 36-acre (15 ha) Ravinia Park, with a variety of outdoor and indoor performing arts facilities, including the architectural prairie style Martin Theater. The Ravinia Festival attracts about 600,000 listeners to some 120 to 150 events that span all genres from classical music to jazz to music theater over each three-month summer season.
https://ravinia.org/

If you are taking public transportation, please check Google Maps for directions or use the Metra trip planner. https://ridertools.metrarail.com/maps-schedules/train-lines/UP-N

If you drive, see the info I gave above on parking, or check Ravinia's website

PLEASE KEEP RSVP UP TO DATE AND DO NOT BE A NO SHOW!