Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Downtown Elgin Live Music & Entertainment Scene - June 16-18




Thursday, June 16

Y-Walk/Y-Ride Kickoff - Elgin Persons of the Week
Villa Verone
13 Douglas Avenue
847-742-0263
http://www.villaverone.net/

This Thursday beginning at 6:30PM, Villa Verone hosts some very special Elgin Persons of the Week: the YWCA Elgin, who will be on hand to promote the YW's Y-Walk/Y-Ride event which takes place on July 10 at 10:30AM in Festival Park. Enjoy free appetizers, karaoke, dancing and fun with friends, all while supporting the YW!

Three Amigos Movie Night
Elgin Public House
219 E. Chicago Street
847-468-8810
http://www.elginpublichouse.com/

Grab your lip balm, summon the invisible swordsman and sew like the wind over to EPH beginning at 8PM for a screening of the all-time comedy classic The Three Amigos. EPH will be offering specials on Corona and El-berita as well as a plethora of Three Amigos inspired food specials. Wash it down with some Tequila...it's like beer.

Friday, June 17

Elgin BrewFest
Festival Park
Prairie Street & South Grove Avenue
http://www.elginbrewfest.com/

On Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18 from 5PM-Midnight, come out and enjoy Elgin Brewfest, an outdoor live music festival that takes place every Father's Day Weekend in downtown Elgin. The event features a large selection of premium beers, classic festival grub and, of course, live music from your favorite local bands!

Friday night's performers include Friction - 6-7PM, Modern Day Romeos - 7:30-8:30PM and Infinity - 9-11PM. Saturday night features Smokin Gunz - 6-7PM, HiFi Superstar - 7:30-8:30PM and 7th Heaven - 9-11PM.

Tickets must be purchased for all beer sales. Wristbands with valid photo ID must be obtained to purchase alcohol. $5 per ticket. 1 ticket = 1 (16oz) beer or 1 (6oz) glass of wine. All proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Elgin.

For more information regarding Elgin Brewfest, please e-mail Info@ElginBrewfest.com or visit http://www.elginbrewfest.com/

My Lazy Elephant
The Gasthaus
15 N. Grove Avenue
847-695-8828

At 9PM, stop by The Gast for the unofficial Brewfest after-party featuring the return of My Lazy Elephant. And don't forget that The Gasthaus is now open for lunch with a great selection of burgers, sandwiches and pub food.

Hot and Sexy Salsa Night
Villa Verone
13 Douglas Avenue
847-742-0263
http://www.villaverone.net/

Spice up your weekend at Villa Verone with another installment of their Hot & Sexy Salsa Night beginning at 9PM. Come dance the night away!

Saturday, June 18

Thunder on the Fox
Fox River at McBride Street
http://www.thunderonthefox.com/

On Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19, bring the family out to the banks of the Fox River in downtown Elgin to enjoy all the action of live Formula Two and Formula Three Tunnel Boat racing excitement as APR Superleague and McGrath Motorsports present Thunder on the Fox!

Race times are Noon-5PM on both Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for kids (6-12), and free admission for kids 5 and under. Tickets will be on sale at the event location on McBride Street beginning at 8AM on Friday, June 17. Bring your own lawn chairs. Food and beverage vendors will be on hand. No food, alcohol, coolers or pets allowed.

For more specific details about the event, visit their website at ThunderOnTheFox.com

Sunday, June 19

Father's Day Brunch

Elgin Public House
219 E. Chicago Street
847-468-8810
http://www.elginpublichouse.com/

Brunch for the Dads we love featuring chocolate covered bacon, bacon stuffed with bacon wrapped in bacon, peppered candied bacon on top of a deviled egg, carving Station and more! $18.95 per person. Reservations recommended.

Dads Eat Free
Douglas Street Sports Pub
231 Douglas Avenue
847-695-5659
http://www.douglasstreetsportsbar.com/

On Father's Day at Douglas Street Sports Pub DADS EAT FREE (with $10.99 or greater table purchase) all day long! Bring the entire family and celebrate Dad! Doors open at 11AM.

Dad's Day Drink Special
Martini Room
161 E. Chicago Street
847-741-0349
http://www.martiniroomelgin.com/

Martini Room has prepared a very special cocktail for Father's Day: the Algonquin Manhattan. Elegantly composed of Jim Beam, Grand Marnier, Angostura bitters, orange zest and pineapple juice, this unique cocktail is sure to become a favorite and all fathers can enjoy it on Father's Day for 25% off regular price.

Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful dads out there!

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