Chicago - Official Visitors Guide - (Page 52) see & do Chicago Indoor Racing Chicago’s most exciting indoor kart racing and meeting facility. Our 85,000-sq.-ft. facility features two indoor kart racing tracks, an award-winning restaurant and bar and state-of-the-art meeting space. Five miles off of 294/Rte. 53. Mon.–Wed. 4pm–10pm; Thurs. 4pm–11pm; Fri. Noon–Midnight; Sat. 9am–Midnight; Sun. 10am–9pm. Drivers must be aged 18 or older with a valid driver’s license to race. Drivers 16 and 17 with a valid driver’s license may race upon completion of a Parental Release and Waiver form (parents must accompany any minor while in our building). 301 Hastings Dr., Buffalo Grove, 847-941-9400, www.chicagoindoorracing.com Chicago Mercantile Exchange An international marketplace that brings together buyers and sellers on its trading floors and GLOBEX around-the-clock electronic trading. 30 S. Wacker Dr., 312-930-8249, www.cme.com (Events) • 10/6/07–10/28/07 (Sat. and Sun. only, Noon–3pm): Tricks & Treats at The Hancock Observatory • 11/14/07: Hancock Holiday Mountain Railroad Opening • 11/15/07: Magnificent Mile Lights Festival • 11/17/07–12/23/07 (Sat. and Sun. only, 11am–5:30pm): A Great View & Santa Too! • 12/31/07: New Year’s Eve Fireworks • 12/7/07–1/6/08: The LaSalle Bank Winter Wonderfest • 1/26/08–1/27/08: Patch’s Pirate Festival • 2/1/08–2/29/08: Navy Pier Celebrates Black History Month Navy Pier IMAX Theatre Presenting IMAX films in 3D and PSE digital sound, located in the family pavilion at Navy Pier. Advance tickets available by phone, call 312-444-FILM. Group rates for 20 or more, call 312-595-0090. Mon.–Sat. 9:30am–10pm; Sun. 10:30am–9:30pm. 700 E. Grand Ave., 312-595-5MAX, www.imax.com/chicago Hershey’s Chicago Operate Hershey’s Magnificent Chocolate Works Machine to become a factory worker, with a photo ID and your own assortment of chocolates! Sing along with our baker, the Hersheyizer, who performs daily. Daily 10am–10pm (Memorial Day–Dec. 31); Sun.–Thurs. 10am–8pm; Fri. & Sat. 10am–10pm (Jan. 1–Memorial Day). 822 N. Michigan Ave., 312-337-7711, www.hersheys.com/discover Daley Civic Center Picasso sculpture, “Under the Picasso.” Washington and Dearborn Sts., 312-346-3278 Diversey River Bowl Interact and party in our cool and comfortable bowling center. Networking has never been more fun — with our awesome music, a phenomenal light show and video arcade. Open bowling every night. Sun.–Fri. Noon–2am; Sat. 10am–3am. 2211 W. Diversey Pkwy., 773-227-5800, www.DRBowl.com Horseshoe Casino Hammond Only 20 minutes from downtown, seconds off the Chicago Skyway. Home of the best odds, highest limits and biggest jackpots. Exclusive high limit areas. Free admission and parking. Open daily, 24 hours. 777 Casino Center Dr. Hammond, IN, 866-711-SHOE, www.horseshoe.com Majestic Star Casinos & Hotel Located just off of I-90 or I-80/94. Spacious and elegant. More than 1,500 new and diverse slot machines; 50 table games and more! 2,000-space parking garage. Open 24 hours. One Buffington Harbor Dr., Gary, IN, 888-2B-LUCKY, www.majesticstar.com Sears Tower Skydeck Get up here and view the world! Breathtaking 360-degree views from the Western Hemisphere’s Tallest Building. You haven’t seen Chicago until you’ve seen it from the top of the Sears Tower. Become a Chicago expert by taking our new Acoustiguide Skylights tour – just add $5.50 to your visit. Adults $12.95; Kids (3–11) $9.50; Kids under 3 free. Apr.–Sept. 10am–10pm; Oct.–Mar. 10am–8pm. Last admission 30 minutes prior to closing. (Jackson Blvd. entrance) 233 S. Wacker Dr., 312-875-9696, www.theskydeck.com WhirlyBall Chicago WhirlyBall combines basketball, lacrosse and bumper cars all rolled into one. Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting or outing, team-building session, bar/bat mitzvah, birthday, bachelor or holiday party, WhirlyBall is the most complete venue in Chicagoland that offers a variety of entertainment options including Laser Tag, a complete menu, and flexible event facilities that can comfortably accommodate 10–500 attendees. 1880 W. Fullerton Ave., 800-894-4759, www.whirlyball.com WhirlyBall Vernon Hills The newest WhirlyBall in Vernon Hills offers two WhirlyBall courts, laser tag, a climbing wall, video games, pool tables, high-def. bigscreen TVs, and the Upper Deck Bar & Grill that serves a complete menu. From entertainers and photographers to comprehensive A/V capabilities and wireless Internet, a professional event planner will guide youthrough all available options. Sun.–Thurs. 11am–10pm; Fri. and Sat. 11am–Midnight. 285 Center Dr., Vernon Hills, 800-894-4759, www.whirlyball.com Windy City Fieldhouse Chicago’s premier team-building and entertainment company specializing in team building, outdoor picnics, interactive receptions/product launches, “Mission Impossible” scavenger hunts, fundraisers/casino nights, summer associate programs, new hire training programs, meetings and more. Best raw space in Chicago. 3,000 capacity plus free parking, flexible catering policies and AV program. Open daily 9am–Midnight. 2367 W. Logan Blvd., 773-486-7300, www.windycityfieldhouse.com ESPN Zone Sports-themed dining and entertainment complex with more than 150 video monitors, a 16’x13’ screen and interactive sports games. The perfect venue for groups of 25–1,200. Open daily. , $$. 43 E. Ohio St., 312-644-3776 www.espnzone.com Maxwell Street Market Between Taylor Street and Depot Place, every Sun. 7am–3pm. Canal St., 312-744-4006 GameWorks Owned and operated by Sega Entertainment, USA, Inc. The ultimate entertainment destination where guests can eat, drink, party and play. Featuring more than 200 interactive games and exclusive attractions, a full-service restaurant, two bars and private meeting space. Open 11am–Midnight Mon.–Wed.; 11am–1am Thurs.; 11am–2am Fri.; 10am–2am Sat.; 10am–Midnight Sun. Meeting and party packages available. 601 N. Martingale Rd., Schaumburg, 847-330-9675, www.gameworks.com The Hancock Observatory The 94thfloor observatory, more than 1,000 feet above Chicago at the John Hancock Center, features an open-air Skywalk, the Midwest’s highest open-air experience; Sky Tours, which takes you on a personal audio tour of Chicago’s incredible sights and remarkable history; Soundscope 3-D “talking” telescopes that speak in four languages and create startling real sound effects; a Chicago history wall; and a theme park-style ticketing area that recreates the construction of the John Hancock Center. Open daily 9am–11pm. Admission: Adults $10.25; children ages 5–12 $6.50; senior citizens $8 (plus tax), children 4 and under free. 875 N. Michigan Ave., 94th Fl., 888-875-VIEW, www.hancockobservatory.com cont. ™ Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament A two-hour tournament with six knights on horseback competing in games of skill, combat and jousting, all while you enjoy a four-course medieval feast in a climate controlled 11th-century castle. Open year round. 2001 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg, 847-843-3900, www.medievaltimes.com Merchandise Mart (MMPI) Tour 600 world-famous furniture showrooms, host a party in the Art Deco lobby or a showroom, take a cooking class at Luxe Home, shop antiques show in May, the design show in Oct., or the craft show in Dec. Ste. 470, Merchandise Mart, 312-527-4141, www.merchandisemart.com (Events) • 12/07/07–12/09/07: One-of-a-Kind Show and Sale Navy Pier A Chicago landmark and the city’s most-visited destination, featuring more than 50 acres of parks, shops, restaurants and attractions. Ride the Ferris wheel, enjoy the Crystal Gardens, visit the Chicago Children’s Museum or IMAX Theatre and take a tour boat ride. Special events include Navy Fear and Winter WonderFest. Fireworks on Wed. at 9:30pm and Sat. at 10:15pm Memorial Day–Labor Day. 600 E. Grand Ave., 312-595-PIER, www.navypier.com (Events) • 11/24/07: Santa Arrives at Navy Pier by Boat cont. ™ Casinos/Riverboats Blue Chip Casino Hotel Enjoy the best gaming in a one level, 65,000-sq.-ft. casino. More than 2,000 slots, 50 table games and eight table poker room. Rock in Rocks lounge, dine in William B’s Steakhouse, Options Buffet or Nelson’s. 2 Easy St., Michigan City, IN, 219-879-7711, www.bluechipcasino.com pg 52 £ Two ways to get more information: call 1-877-CHICAGO or go to choosechicago.com http://choosechicago.com
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