Thanksgiving is just a few short weeks away, and with it comes the equally important “Blackout/Black Wednesday”—the night before the holiday when all your old friends are in town and the good times roll!
Whether you’re reconnecting with childhood friends or getting together with your siblings, here are all the best local spots to drink, dance, and kick back this Black Wednesday.
Free live music and half-price happy hour at aliveOne
aliveOne is ringing in Black Wednesday with a night of discounted drinks, free live music, good vibes all around!
House band Bonzo Squad will bring their signature jazz-funk sound to the stage while guests enjoy a half price happy hour from 5-7 p.m.
Revelers can keep the party going with $8 cocktails and $6 Half Acre brews all night.
📍Where: 2683 N Halsted St.
⏰ When: Wednesday, November 26
“Weird Wednesday” Art Night at Remedy
Remedy in Wicker Park is giving guests a unique and creative way to celebrate this Black Wednesday with its “Weird Wednesday” art night.
Guests will enjoy a night of painting and coloring with the chance to have their artwork displayed on Remedy’s beloved art wall.
Bargoers will also take advantage of a half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
📍Where: 1910 N Milwaukee Ave.
⏰ When: Wednesday, November 26
$10 Cocktails at The Getaway
The Getaway is the perfect spot to enjoy a laid-back Black Wednesday hang, and this holiday the Lincoln Square lounge is offering big drink deals.
Guests can sip $10 cocktails all night, along with $8 wines, $6 drafts brews, and $4 domestic beers.
For the perfect pairing, the Getaway will offer an assortment of snacks including cheese boards from Beautiful Rind.
📍Where: 4530 N Lincoln Ave.
⏰ When: Wednesday, November 26
Half-price happy hour and newly renovated digs at Estelle’s
Estelle’s recently underwent a major renovation and guests can take in the new digs this Black Wednesday!
While enjoying the upgraded ambiance, bargoers will enjoy a half-price happy hour from 4-7 p.m. and $7 house cocktails all night.
To top it off, Estelle’s kitchen stays open until 4 a.m. serving up late night noshes like smash burgers, grilled cheeses, and more.
📍Where: 2013 W. North Ave.
⏰ When: Wednesday, November 26
Turkey giveaway and happy hour at Cody’s
Cody’s is kicking off the holidays early on Black Wednesday, opening its doors to guests (and their dogs 🐶) at 12 p.m.
Guests will enjoy happy hour drink deals from 6-9 p.m., along with a special raffle with a grand prize of a Hamm’s bar sign and Butterball turkey.
Weather permitting, Cody’s covered outdoor beer garden will be open with TVs, bean bags, and darts. Indoors guests can enjoy pool, Big Buck Hunter, and other games.
📍Where: 1658 W Barry Ave.
⏰ When: Wednesday, November 26
“Emo Night” at Central Park Bar
Do you know the lyrics to “Misery Business” by heart? Or maybe you rocked a scene kid swoop haircut back in 2012?
If so, then “Emo Night” at Central Park Bar is your go-to destination this Black Wednesday for all the throwback vibes.
Beginning at 9 p.m., guests can enjoy a live DJ dance party featuring all the best pop punk and emo jams. Be sure to pre-game with a half-price happy hour from 4-7 p.m. and cozy up around one of the bar’s several outdoor fire pits.
📍Where: 2924 N Central Park Ave.
⏰ When: Wednesday, November 26
DJ Dance Party at Easy Bar
Last but certainly not least, Easy Bar in Wicker Park is turning up the tunes this Black Wednesday with a DJ dance party and drink deals galore.
It’s half-off all drinks from 4-6 p.m., followed by all night deals like $6 hard seltzers, $9 beer + shot combos, and more. DJ Jake Monaco will be spinning jams all night long.
📍Where: 1944 W Division St.
⏰ When: Wednesday, November 26