Class of 1995 50th Birthday Celebration in Chicago

We hope you can join us for our collective birthday weekend bash in Chicago!

Two class dinners and a boat cruise are included in the registration fees. A Cubs Game, Second City Improv and Sunday brunch are also options and we will reach out about those soon.

For those who need lodging, we have a room block at The Silversmith Hotel. (bit.ly/3KHtdhg)

Itinerary

Friday, July 21, 2023: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Dinner @ Carnivale

Join us for a pan-Latin buffet dinner and cash bar. https://www.carnivalechicago.com/ The mojitos are amazing, as is the food! This restaurant is guaranteed to be the most colorful one you've ever been in!

Semi-formal attire. Class jackets are welcome!

Saturday, July 22, 2023: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Architectural Boat Tour

THE must-do event for any visitor to Chicago! For more than 25 years, the CAC's expertly trained docent volunteers have led the river cruise, sharing fascinating stories behind more than 50 buildings along the Chicago River. Hear how Chicago grew from a small settlement into one of the world's largest cities in less than 100 years. In just 90 minutes, you'll get the best overview of Chicago’s architecture and its history. Every tour is different and there's no better way to see the city!

Saturday, July 22, 2023: 1:20 PM - 4:00 PM

Cubs vs. Cardinals (Optional)

Baseball fans can opt into a Cubs game - we will organize a group purchase for this iconic rivalry.

Saturday, July 22, 2023: 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM

The Best of Second City Improv (Optional)

The Best of The Second City features some of the best sketch comedy and songs from their comedy vaults updated for the modern era, as well as some newer classics and trademark improvisation performed by The Second City Touring Company’s best and brightest…and funniest!

Saturday, July 22, 2023: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Formal Dinner at the Art Institute

Enjoy a catered dinner -- and open bar -- on the Bluhm Terrace at Chicago's famous Art Institute. Weather permitting we will have a view of the Navy Pier Fireworks after dark.

Black (and orange) tie optional.

Sunday, July 23, 2023: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sunday Brunch (Optional)

We're working on brunch plans for those who have time to join Sunday morning. Details to come. Make late afternoon flight plans and join us!

*If you are interested in attending but the costs are prohibitive, please reach out to Adam Lichtenstein (vaduz88@gmail.com)