Charter One Pavilion

On a peninsula jutting out into Lake Michigan near the Museum Campus and Soldier Field, this outdoor music venue serves up a summer-long music series.

These events are happening nearby:

• 0.45 miles W - Jellies / Shedd Aquarium and Oceanarium / Thru Labor Day / Jellies have staying power. They’ve survived—and thrived—in the Earth’s oceans for more than 500 million years. And a dazzling array of diverse species will extend their stay at Shedd’s special exhibit, Jellies.Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of jellies, where simple bell-shaped forms are the result of complex biological processes, and delicate frills harbor tiny venomous harpoons that paralyze prey. Even though they don’t have blood, bones, or brains, jellies aren’t as simple as they look!
• 0.45 miles W - Jazzin' at the Shedd / Shedd Aquarium and Oceanarium / Wednesday evenings, June 26 through Sept 4, 2013 / Enjoy spectacular skyline views, live music, fireworks and cocktails! Then visit 32,500 animals and explore Shedd’s exhibits, including Jellies. Include the Stingray Touch experience for $5 a person.
• 0.45 miles W - Penguin Encounter / Shedd Aquarium and Oceanarium / Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. / Includes 30-minute penguin encounter, a 4x6 photo with a penguin, all-access admission with express entry, tickets to the aquatic show, admission to the Jellies special exhibit and the new Stingray Touch experience.