A backyard pig roast, a free fitness class and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, May 19.
EAT
National Restaurant Association Kickoff Pig Roast
2701 S. Eleanor St. 312-724-8811
Mingle with chefs and restaurateurs from across the country while enjoying beer and food from chef Kevin Hickey in the Bridgeport restaurant’s backyard. 6-10 p.m. $50. Tickets: theduckinnchicago.com
DRINK
Beer Under Glass
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300 N. Central Park Ave. 773-638-1766
Tour the conservatory’s display houses and outdoor gardens while sampling beers from more than 90 breweries and small plates from local restaurants at the seventh annual kickoff party for Chicago Craft Beer Week. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $60. Tickets: beerunderglass2016.brownpapertickets.com
Ballast Point Tap Takeover
3443 N. Sheffield Ave. 773-248-4400
The Wrigleyville bar pours five beers from the California brewery, such as Sour Wench blackberry ale and Thai Chili Wahoo witbier ($7-$8), and doles out swag including a skateboard. 6 p.m. No cover.
DO
‘The Matter at Dead Oak Hollow’
3914 N. Clark St. 773-230-4770
The musical comedic mystery follows two federal agents sent to a village to investigate a series of disappearances who discover that the residents have plenty of secrets. 8 p.m. $10. Tickets: thepubtheatre.com
FusionFest (Free!)
945 N. State St. 312-753-6500
Try a core fusion class at the Gold Coast fitness studio during the fourth annual bash, which also features a DJ, giveaways, drinks and snacks. 5:25, 6:35 and 7:45 p.m. Free. Register: exhalespa.com
SPONSORED
Celebrate the 2nd Annual Welles Park Craft Beer Fest on Saturday, May 28. GA and VIP available! Tix: chibeerweek.com
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