A Prince tribute, a new wine bar and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, Dec. 29.
EAT
All-You-Can-Eat Crab Night
326 N. Morgan St. 312-973-1336
Take advantage of the West Loop restaurant’s weekly special and feast on unlimited seafood, sausage, corn and salad. 6-9 p.m. $39.
DRINK
Now Open
5959 N. Broadway 773-897-9165
The wine-focused Edgewater spot offers glasses and bottles representing a mix of famous and lesser-known old-world regions plus a spirit collection focused on brandy and absinthe. Pair your drinks with a mix of Spanish, French, Italian and German fare including Black Forest duck ($24) and housemade pasta with lamb meatballs and red pepper ragu ($15). 5-11 p.m.
DO
End-of-Year Comedy Showcase
500 N. LaSalle St. 312-836-0499
Sam Norton hosts a night of performances from comedians Calvin Evans, Sean Flannery and Natalie Jose. 8-9:30 p.m. $20-$30. Tickets: eventbrite.com
Paisley Park (Free!)
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1227 W. 18th St. 312-526-3851
Traxx & Jordan pay tribute to Prince by playing rare and unreleased recordings, B-sides, rehearsal songs, outtakes and unofficial fan club records. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free.
Happy Holidyes Extravaganza
1375 W. Lake St. 312-666-6775
Keep the holiday cheer going with sets from The Polkaholics, The Dyes and DJ Bailey Dee. 8 p.m. $8.
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Wildfire (159 W. Erie St. 312-787-9000) offers half-price appetizers and $8 select cocktails in the lounge from 3-6 p.m.
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