ROSEMONT’S PARKWAY BANK PARK Hopping With a “Bunny Bar Hop” bar crawl Saturday, April 13 and “Spring Fun Fest”family festival Saturday, April 20.

ROSEMONT’S PARKWAY BANK PARK CELEBRATES SPRING WITH TWO BLOSSOMING EVENTS

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district (5501 Park Place, Rosemont) will offer fun for all ages this spring with a special “Bunny Bar Hop” bar crawl Saturday, April 13 and “Spring Fun Fest”family festival Saturday, April 20.

Parkway Bank Park will kick off its spring festivities with the “Bunny Bar Hop” bar crawl Saturday, April 13 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Participating venues offering drink specials include Adobe Gila’s, Bub City, Five Roses Pub, Hofbräuhaus Chicago, Kings Dining & Entertainment and Park Tavern. Revelers will be challenged to visit all six bars during the four-hour event timeframe in order to be entered to win a Rosemont grand prize. Tickets are now available for $10 by visiting ParkwayBankPark.com and include access to the bar crawl, two complimentary ticket vouchers for Zanies Comedy Club and a swag item. Tickets will also be available for purchase on-site at Parkway Bank Park during the event for $15. 



Families are invited to visit Parkway Bank Park Saturday, April 20 for a fun-filled day of outdoor festivities at “Spring Fun Fest.” A variety of free activities will be offered from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. including balloon sculpting, bounce houses, face painting, visits with the Easter Bunny and live entertainment. Children are also invited to participate in an Easter egg hunt featuring 10,000 eggs filled with candy, toys and coupons for Rosemont businesses.







About Parkway Bank Park 
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is a 200,000 square-foot complex home to 13 dining and entertainment venues offer upscale international cuisine, live music and comedy, state-of-the-art film, indoor skydiving, bowling and more. Conveniently located near O’Hare International Airport at 5501 Park Place, Parkway Bank Park is easily accessible from Chicago as well as the suburbs. A 20-minute drive from Chicago’s Loop, Parkway Bank Park is walking distance from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, the CTA Blue Line Rosemont station, Fashion Outlets of Chicago and the Rosemont Theatre. Convenient parking is available and is free with validation from any of the Park’s venues.

The current venues located within Parkway Bank Park include Adobe Gila’s, AMC Theatre, Big Ten Experience, Bub City, Five Roses Pub, Fogo de Chão, Hofbräuhaus Chicago, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, Joe’s Live, Kings Dining & Entertainment, Park Tavern, Sugar Factory, and Zanies Comedy Club. Both Harley-Davidson and Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar will open their newest locations at the entertainment district in 2019. The venues surround a great lawn that plays host to a variety of seasonal events including concerts, festivals and a winter ice rink. For more information, visit ParkwayBankPark.com.

About The Village of Rosemont
Rosemont, Illinois, Chicagoland’s business and entertainment suburb, is conveniently located five minutes from O’Hare Airport and twenty minutes from Chicago’s downtown. Easily accessible via the area’s major highways, Rosemont is home to the Allstate Arena, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, a wide variety of hotel and dining options, Rosemont Theatre, Fashion Outlets of Chicago, Parkway Bank Park entertainment district and Impact Field. Rosemont continues to grow and evolve based on the new vision of Mayor Bradley A. Stephens. For more information, visit Rosemont.com.

HOFBRÄUHAUS CHICAGO SPRING EVENTS AND SPECIALS

HOP INTO SPRING AT HOFBRÄUHAUS CHICAGO

Celebrate Warmer Weather with a Variety of Easter Festivities, Seasonal Brews and More

Hofbräuhaus Chicago, the 20,000-square-foot German microbrewery, restaurant and beer hall located in Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district, will hop into spring with a variety of new offerings including seasonal spring brews, an Easter Kinderfest on April 14 and a special Easter Sunday brunch buffet on April 21.

To pair with its authentic German fare, Hofbräuhaus Chicago will introduce three spring beers brewed in March, April and May. “Märzen,” a rich amber beer with a smooth and drinkable malt flavor, will be available throughout the month of March. In April, guests can enjoy Hofbräuhaus Chicago’s “Royal Export,” a pale, flavorful and malty brew. These seasonal brews will join the three beers brewed onsite and offered year-round at Hofbräuhaus Chicago: Lager, Hefe Weizen and Dunkel.

To celebrate the arrival of each new seasonal beer, Hofbräuhaus Chicago continues “First Thirst-Days” the first Thursday of every month. Brewmaster Rob Hunter will host a small keg tapping ceremony at 7 p.m., providing visitors with more information about the seasonal beer, free samples of the new brew and brewery tours upon request. April’s “Royal Export First Thirst-Day” will be held on Thursday, April 4.

Hofbräuhaus Chicago will continue its seafood specials during Lent now through April 20 featuring a rotating selection of options. Additionally, the restaurant will offer a special Friday Fish Fry with $5 half-liters with the purchase of a fish fry meal every Friday throughout Lent. Daily seafood specials will be available for lunch and dinner and will feature:
Salmon Burger
House-made salmon burger served with pretzel bun, arugula, mozzarella cheese and French fries

Oven Baked Flounder
Breaded flounder filets with ratatouille and rise

German Rollmops
Pickled herring fillets with German potatoes and a yogurt sauce

Trout “Miller Style”
Whole trout lightly floured and baked with parsley potatoes

Seafood Stuffed Filets
White fish filets stuffed with crab meat, sautéed green asparagus and risotto

Salmon Meat Ball
Salmon meat ball with Dijon lemon sauces and wild rice

Hofbräuhaus Chicago’s guests can kick off Easter early with the restaurant’s Easter Kinderfest, Sunday, April 14 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The restaurant will offer fun for the whole family including a magician, pinwheel decorating, face painting and meet and greets with the Easter Bunny.

The Easter fun will continue Sunday, April 21 with Hofbrauhaus’ Easter Sunday brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Easter Bunny will make a special appearance for photos with guests from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entire family is invited to enjoy the buffet featuring both American and traditional German specialties such as a both German and mashed potatoes, a carving station featuring mustard glazed pork roast and bourbon honey glazed ham, a German Crepe station and more.

Hofbräuhaus Chicago is located at 5500 Park Place in Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district.  Valet parking is available for a minimal charge. Parking is also available in the nearby parking garage (free with validation). For reservations and more information, call 847-671-BREW (2739) or visit hbchicago.com.

Hofbräuhaus Chicago Welcomes Spring With Seasonal Brews And An Easter Kinderfest

Celebrate Warmer Weather with a Variety of Easter Festivities, Seasonal Brews and More

My kids are a bit German on both sides of the family, so we enjoy embracing our heritage with beer, food, and family fun at Hofbräuhaus Chicago. Folks of all nationalities are welcome to enjoy German style spring fun at this 20,000-square-foot German microbrewery, restaurant and beer hall. Check it out!

Hofbräuhaus Chicago, located in Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district, will jump into spring with a variety of new offerings including seasonal spring brews, an Easter Kinderfest and a special Easter Sunday celebration.

To pair with its authentic German fare, Hofbräuhaus Chicago will introduce two spring beers brewed in March and April. “Märzen,” a rich amber beer with a smooth and drinkable malt flavor, will be available throughout the month of March. In April, guests can enjoy Hofbräuhaus Chicago’s “Royal Export,” a pale, flavorful and malty brew. These seasonal brews will join the three beers brewed onsite and offered year-round at Hofbräuhaus Chicago: Lager, Hefe Weizen and Dunkel.

To celebrate the arrival of each new seasonal beer, Hofbräuhaus Chicago continues “First Thirst-Days” the first Thursday of every month. Brewmaster Rob Hunter will host a small keg tapping ceremony at 7 p.m., providing visitors with more information about the seasonal beer, free half-liter samples of the new brew and brewery tours upon request. March’s “Märzen First Thirst-Day” is scheduled for Thursday, March 1. April’s “Royal Export First Thirst-Day” will be held on Thursday, April 5.

Hofbräuhaus Chicago will continue its “Off the Hook” seafood specials during Lent from February 14 to March 31. Daily seafood specials will be available for dinner and will feature salmon, halibut, shrimp, mussels and white fish dishes, amongst other types of seafood.

Hofbräuhaus Chicago’s guests can kick off Easter early with the restaurant’s Easter Kinderfest, Sunday, March 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The restaurant will offer fun for the whole family, including egg coloring, a juggler, face painting and meet and greets with the Easter Bunny.

The Easter fun will continue Sunday, April 1 with Hofbrauhaus’ Easter Sunday celebration. The Easter Bunny will make a special appearance for photos with guests from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The entire family is invited to also enjoy a special Easter Sunday menu, featuring both American and traditional German specialties. Dishes include:  

Bayrische Kartoffelsuppe
Creamy Bavarian potato soup with vegetables, frankfurters and croutons

Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
Smoked salmon deviled eggs garnished with fresh dill and fried capers on a bed of arugula and shaved fennel

Geschmorten Lammhaxen
Tender braised lamb shank served with green beans, roasted red potatoes and rosemary gravy

Entenbraten
Classic half roasted duck served with potato dumplings, red cabbage and rosemary duck sauce

Knusprige Schweinshaxen
Crispy pork shank served with Bavarian cabbage and bacon salad, potato and bread dumplings and Hofbrauhaus Dark Beer gravy

Crème Brule
Classic crème brule served with sweet whipped cream and fresh berries





Hofbräuhaus Chicago is located at 5500 Park Place in Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district.  Valet parking is available for a minimal charge. Parking is also available in the nearby parking garage (free with validation). For reservations and more information, call 847-671-BREW (2739) or visit hbchicago.com.

"HOPPIEST" HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AT HOFBRAUHAUS CHICAGO

GET THE HOLIDAYS BREWING AT HOFBRAUHAUS CHICAGO

 

Celebrate the Season with Special Events, Festive Christmas Day Menu, Munich-Style New Year’s Eve Celebrations, Seasonal Brews and More

Here at ChiIL Mama, my kids are a bit German on both sides of the family, and we love to embrace our German heritage with food, music and traditions. Hofbräuhaus Chicago is a great place to find all of the above. Check out their holiday happenings right here. 

Eat, drink and be merry this holiday season at Hofbräuhaus Chicago, located in Rosemont’s MB Financial Park entertainment district. The first and only German micro-brewery, restaurant and beer hall in the Chicago area will celebrate the “hoppiest” time of year with several holiday offerings including a special holiday brew, holiday gift card promotion, visits from St. Nicholas and Krampus, the first-ever Holiday Kinderfest, special Christmas Day menu and Munich-style New Year’s Eve celebrations. 

Holiday shopping can be stressful when trying to find the perfect gift for family or the office gift exchange. Skip the candles or magazine subscriptions and get them something they’ll love at Hofbräuhaus. Perfect for holiday gift-giving, an on-site gift shop allows customers to bring an authentic Bavarian experience into their home. With handmade German steins, men’s and women’s apparel, holiday ornaments and even lederhosen, the gift shop offers something special for everyone. Throughout the holiday season, Hofbräuhaus guests who purchase $100 worth of gift cards at Hofbräuhaus Chicago will receive a free $25 bonus gift card to gift or spend on themselves.



Visitors can solidify their spot on the “nice” or “naughty” list at Hofbräuhaus Chicago this season with a little help from German holiday folklore icons, St. Nicholas and his devilish companion Krampus. The pair will visit Hofbräuhaus from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Saturdays from Dec. 9 through Dec. 23. Derived from Germanic folklore, Krampus is a beast-like creature said to punish those who are naughty throughout the yule season. Krampus is said to be spotted during the month of December roaming the streets in search of those that wound up on the naughty list.



For those looking for holiday fun for the whole family, Hofbräuhaus Chicago will host its first “Holiday Kinderfest” Sunday, Dec. 17 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Families can enjoy $5 meals for children ages 12 and under in addition to a variety of free activities including face painting, ornament decorating, magic acts, visits with Santa and more. A special bubble show will take place from 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.



Those looking to avoid the stress of cooking a Christmas dinner can visit Hofbräuhaus Chicago Monday, Dec. 25 for a special German “Weihnachten” menu. Special holiday dishes include:

Gefligelcremesuppe
Creamy chicken soup with vegetables, croutons and chives

Bayrische Kartoffelsuppe
Creamy Bavarian potato soup with vegetables, sliced sausage and croutons

Gebackener Tortenbrie
Breaded brie cheese wedges lightly fried and served with a winter salad bouquet, balsamic dressing and cranberry sauce

HB Rib Eye und Pfeffersteak
10 oz. grilled rib eye steak smothered with brandy peppercorn sauce and served with sauerkraut, “bratkartoffeln” German pan-fried potatoes with bacon and onions

Frische Knusprige Schweinshaxen
Crispy pork shank served with Bavarian cabbage and bacon salad, potato and bread dumplings and house made HB lager bier gravy

Crème Brulée
Classic crème brulée served with sweet whipped cream and fresh berries

Glühwein



To pair with its authentic German fare, Hofbräuhaus Chicago is brewing a special “Dopplebock” holiday beer at its onsite microbrewery. Hofbräuhaus Chicago’s Dopplebock is an exceptionally malty brew with very little bitterness and will be available December 2017 through January 2018.

Chicagoans are invited to ring in 2018 the Bavarian way with two exciting celebrations at Hofbräuhaus Chicago Sunday, Dec. 31. Families looking to ring in the New Year earlier in the day can celebrate at Hofbräuhaus Chicago’s “Munich-style” family-friendly celebration starting at 2 p.m. Festivities include a face painter from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., followed by a magic show complete with illusions, live animals and a little help from the audience. Families can participate in a parade and toast to Munich’s New Year at 5 p.m. All guests will receive a complimentary glass of champagne or sparkling wine for the little ones.

At the stroke of midnight, Hofbräuhaus Chicago will “prost” to 2018 with a glass of champagne for its guests as they enjoy spectacular fireworks above MB Financial Park.

Hofbräuhaus Chicago is located at 5500 Park Place in Rosemont, in the MB Financial Park at Rosemont.  Valet parking is available for a minimal charge, and parking is also available in the nearby parking garage (free with validation). For reservations and more information, call 847-671-BREW (2739) or visit hbchicago.com.

October Fun Abounds In Rosemont

FALL ENTERTAINMENT AND ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENTS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY 

AT MB FINANCIAL PARK AT ROSEMONT 

THIS OCTOBER

  

Whether you like your fall scary, sweet, philanthropic, or full of multicultural foodie fun, Rosemont's got you covered. 

October Events are in Full Swing this Season 

with A-List Comedians, New Offerings And Halloween Scares 

at MB Financial Park’s Restaurants and Attractions

MB Financial Park at Rosemont’s restaurants and attractions will offer specials throughout the month of October. Celebrate the season with authentic German food, beer and entertainment at Hofbräuhaus Chicago’s Oktoberfest through October 31. For the thrill seekers in the family, nothing will make spines tingle and palms sweat more than the Disturbia: Screams in the Park haunted house which will spook everyone now through November 1. 

Click here for our guest review and full details on the haunt.

Hofbräuhaus Chicago, the first and only German micro-brewery, beer hall and restaurant in the Chicago area, is celebrating Oktoberfest now through Oct. 31. Festivities include authentic Bavarian entertainment, stein holding competitions, celebrity keg tapping ceremonies and freshly brewed “Oktoberfestbier” which utilizes the recipes and techniques from the original Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany.

Limited-time Oktoberfest specials, changing daily, are offered Monday-Friday from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Specials include HB Bier Gulasch, an Oktoberfest Roulade and Brew Master Chicken Schnitzel. In addition to the Oktoberfest daily specials, Hofbräuhaus Chicago offers traditional cinnamon sugar roasted nuts Thursday-Sunday evenings during Oktoberfest. For more information or reservations, call 847.671.BREW (2739). www.HofbrauhausChicago.com.

Disturbia: Screams in the Park: Only the bravest should dare to enter Disturbia: Screams in the Park in Rosemont, located in the basement level of the parking garage at MB Financial Park at Rosemont.  There are terrors every step of the way in this immersive haunted house experience, where guests become part of an interactive world of horror, complete with an industry-unique entry that sucks guests into the haunt—whether they are ready or not.  Disturbia: Screams in the Park will remain open from 7 p.m. – 12 a.m. through Saturday, Nov. 1. 

Disturbia: Screams in the Park is an indoor environment that operates rain or shine. General admission tickets are $25.  VIP tickets, which allow ticketholders to skip the line from immediate entrance to the haunted house, are also available for $35. A minimum age of 13 is recommended and parental discretion is advised.  Tickets are available for purchase online or on site.  For more information, including haunted house hours, and tickets visit www.disturbiascreams.com 

Adobe Gila’s Margarita Fajita Cantina will host a pre-Halloween event Thursday, Oct. 30 for those working in the service industry Oct. 31. Festivities include a costume contest with a cash prize for the winner. The celebrations will continue on Oct. 31 with Halloween drink specials, costume contests and more fun that is sure to get everyone in the Halloween spirit. For more information, call 847.233.0080. www.chicago.adobegilas.com

Award-winning Fogo de Chão, the authentic Southern Brazilian steakhouse, opened its newest addition, Bar Fogo this month. Guests can now enjoy unique Brazilian-inspired appetizers and delicious small plates, including Picanha Sirloin Sliders and Warm Hearts of Palm, with specialty cocktails and carefully selected wines. For reservations or more information call 847.678.7200 or visit www.fogo.com.

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Kings Bowl will be the home to “Stars and Strikes,” a special benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation hosted by 103.5FM’s ‘Fred and Angie in the Morning’ October 23 at 7 p.m. Guests can enjoy the evening with cocktails, raffles, silent auctions alongside celebrities bowling for a cause. Patrons can sponsor a lane for $1,500 and bring a team of six to bowl with a celebrity guest. VIP tickets are available $100 and spectator tickets are available for $35. VIP tickets give ticket-holders lane access along with drinks, appetizers and an invitation to a VIP cocktail reception. Spectator tickets include appetizers and two drink coupons.

Kings will also be celebrating Halloween with plenty of entertainment options from Oct. 27 through Nov. 2. Festivities include cash prize costume contests for both children and adults, a variety of food and drink specials, live DJs and NFL game-day specials. For more information call 847.233.0099 or visit www.kingsbowlamerica.com/rosemont. 

Muvico Theaters plans to instill classic Halloween fear in moviegoers this October. Guests can return to the small town of Haddonfield, Illinois to experience the cult classic “Halloween” Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 31 at 11:30 p.m. Muvico will also celebrate the 10^th Anniversary of the original “Saw” film with showings from Oct. 31 through Nov. 6.

Guests looking for even more chills and thrills can purchase tickets to Muvico’s Haunted House Double Feature Oct. 17, 18, 24 or 25. The $26 ticket includes admission to “The Exorcist “(playing Oct. 17 and 18) or “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” (playing Oct. 24 and 25) and admission to Disturbia: Screams in the Park haunted house. For more information, show times, and tickets call (847) 447-1040 or visit www.muvico.com.  

Park Tavern will be celebrating Halloween festivities on October 31 at 9 p.m. Plenty of “shocktails,” a live DJ and late night kitchen will be offered to partygoers for an evening of friends, food and fun. VIP Tables can be reserved for a minimum of four people. Park Tavern will also be having a costume contest with prizes for winners. For more information, or to reserve seats or VIP Tables call, (847) 349-5151 or visit www.parktavernrosemont.com.

This October, prepare to roar with laughter at Zanies Comedy Club. Saturday, Oct. 18, guests can enjoy a side-splitting show from “The Chelsea Lately Show” regular and “Last Comic Standing” semifinalist, Fortune Feimster. Monday, Oct. 20, “Last Comic Standing” star Doug Benson comes to the Zanies stage. His sketches landed him a reoccurring spot on Comedy Central’s “@midnight.” Wil Anderson’s award winning show “GoodWil” comes to Zanies Saturday, Oct. 25. For reservations or more information, call 847-813-0484. www.zanies.com

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About The Village of Rosemont, Illinois: Rosemont, Illinois, Chicagoland’s business and entertainment suburb, is conveniently located five minutes from O’Hare Airport and twenty minutes from Chicago’s downtown. Rosemont is home to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, a wide variety of hotel and dining options, the Allstate Arena, the Akoo Theatre at Rosemont, and a host of entertainment and retail venues. Rosemont continues to grow and evolve based on the new vision of Mayor Bradley A. Stephens. MB Financial Park at Rosemont features an array of great dining and entertainment options. For more information, visit www.Rosemont.com.

About The MB Financial Park at Rosemont: MB Financial Park at Rosemont is a 200,000 square-foot entertainment and dining complex whose 10 venues offer upscale international cuisine, live music and comedy, state-of-the-art film, bowling and more. Conveniently located near O’Hare International Airport, MB Financial Park at Rosemont is easily accessible from Chicago as well as the suburbs. The address is 5501 Park Place, a new looping street situated west of River Road between Bryn Mawr and Balmoral Avenues.  A 20-minute drive from Chicago’s Loop, MB Financial Park at Rosemont is walking distance from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, the CTA Blue Line Rosemont station and Rosemont Theatre. Convenient parking is available. For more information visit www.mbparkatrosemont.com.