Free coffee, rum and reggae and more weekend things to do in Chicago, May 29-31.
EAT
Rick Bayless Fiesta
Block 37
108 N. State St. 312-261-4700
The “Top Chef Master” star demonstrates how to prepare recipes from his new cookbook “More Mexican Everyday” and offers tastings at this bash, which also includes a yoga class, a salsa lesson, dinner from Freshii and three drinks. 5-11 p.m. Friday. $50. Tickets: vibeup.today
DRINK
Brews, Beatz and BBQ
Fizz Bar & Grill
3220 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-348-6088
A party on the Lincoln Park bar’s recently remodeled patio includes Traveler Beer Co.’s Curious Traveler shandy, Epic vodka, Twisted Tea hard iced tea, barbecue, side dishes and music from DJ Ora and others. 6 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Saturday. $35. Tickets: eventbrite.com
Rum & Rhythm
The Bar 10 Doors
1259 W. Taylor St. 312-226-1611
Sip rum punch and listen to reggae music while playing limbo, Uno, checkers, dominoes, Connect Four and other games. 3-7 p.m. Sunday. $10-$12. Tickets: eventbrite.com
One-Year Party (Free!)
Cup & Spoon
2415 W. North Ave. 773-697-4421
The Humboldt Park coffee shop celebrates its first year in business by doling out free coffee and food and raffling off gift certificates and art to benefit the Alliance of Local Service Organizations. 6-10 p.m. Friday. Free.
DO
‘Tug of War’
Moooh Dulce Studio
2602 W. Fullerton Ave. 312-869-9785
Circa Pintig presents four short dramatic works by Asian Americans that explore the subjects of war and immigration. 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. $10-$15. Tickets: circapintig.com
26th Annual Comedy Festival Aftershows (Free!)
Virgin Hotels Chicago
203 N. Wabash Ave. 312-940-4400
Comedians Jen Kirkman (Friday) and Mac McCaughan (Saturday) perform at the official aftershows for The Onion and The A.V. Club’s 2nd Annual 26th Annual Comedy Festival. 10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Free. RSVP: http://bit.ly/1HUPqj6
Summer Fridays
Roka Akor
456 N. Clark St. 312-477-7652
Catch a set from DJ Select Inverse in the River North restaurant’s lounge as part of this weekly series. After 10 p.m., you can also order a $50 omakase meal. 9 p.m. No cover.
48 Hour Improv Marathon
The Playground Theater
3209 N. Halsted St. 773-871-3793
A benefit for Inspiration Corporation, which helps people affected by homelessness and poverty, features performances from 48 local improv teams plus food, games, prizes and auctions. 7 p.m. Friday through 7 p.m. Sunday. $5 per two-hour slot, $25 weekend pass. Tickets: 48hourimprovmarathon.com
REDEYE TIP OF THE DAY
For a lineup of weekend festivals, check out our guide online: redeyechicago.com/fests.
