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Tulip and Trumpets: A Mile Full of Jazz
Tulip Sculptures Return to the Avenue
Our signature tulip sculptures return to their designated locations along the avenue, marking the start of spring across the district. Find our tulip sculptures at:
📍 625 N. Michigan Avenue
📍 Starbucks Reserve Roastery
📍 The Shops at North Bridge
📍 875 N. Michigan Avenue
📍 Driehaus Museum
Tulips and Trumpets Tuesdays
📍 The Shops at North Bridge, 520 N Michigan Ave
This April, every Tuesday, enjoy free live jazz alongside exclusive offers and in-store experiences at The Shops at North Bridge. Featuring Tulips & Trumpets at Nordstrom Ebar from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
April 7 – Chris Greene Quartet
An award-winning Chicago ensemble led by Chris Greene, blending jazz with funk, hip-hop, rock, and Afro-Cuban influences, backed by over 20 years of performance experience.
April 14: Jo Ann Daugherty
Jo Ann Daugherty is a versatile pianist who has performed at NPR’s Tiny Desk, the Kennedy Center, and jazz festivals around the world.
April 21: Natalie Scharf
April 28: Markus Rutz
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SPEAKEASY IN THE SKY: CHÂTEAU CARBIDE
Immerse yourself in a classic Chicago speakeasy setting that features live music nightly, craft cocktails alongside its signature drink, The Campari Code, and chef-inspired light bites including Iberico Ham Toast, Mediterranean Dip Trios and more.
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Live Jazz Trio at Water Tower Place
Choice Music Chicago presents a live jazz trio performance, bringing a refined musical moment to Water Tower Place with an open-to-the-public experience on the seventh floor.
Water Tower Place • Wednesday, April 9 • 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Jazz Above The Magnificent Mile at 360 CHICAGO
Set 1,030 feet above the city, this live jazz experience pairs music, cocktails, and panoramic views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan, making it a must-add to your list.
Saturday, April 11 • 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Take Your Creativity to New Heights
Tuesday, April 14 · 7:00–9:00 PM . Unleash your creativity 94 floors above the city while you Sip and Paint at 360 CHICAGO. Join Chicago-based artist Coleman Smoll, the talent behind 360 CHICAGO’s CloudWalk exhibit, for a guided painting class inspired by the tulip-lined Magnificent Mile in springtime.
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Jazz, Steakhouse Style at Tavern on Rush
A live jazz trio sets the tone at Tavern on Rush, blending classic steakhouse dining with the vibrant energy of Rush Street in one of Chicago’s most iconic dining settings.
Tavern on Rush • Tuesday, April 22
Live Jazz at The Richard H. Driehaus Museum
An afternoon of live jazz unfolds within The Richard H. Driehaus Museum, where rich architectural detail and timeless design create an intimate backdrop for music in one of Chicago’s most distinctive historic spaces.
Murphy Auditorium • Thursday, April 23 • 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Jazz & Cocktails at Reviver - Chicago Marriott Mag Mile
Set along The Magnificent Mile, this open-to-the-public jazz experience brings live music into Reviver’s vibrant lounge setting, where craft cocktails, conversation, and a lively atmosphere come together
Reviver • Thursday, April 24 • 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
JAZZ FOR CHICAGO BIG BAND: UNESCO WORLD JAZZ DAY
Chicago Cultural Center • Monday, April 27 • 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm . Celebrate UNESCO World Jazz Day with a live performance by the Jazz for Chicago Big Band, featuring some of the city’s finest musicians in a vibrant lunchtime concert.
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An Intimate Jazz Moment at The Talbott
Programmed by the Chicago Federation of Musicians, this intimate live jazz performance brings a measured, refined rhythm to The Talbott, set within its reimagined interiors in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast.
The Talbott • Tuesday, April 29 • 4:30 pm
Moments in Bloom Tipsy Tea: The Gwen Hotel
Moments in Bloom transforms The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel’s beloved Tipsy Tea into a celebration of springtime elegance, available April through June 2026. Delight in fragrant botanical teas, artfully mixed floral-inspired cocktails, and delicately crafted bites designed to reflect the vibrancy of the city in bloom. Rooted in creativity and connection, this experience captures the fresh energy and refined charm that define The Gwen in spring.
Discover the experienceThe Tulip of The Magnificent Mile
Add a little Chicago magic to your garden with the official Magnificent Mile™ Tulip — the same radiant bloom featured along Michigan Avenue this spring.
A curated set of 20 bulbs, designed to reflect the spirit of the avenue.
Why You’ll Love It:
Striking color
Golden yellow petals with a warm orange blush and red edge.
Made for Chicago
Hardy, tall, and built for changing weather.
Easy to grow
Thrives in afternoon sun with minimal care.
