Boat Drinks

07/21/2026

Celebrate the Crew in unforgettable style with an evening of live blues, mouthwatering BBQ, waterfront vibes, and one incredible birthday bash at Boat Drinks! Leave the parking worries behind—our FREE 15-passenger shuttle will get you from 2600 S. Michigan Ave to Burnham Harbor in just minutes so you can focus on the party. Raise a glass to Johnny, Darryl, and Dan as the Royal Hustle Blues Band keeps the music rolling and the dance floor alive all night long. This is more than a concert—it's a South Side summer celebration packed with great friends, great food, unforgettable music, and memories you'll be talking about long after the last encore!

Tuesday July 21st

07/12/2026

Stormy Monday!! This Monday!

07/08/2026

Get ready for an unforgettable summer evening on the Chicago lakefront as Dan Shukis brings his signature blend of Americana, folk, and rock to the LONGDRINK White Oak Tree Stage at Boat Drinks. It's the perfect stop before the Bob Dylan show at Northerly Island—grab a drink, soak in the harbor views, and enjoy live music just steps from the water.

With sailboats gliding across Burnham Harbor, an ice-cold LONG DRINK in hand, and the Chicago skyline as your backdrop, this is the kind of night that defines summer in the city. Join us Wednesday, July 8th, from 6:00–9:30 PM for a FREE show at Boat Drinks—where great music, great friends, and unforgettable waterfront vibes come together. ☆FIREWORKS☆

07/08/2026

Get ready for an unforgettable summer evening on the Chicago lakefront as Dan Shukis brings his signature blend of Americana, folk, and rock to the LONGDRINK White Oak Tree Stage at Boat Drinks. It's the perfect stop before the Bob Dylan show at Northerly Island—grab a drink, soak in the harbor views, and enjoy live music just steps from the water.

With sailboats gliding across Burnham Harbor, an ice-cold LONG DRINK in hand, and the Chicago skyline as your backdrop, this is the kind of night that defines summer in the city. Join us Wednesday, July 8th, from 6:00–9:30 PM for a FREE show at Boat Drinks—where great music, great friends, and unforgettable waterfront vibes come together. ☆FIREWORKS TONIGHT☆

07/08/2026

07/07/2026

Now Let's Get A Funky!! BQ Tuesday 6-930! EVERYBODY'S DOING IT.

07/07/2026

This TUESDAY--> BQ! 6-930pm

07/06/2026

Monday nights on the Chicago lakefront don't get much better than this. Join us at Boat Drinks as Chicago rock favorite Dan Peters brings his signature guitar work and high-energy performance to the Long Drink White Oak Tree Stage.

Grab an ice-cold Long Drink, soak in the harbor views, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of live music as the sun sets over Burnham Harbor. Whether you're arriving by boat or by land, this is the perfect way to kick off your week—great music, great drinks, and one of Chicago's most scenic waterfront stages.

Monday, July 6 • 6:00–9:30 PM
Boat Drinks • 600 E. Waldron Dr. • Burnham Harbor, Chicago
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07/05/2026

Sunday mornings hit differently at Boat Drinks. The breeze off Burnham Harbor, the masts swaying in the marina, and the sound of authentic blues drifting across the lakefront create the perfect Chicago summer soundtrack.

Join us for a nautical-flavored Blues Brunch featuring Nigel Mack from 10 AM–1 PM, where soulful slide guitar, rich harmonica, and waterfront views come together for a truly unforgettable afternoon. Then stick around as the sun begins to set and the harbor lights come alive with the electrifying sounds of Ivan Singh from 6–9:30 PM.

Great music, cold drinks, harbor views, and the spirit of Chicago blues—there's no better way to spend a Sunday on the water.