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Big Freedia performances taking place April 20-21
2019-04-15
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LGBT singer Big Freedia ( known as the "Queen of Bounce" ) is coming to Chicago to celebrate Do312 & Chicago Cannabis Alliance's street festival—the second annual Waldos Forever Fest, at Argyle and Clark streets—on Saturday, April 20, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
In addition to Freedia, the event will feature Chicago music, comedy acts, DJs and drag performers plus a chill lounge and arcade game tent.
The 18-and-older event is free; RSVP at do312.com/waldosforeverfest.
Also, Freedia is performing at The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. West, on Sunday, April 21. Doors open at 2 p.m.
Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/big-freedia-the-promontory-tickets-59409467316 . |
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