Old St. Patrick's Church 26th Annual World's Largest Block Party

What:

Join us for the 26th annual World's Largest Block Party, a summer tradition in Chicago where you'll meet new people, listen to great music, and enjoy delicious food while partying with a purpose. Funds from the Block Party support numerous outreach programs on the Old St. Pat's campus. A ticket includes five beverages with a choice of beer, wine, soda or bottled water. For more details, go to www.worldslargestblockparty.com.

When:

Friday, July 9 and Saturday, July 10 from

5:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Who:

Over 18,000 people will meet, mingle and dance while enjoying two stages of live music, two nights filled with fun, and two blocks of great food at low prices. The 2010 headliner bands will be announced soon. Past performances include: Ben Folds, Counting Crows, Collective Soul, Los Lobos, Rusted Root, Gavin DeGraw, and Ben Kweller, plus many other great bands.

Where:

The entry gate is located at Madison and Des Plaines in Chicago's West Loop.

Why:

Proceeds support the church and the Center for Social Concerns on the Old St. Pat's campus, which houses the following outreach programs: Horizons for Youth; Career Transitions Center of Chicago; and Global Alliance for Africa.