Digital Creator David Dobrik brought his signature high-energy entertainment to Chicago’s Magnificent Mile over the weekend, transforming the city’s flagship IT’SUGAR store into a pulsating nightclub for what may have been Lollapalooza’s most talked-about afterparty.
Over 300 music lovers and flavor fanatics scored the ultimate appetizer before yesterday’s Lollapalooza festival, as the Takis Intense Nacho Tour converted Lake Michigan into a nautical nacho wonderland.
Things heated up very quickly in Chicago this past Wednesday, August 28, when Stella Artois teamed up with First We Feast’s Hot Ones to bring the largest Hot Ones live challenge in history to the Windy City.
Peacock’s LOVE ISLAND USA Villa Pop-Up made its way to Chicago this past weekend.
Buenas vibras (Good vibes) were not the only thing DJ VRWVY shared with the crowd on her latest stop of the “Look Where Music Got Us Tour” this past Friday night at The Point in Chicago.
The holiday season is officially upon us. Now that Halloween is over it’s time to get into the Christmas spirit. Hilton Hotels & Resorts and the Hallmark Channel have partnered up to bring the spirit of the holidays to travelers, fans, and viewers. Anyone can now feel like they are in a Hallmark Christmas movie by booking a stay at select Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties in New York, Houston, and Chicago all inspired by Hallmark’s beloved “Countdown to Christmas” movies. Each of the Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Hallmark Channel suites will feature festive decor that is reflective of the property’s locale, as well as symbols from “Countdown to Christmas” movies.
The Knockturnal had the chance to experience the magic firsthand at Hilton Chicago in the “Santa Summit” suite. The holiday suite is fit for the man of the hour, himself! The merry guest room offers festivities that inspire the spirit of friendship and adventure, featuring vintage Santa décor, life-sized reindeer, a Santa-themed bed and cookie kit, a heartwarming wall installation for Letters to Santa, and much more. What’s more, the room was created to bring to life the all-new original Hallmark Channel holiday movie premiere, “The Santa Summit”, which centers around the true meaning of the holidays and the bonds of friendship. As a special surprise for travelers slumbering in the Santa Summit suite, Mr. Claus has even guaranteed a spot on the nice list following each stay! In the hotel lobby, guests staying at this historic hotel will be transported into the ultimate holiday stay with a 24-foot Christmas tree decorated with nearly 2,000 inches of garland, and a gingerbread replica of the Hilton Chicago, complete with Chicago’s iconic skyline. Guests and Hallmark fans alike can even take part in finding Santa’s Missing Buttons, expertly hidden throughout the hotel, to receive a treat from the Hallmark Holiday Cart.
“Our partnership with Hilton is the perfect holiday pairing. These festive, showstopping stays are the ultimate ‘suite’ treat that will deliver on our fans’ growing desire to immerse themselves in the Hallmark brand and the wonderful world of Hallmark Channel Christmas movies,” said Lara Richardson, chief marketing officer, Hallmark Media. “We’re proud to help guests indulge in a winter wonderland of aspirational holiday décor, charming Christmas activities, and endless ways to experience the Hallmark holiday spirit.”
Each guest room includes a custom-decorated Christmas tree and a complimentary hot cocoa station. To keep the holiday cheer going all season long, each guest suite will also include Hallmark Channel branded takeaways guests can enjoy with their loved ones during or after their holiday stay. Items include Hallmark Channel Wine, Bissinger’s cocoa mix and hot cocoa bombs, Republic of Tea products, wine glasses, mugs, and more.
Additionally, guests at all three properties can get into the holiday spirit with the Hallmark Holiday Cosmopolitan, a unique cocktail offering crafted by Hilton’s expert mixologists and uniquely designed to invoke every Hallmark lover’s small-town holiday dreams while staying in the big city. The festive cocktail will be served alongside a non-spirited version for all cheerful travelers to enjoy throughout the season.
Photo Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts
“We’re thrilled to partner with Hallmark for a collaboration that embodies the joy of the holiday season and brings to life the light and warmth of hospitality we show our guests every day,” said Matt Schuyler, chief brand officer, Hilton. “This is a great representation of Hilton’s commitment to delivering immersive and unforgettable experiences during every stay. Our collaboration with Hallmark allows us to leverage timeless storytelling to bring an added level of excitement during the holidays.”
Reservations for Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” Holiday Suites by Hilton will be available to book starting at 9:00 a.m. EST/12:00 p.m. PST on November 1, with stays running from November 7 to January 2 at Hilton New York Times Square; from November 7 to January 1 at Hilton Americas-Houston; and from November 7 to December 30 at Hilton Chicago.
To enjoy a sneak peek of the “Countdown to Christmas” Holiday Suites by Hilton or book a stay, visit Hilton.com/Hallmark. To learn more about Hilton Hotels & Resorts, visit stories.hilton.com.
The cast of Creed III gathered at the Beverly Hilton Hotel ahead of the movie’s upcoming release for a press conference with reporters and a virtual audience.
We only want to see you laughing in the purple rain or the purple rain inspired room at Prince The Immersive Experience in Chicago. The newly open exhibit invites Prince fans and soon to be fans to immerse themselves in the music and life of Prince. The experience takes visitors through 10 multidimensional rooms that walk them through the iconic singer’s life, creative evolution, and classic sound in a new and illuminating way.
From the moment you walk in striking images showcasing the icon are all around. Each room gives fans a different sensory experience through light, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. You can can step inside the Purple Rain album cover and rev up the beloved motorcycle, mix an iconic greatest hit in Prince’s beloved Paisley Park workspace Studio A; and let loose on the dance floor with an audio visual dance party designed by Prince’s lighting designer, Roy Bennett.
Superfly partnered with The Prince Estate to create this special experience. On collaborating with The Prince Estate, Chief Operating Officer of Superfly, Richard Gay told the Knockturnal, “It was unbelievable just for the stories, history, and just as a fan-I feel really privileged to be a part of this.”
Authenticity was also centered in the creation of this experience. “It was important to work with the estate because authenticity is everything to us at Superfly and it’s about the fans. To be there with the estate and go “this is how it really was…this is what happened and collectively come together to create something like this is incredible.”
The Experience does features historic wardrobe pieces, photography, instruments, and other items courtesy of The Prince Estate. Prince: The Immersive Experience is open in Chicago now through October 9. Guests can reserve timed entry tickets starting at $39.50. Tickets are also available for purchase by visiting PrinceTheExperience.com. VIP and Flex access tickets, as well as corporate and private group bookings, are also be available. The exhibition is located at The Shops at North Bridge on the Magnificent Mile at 540 N. Michigan Avenue (corner of N. Michigan and E. Ohio St.).
The Prince Estate passionately presents Prince’s life and work, and cultivates opportunities to further his legacy. As the singular, authoritative source on all thingsPrince, ThePrinceEstate inspires and educates fans, celebrates Prince in his totality, and stewards Prince’s legacy into the future.
Official Website: PRINCE.com
Official Store: Store.PRINCE.com
Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @prince
TikTok: @prince.4.ever
Superfly is on a mission to shape how the world plays and connects through shared experience. Founded in 1996, Superfly’s expertise is bringing people together at the intersection of culture and commerce through iconic live experiences as creators of Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Outside Lands, The Friends Experience, The Office Experience, and Bravocon, as well as for some of the most recognized brands in the world. Superfly’s creative and strategic offering helps brands like Citi, Intel, and NY Times establish and raise their profile and navigate the cultural marketing landscape through programming, design, digital, social and experiential platforms. Superfly is headquartered in New York. Learn more at www.superf.ly and follow on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
It’s the vocals and collaboration for us! Before her debut Lollapalooza performance in “The Windy City”, two-time Grammy Award winner Jazmine Sullivan partnered with IHG Hotels & Resorts to give some fans an exclusive rooftop party last Wednesday (July 27).
The packed event took place at Boleo Rooftop in Chicago. Guests were also invited to try two specialty cocktails including the “Piña Co-Lolla” and a “Six Thousand”, a nod to the 6000+ open hotels by unveiling the “6,000 Club,” a collection of new properties from IHG.
Once she took the stage Miss Sulivan performed a medley of her biggest hits for the crowd, “Bust Your Windows”, “Pick Up Your Feelings”, and “Insecure.” Fans were singing along to every word and trying to record all of the R&B singer’s high notes. She served vocals and stunned with a beaming hot pink Sandro shirt and Stuart Weitzman heels.
CHICAGO, IL – JULY 27: Jazmine Sullivan on July 27, 2022 at the Kimpton Gray Hotel in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Kamil Krzaczynski/InstarImages)
Jazmine also shared that she was invited to curate her own suite at the Kimpton Gray Hotel by IHG Hotels & Resorts. One lucky IHG rewards member was able to enjoy a luxurious five-night stay in a suite that featured all of Jazmine’s travel essentials, from calming scents to vegan snacks and immune-strengthening juices.
“Traveling is naturally a big part of my life, both for work and to experience new things. When I’m on the road, my hotel room is my sanctuary and a space of rejuvenation. I rely on a space that feels both comforting and creative to recharge. That’s why I was so drawn to collaborate with IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring my favorite parts of traveling to life through my own curated suite. From the calming scents we brought into the room to what’s stocked in the mini fridge, this suite is a little part of me that I’m so excited to share.”
CHICAGO, IL – JULY 27: Jazmine Sullivan on July 27, 2022 at the Kimpton Gray Hotel in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Kamil Krzaczynski/InstarImages)
To find out where Jazmine is traveling next check out her tour dates here.
After a two year hiatus due to Covid restrictions, the annual Sweets and Snacks Expo for 2022 returned to Chicago and featured a huge activation from SNAX-Sational Brands.