The MCA presents free live jazz concerts every Tuesday this summer during Tuesdays on the Terrace, presented by Macy’s. The MCA also has free admission all day on Tuesdays. August 31′s performance features Charles Heath. For a nice casual evening, bring your own blanket or rent an MCA lawn chair ($5 each) for a relaxing evening on the garden lawn.
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Summer favorite such as hamburgers, hotdogs, and lighter fare may be purchased from our outdoor grill along with cold beverages, wine, and seasonal cocktails from the cash bar on the lower terrace. Outside food and beverages are not allowed in the sculpture garden.
Make sure to stop by our outdoor Creation Station for an Alexander Calder-themed, hands-on art-making experience that’s fun for all ages. In case of rain, the event takes place in Puck’s Cafe. Here is the upcoming schedule
August 17: Jason Adasiewicz
August 24: Fred Anderson Tribune with Tatsu Aoki
August 31: Charles Heath
September 7: Barry Winograd
September 14: Tomeka Reid
September 21: Josh Berman
September 28: World Music Festival
A different, internationally-themed dinner buffet prepared by Wolfgang Puck Catering is served each week, with dishes created using fresh locally-grown produce from the MCA Farmers Market for $22 per person. The August 17 buffet features Hawaiian cuisine including grilled kula pork, fruit glazed Hawaiian fish, and macaroni salad. For a more casual evening, guests may bring their own blanket or rent an MCA lawn chair ($5 each). Summer favorites such as hamburgers, hotdogs, and lighter fare may be purchased from the outdoor grill along with cold beverages, wine, and seasonal cocktails. Reservations are recommended at 312.397.4034. Outside food and beverages are not allowed in the sculpture garden. In case of rain, the event takes place in Puck’s Café.
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Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E. Chicago
Chicago, IL 60611
312.280.2660
MCA Box Office:
312.397.4010
