Stammtisch Open Haus, Every 3rd Friday
2026-04-17 19:30 - 2026-04-18 00:00, 2026-05-15 19:30 - 2026-05-16 00:00, 2026-06-19 19:30 - 2026-06-20 00:00, 2026-07-17 19:30 - 2026-07-18 00:00, 2026-08-21 19:30 - 2026-08-22 00:00, 2026-09-18 19:30 - 2026-09-19 00:00, 2026-10-16 19:30 - 2026-10-17 00:00, 2026-11-20 19:30 - 2026-11-21 00:00 (America/Chicago) and 1 more date | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Feiern Sie mit uns! Our monthly Open Haus Stammtisch is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy a little Gemütlichkeit over some delicious German food and drink!
Theme TBD
Food and drink will be available for purchase.
Free parking at 5/3 Bank after 6:00 PM located at Western and Gunnison

Neighborhood Nights
2026-04-23 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-28 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-25 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-23 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-27 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-09-24 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-10-22 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-11-26 19:00 - 23:00 and 1 more date | IL
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Start
Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Location
DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge

enjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus
A perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize! All proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum
WHEN
Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM.
Location
Winter months – Brauhaus Room (2nd floor)
Summer/Fall months – Skyline Lounge/Terrace (6th floor)
Subject to change. Be sure to check elevator signs when arriving!

Kulturküche: Obsttorte | German Fruit Cake Cooking Class
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Join us at the DANK Haus on Saturday, April 25th for a Kulturküche Cooking Class! Chef Reinhard Richter is back with another delicious class at the DANK Haus! This time we will be learning how to make Obsttorte.
What is Obsttorte? Obst (fruit) + Torte (cake) = Fruit cake.
It’s exactly what it sounds like! Cake with fruit! But not the indestructible fruit cakes of holiday infamy – this Obsttorte has a light base topped with fresh fruit – the perfect treat for your spring celebrations!
All students will get hands on training from Chef Reinhard.

Neighborhood Nights
2026-05-14 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-11 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-09 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-13 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-09-10 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-10-08 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-11-12 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-12-10 19:00 - 23:00 and 1 more date | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States

Get Lit: The Great American Heist
2026-07-08 17:00 - 19:30 | American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
Join your fellow investigators for a mystery 250 years in the making! A special artifact from the museum’s pop-up Declarations exhibit has been stolen and it’s up to you to find it. Work solo or team up with fellow sleuths to decipher clues, interrogate your fellow Americans, and piece together the truth behind this crime of patriotic passion.
While you investigate, enjoy beer, wine, and the night’s specialty cocktail, The Amendment, a whiskey and brandy-based drink that will have you waving Old Glory! Non-alcoholic version are also available.
The night will kick off promptly at 5:00pm with a reading of the Declaration of Independence as part of Sharing the Spirit of America: A Statewide & National Reading of the Declaration of Independence, with people in communities across America taking part.
Costumes are encouraged! Think powdered wigs, waistcoats, breeches, or your boldest red, white, and blue look. Grab your friends, make your declaration, and join us for a night of literary mischief!
Get Lit is your way to enjoy evenings in the Loop. Meet friends and fellow book nerds for an early evening treat. Each month, the AWM serves drinks, games, special experiences, and fun activities to get you lit! Funds raised at this event go towards the AWM’s Write In Youth Education Program, which serves middle and high school students from under-resourced schools. See our other upcoming GET LIT events here.

This is 21+ event. Attendees must show a valid photo ID at the door to enter.

Get Lit: Summer Book Fair
2026-08-11 17:30 - 19:30 | American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
Your classic book fair, reimagined for a night out. Find your next favorite read at this pop-up fair with drinks and after-hours access.
Sip, shop, and explore the American Writers Museum’s galleries while enjoying a lively atmosphere featuring music, themed drinks, and interactive activities. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect beach read, building your to-be-read stack, or just looking for a unique night out, make Get Lit: Summer Book Fair part of your story!
Featured vendors and non-profit partners to be announced! Submit your business or organization to general@americanwritersmuseum.org to be considered.

Get Lit is your way to enjoy evenings in the Loop. Meet friends and fellow book nerds for an early evening treat. Each month, the AWM serves drinks, games, special experiences, and fun activities to get you lit! Funds raised at this event go towards the AWM’s Write In Youth Education Program, which serves middle and high school students from under-resourced schools. See our other upcoming GET LIT events here.

This is 21+ event. Attendees must show a valid photo ID at the door to enter.
