6. Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo
#6 Trade Show & Convention (new to the list)
In its first year, 2010, the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo had 27,500 attendees; 34,000 people made it out in 2011, and this year’s attendance soared to 41,000. Next: April 26-28, 2013
In its first year, 2010, the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo had 27,500 attendees; 34,000 people made it out in 2011, and this year’s attendance soared to 41,000. Next: April 26-28, 2013
Photo: Courtesy of the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo
18. Keep a Child Alive’s Dream Halloween
#19 Benefit
In March Keep a Child Alive acquired the Children Affected by AIDS Foundation’s fund-raising events, including Dream Halloween. The family-friendly affair with treats for kids, arts and crafts activities, and face painting also offers a sponsor reception, food from L.A. eateries, stage shows, and live and silent auctions at Barker Hangar. Next: October 27, 2012
In March Keep a Child Alive acquired the Children Affected by AIDS Foundation’s fund-raising events, including Dream Halloween. The family-friendly affair with treats for kids, arts and crafts activities, and face painting also offers a sponsor reception, food from L.A. eateries, stage shows, and live and silent auctions at Barker Hangar. Next: October 27, 2012
Photo: Bruce Walker
