US: City Cruises Chicago Sets Sail During the Air & Water Show, Billboard's Latin Music Week, the Plaza Hotel's Summer Packages, and More

CHICAGO: The Magnificent Mile Association has partnered with The Wrigley Building to offer 40 couples an exclusive opportunity to win a micro wedding or civil union during Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening. Applications are open through Aug. 5, and winners will be announced on Aug. 17. Lucky couples can expect a free, outdoor wedding at The Wrigley Building—an opportunity not offered to the public—plus discounted photography, an exclusive swag bag, exclusive perks, and more.

City Cruises Chicago is inviting guests to set sail during this year’s Air & Water Show weekend. On Aug. 19, cruises will be available during the preview and practice show, plus during live shows Aug. 20-21. Located at the ports of Navy Pier on Grand Avenue, City Cruises’ rooftop deck offers guests a breathtaking view of both the show and the Chicago skyline. On board, guests can expect a buffet menu, live DJ entertainment, and a first-row seat to the Air & Water Show. Tickets are available online and start at $69.90 for children and $84.90 for adults.

MIAMI: Billboard has announced its return to Miami for Latin Music Week Sept. 26-30. The highly anticipated event features Latin’s top hitmakers, actors, influencers, and industry leaders for live performances, panel discussions, workshops, and showcases. The first round of participating talent includes Bizarrap, Blessd, Camilo, Su Esencia, and more. A full talent lineup and schedule will be released in the coming weeks.

NEW YORK: The Plaza Hotel has released two summer packages available now through the end of September—a picnic in the Hamptons and an alfresco dining experience in Central Park. Dubbed the “Elevated Plaza Hamptons Picnic,” guests will take a private helicopter transfer from Manhattan to the Hamptons and, upon arrival, will enjoy a glass of champagne and meal of locally sourced seafood. Pricing starts at $19,000. Or, consider the “Perfect Plaza Picnic,” where the Plaza will arrange for an alfresco dining experience complete with a charcuterie board, baguettini sandwiches by the dozen, and a dessert platter. Pricing starts at $3,000.

Lincoln Center is presenting Reunions, a two-night dance festival, Aug. 6-7. The performance will feature choreography by Kyle Abraham and alumni dancers from his company, A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham. And after the show on Aug. 6, as part of the inaugural Festival of New York, Lincoln Center joins forces with the New York Public Library for “Dance Party NYC” at 8 p.m., a dance party and silent disco led by DJ Bill Coleman. 

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