Can you believe we're barely more than 72 hours away from the 13th edition of the CHIRP Record Fair?! Let's see, have you...
...figured out how you're getting there yet? We're right by Union Park, so if you still have your Pitchfork directions, that'll get you pretty close! And remember, West Town Bikes will be providing bike valet services, so don't worry about where you're gonna lock up your fixie.
...stocked up on the appropriate vinyl transportation paraphernalia?
...pillaged your Rainy Day fund for cash on hand? Many of our vendors are cash-only, as are at-the-door ticket sales, so you'll wanna stop by an ATM on your way over - however, you can skip the ticket line and use your credit card by purchasing your ticket in advance!
...set yourself a budget? Trust us, you're gonna need one, unless you have Herculean impulse control.
...mapped out your course to vinyl victory? We've got a downloadable Record Fair map for you. Check out the vendor details here.
...read up on all the other awesome stuff that'll be going on? Check out our Friends page for a list of all the guest DJs, workshops, and Other Delights gracing our fair Fair.
...picked a time to come check out the awesome goodies and extras happening at the CHIRP tables?
What's that? Haven't heard about the cool extras at the CHIRP tables yet? My, but we've been remiss. Check it out:
New this year, swing by the CHIRP vinyl tables and score your mystery record grab bag! $5 will get you a mix of 10 different LPs and singles, and maybe even a bonus CD or cassette. This all comes in a nifty CHIRP tote bag, free with purchase! There will be an extremely limited quantity of these grab bags, so make sure you get yours early!
And finally, in a triumphant return, the Record Fair Raffle is back this year and better than ever! Tickets are $1 each, or six for $5, or fifteen for $10. Our prizes this year include gift certificates, tickets, passes, and merchandise from the Second City, KOVAL Distillery, MuckFest MS Chicago, Lillstreet Art Center, Johnny Casserole, Bow Truss Coffee Roasters, Isla Pilipina, Jackalope Coffee & Tea House, Fat Willy's Rib Shack, Overflow Coffee Bar, the High-Hat Club, Ciclo Urbano, and HoZac Records. You don't even have to be present to win! The drawing will occur sometime in the late afternoon, around 4 PM - make sure you buy your tickets before then!
Check a few items off your Record Fair to-do list, and we'll see you on Saturday!
