Castaways Friday Night Party
Kick off The Chicago Scene Boat party weekend in style at Castaways Beach Club! Join us for a night of dancing, drinks, and good vibes. Grab your friends and prepare to bask in the ultimate summer night destination at Castaways by chilling in a cabana with friends or partying to the live tunes of some of Chicago’s best DJs.
Admission: $20
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July 26, 2024 @ 10:00 PM
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Organizer
In the summer of 2000 Chicago Scene founder and long-time boater Ted Widen gathered a small group of friends and their boats and headed out to the “Playpen,” a protected area just East of Lake Shore Drive at Chicago Ave and just north of Navy Pier and the Chicago water purification plant.
He brought out some of Chicago’s best DJs and had them play on the flybridge of the main boat with a huge sound system that stopped traffic on Lake Shore Drive. That first year 50 boats came together and tied up making it the largest “Tie Up” in Chicago at that time. Each year after that the party doubled in size until he got to the 500-1000 boat range where we stand to this day.
This was the birth of the “Chicago Scene Boat Party,” an annual event that is now the largest on Lake Michigan.
Ted Widen is also a Realtor in the Chicago market with Baird & Warner Real Estate as well as running a boat charter business called Chicago Sailboat and Yacht Charters.
Venue
Castaways is synonymous with summertime in Chicago. The iconic boat house on North Avenue Beach features views of the city overlooking the lakefront and the Chicago skyline. The newly reimagined Castaways Beach Club is the perfect blend of old and new. The classic charm of Castaways has been preserved while incorporating modern design elements, additional seating, and elevated food & beverage offerings. The result is a warm and inviting atmosphere that appeals to both loyal regulars and new customers alike. Come and experience the best of both worlds!
Address: 1603 N DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
