16 On Center

We're just days away from the #ChicagoMarathon and need your support to make a difference! Our small yet mighty 16OC Run Club pictured below (Bruce Finkelman, Tim Wickes, Amy Schiller, Raesue Kao, and Nathan Kaylo) are running to benefit two incredible local organizations:  BandWith Chicago and the Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness. Every donation counts, but if you give $200 or more, you'll receive a FREE ticket to one of our music venues (subject to availability)! Donate here: https://lnkd.in/g2z_WxkD Thank you for your generous support!

A cocktail class at Moneygun, Snorkelbox, or Punch House is the best holiday party idea for your office, friend group, or family. Snacks, drinks, and learning from our amazing bar managers are included for an unforgettable evening. Reach out to events@16oncenterchicago.com to book your event today. 🍸

Shout out our business partner The HEINEKEN Company and an amazing take over show we worked with them to produce -- Vance Joy at the Shed on 9/17. Thanks to Teramok Advertising Agency | Chicago & Athens for putting the video together! #livemusicindustry #brandpartnerships #businesspartnerships

Earlier this month we welcomed over 8,000 guests to the picturesque lakefront for Evanston Folk Festival. With over 44 unique performances, we strived to embrace conversation and diversity in folk music. Thank you to our sponsors New Belgium Brewing, Liquid Death, Krombacher and many more. See you next year! #livemusicindustry #outdoormusicfestivals #businesspartnerships

Great article about our Co-Director of Music and Senior Talent Buyer Brent Heyl and his dreaming up the upcoming two-day music fest at Salt Shed, Warm Love Cool Dreams. Ideated during the pandemic, the theme is derived from a line in Nelson Algren’s “The Man with the Golden Arm.” The first day, “Warm Love,” features a lineup of musical acts that would be more intense, “spicier” and “fiery,” with headliner The Jesus Lizard. The second day, “Cool Dreams,” will be a “more mellow, kind of laying in the cut”, featuring headliner Kelela’s smooth-as-silk rhythmically intricate R&B reinvention. All going down September 28 & 29! #livemusicindustry #musicfestivals #businesspartnerships https://lnkd.in/gnAPiSdz

We wanted to recap what a great summer it's been at Salt Shed. Check out this reel showcasing over 40 shows with 200k+ attendees, private events, and the opening of two new elements -- Goose Island Beer Company's brewpub and our Three Top Lounge. Stay tuned for more coming soon... #livemusic #privateevents #businesspartnerships

Wow, what an honor to have two of our restaurants in The Infatuation's top three of "The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago!" Oriole is at number one, and Mariscos San Pedro (in the former Dusek's Tavern location) is at number three! Shout out to the chefs and teams who make these two restaurants special. https://lnkd.in/gvk-xsXq #hospitalityindustry #bestrestaurantschicago #foodandbeverage

Yesterday we held our annual All Staff Town Hall and summer hangout at The Salt Shed's lobby and fairgrounds. It's always great to see staff and leaders from all our properties gather together. Managing Partner Bruce Finkelman shared some of the new rally cry we are developing to cascade to staff and updates on new projects we have in the works. We held a panel of some of our 'Rockstars', folks who are doing great things from across the various verticals we execute - Talent Buying, Venue Management, Food & Beverage Service, and Brand Marketing & Sponsorship. Thanks to Bobby Ramirez, Davis Inman, Natalie Labriola, Meg Galus, and Matt Brooks for participating. #companyculture #townhalls #businesspartnerships #communitybuilding

Last week Empty Bottle Presents hosted the World's Largest Outdoor Karaoke night at the Salt Shed, and wow, what a night! Near to 5,000 folks came out, and many brave souls sang their hearts out on the big stage. We had so much fun, we'll for sure do this again sometime. In the meantime, keep those pipes warm! Thanks to our partners Ritual Zero Proof, Play Hard Vodka Seltzer, Goose Island Beer Company, Celsius Fitness Drink and all who worked to make this night happen. #liveentertainment #karaoke #businesspartnerships

One of our Strategic Anchors in determining if we are successful in a project is "Telling the story" -- which means, are we able to tell a meaningful story with the project, will it build community, is it something that stands the test of time? Our 1,000 person venue Thalia Hall in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago is exactly that. Check out this great piece on WBEZ Chicago about the history of this 100+ year old landmarked building and its journey to becoming of the best venues of its size in the country. #livemusic #architecture #culturebuilding https://lnkd.in/gxFVx8_r