Events | The MOVEMAKERS

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EVERY FRIDAY: 'AFTER FIVE' @ HUE

Welcome to GOOD TIMES Friday Happy Hours at Hue, the south loop's newest hot spot for savory bites, colorful cocktails, and community building. Hue is a concept devoted to providing luxury leisure for Chicago professionals while celebrating the diversity of the south loop and our city as represented in our vibrant menu.

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EVERY SATURDAY: ENJOYMENT

Welcome to Saturdays @ Hue, the south loop's newest hot spot for savory bites, colorful cocktails, and community building. Hue is a concept devoted to providing luxury leisure for Chicago professionals while celebrating the diversity of the south loop and our city as represented in our vibrant menu.

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6.20.26 | Black Bar Crawl (Chicago)

The 10th Annual Black Bar Crawl Chicago is a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and nightlife, bringing thousands together to support and experience some of Chicago’s best Black-owned bars, restaurants, and venues. Crawlers will start at select Black-owned establishments throughout the South Loop and will also have access to our exclusive food truck garden featuring great food, music, and drink specials. The experience will end with an unforgettable after-party on the beach (location TBA); all guests must be 21+ to participate, and all ticket purchases are final with no refunds.

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6.21.26 | Black-Nificent (Chicago)

Join us this Juneteenth as we celebrate 5 years of Black excellence in Chicago—and if you’ve been with us the past four years, you already know this event sells out fast. Set sail on the Chicago lakefront as we take in the stunning skyline while vibing to the best Hip-Hop, Afrobeats, and R&B. In partnership with Pyramid, Visionary Productions, and the Movemakers, we’re bringing you the ultimate Juneteenth experience—stay tuned, more details coming soon.

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WHO ARE WE???

MOVEMAKERS was founded in 2006 by six classmates from Howard University who shared a vision of creating premier events for young professionals in cities around the world. Today, through strategic partnerships with globally recognized brands, MOVEMAKERS has established a strong presence in both Chicago and Washington, DC. Signature events include the HU Bar Crawl (the largest Black bar crawl in the world), Blaque Mecca Block Party, Chicago Culture Ball, Rhythm and Beats, and more.