As the world gears up for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Chicago is celebrating with a variety of exciting events, delicious French cuisine, and cultural activities. Whether you’re a sports enthusiast or simply love French culture, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the Paris Olympics celebrations in Chicago.
Mirella’s Tavern Olympics Viewing Party
Join Mirella’s Tavern for a 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremonies Viewing Party. Enjoy $3 Oyster Shooters, $5 Baked Meat Balls, and $10 Buffalo Calamari. Pair your food with refreshing cocktails, beer, or wine for the ultimate watch party experience. Learn more
Oyster Olympics at Venteux
Toast the 2024 Paris Olympics and National Oyster Day on Saturday August 3 at Venteux’s luxurious dining room. Each ticket tier unlocks a new level of shellfish for crustacean connoisseurs, making every guest a winner. Pair your oysters with a la carte cocktails, beer, or wine, or go for the gold with bottomless Champagne. Each ticket has a two-hour time limit, so don’t hesitate to indulge in the shellfish feast.
Café Olympique Tipsy Tea Party at The Gwen
Celebrate the Paris Olympics with tea-infused cocktails, delicious treats, and live DJ tunes at The Gwen’s Café Olympique Tipsy Tea Party. Enjoy menu highlights like artichoke beignet, quiche lorraine, gougeres, macarons, and crepe suzette. Reservations are required. Reserve your spot
Brindille Celebrates Paris Olympics with BIG Prizes
Guess the total number of medals won by the USA and France by July 22nd for a chance to win a $1,000 bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne and other prizes. Email your guess to brindillechicago@gmail.com. Be the first to email Chef Carrie at brindillechicago@gmail.com when France wins a medal. Include the athlete’s name, sport, competition, and medal type for a special dining experience at just $20.24 per person. Learn more
Taureaux Tavern’s Vive la Révolution Cocktails
Celebrate the Olympics with Taureaux Tavern’s red, white, and blue cocktail trio. Each cocktail, from the Negroni de la Révolution to the Aviation de la Révolution, embodies the spirit of the USA and France. For every cocktail ordered, $1 will be donated to Honor Flight Chicago. Learn more
Sofitel Magnificent Mile
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, a French-inspired hotel located off Michigan Avenue, will livestream the 2024 Olympics from the opening ceremony until the games end. Guests can view TVs from Le Bar and La Terrace at all times during open hours. The hotel’s lobby will also show the medal count for the top three countries throughout the games. Enjoy the hotel’s French savoir-faire and sophisticated ambiance while delighting in European-inspired bites and drinks. Learn more
La Grande Boucherie
La Grande Boucherie has crafted a prix fixe menu as a fun passport to Paris escape. Now through August 29, this menu celebrates the spirit of France in honor of the summer Olympics. Located in Chicago’s Belle Époque building, the unique Art Nouveau-inspired space provides guests with a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and menu. Enjoy traditional French cuisine fused with Chicago’s River North culinary heritage. Learn more
Celebrate the 2024 Paris Olympics in Chicago with delicious French cuisine, cultural activities, and lively parties. Experience the best of French culture and enjoy unforgettable summer festivities.
For more Paris-inspired events and restaurants in Chicago, check out our Bastille Day recommendations.