Salt Shed Open House (Arboretum Edition)

As the relentless, record-settin' cold of 2026 winds down, Salt Shed is defrosting the city's frozen bones with an Open House that's a veritable antidote to your seasonal affective disorder. This is not your grandma's garden party; it's a multi-sensory jamboree set to peel back layers of winter gloom and give you a dose of spring's renewal.

With a pulsing, electrifying heartbeat, Elston Electric will bring the warmth indoors, showcasing a retro-arcade experience that'll bring you back to the times when cheat codes ruled the world. For the cocktail connoisseurs, the Three Top Lounge will serve as your sanctuary, mixing up specialty quenchers and offering a rooftop perch overlooking a panorama of city lights and hopeful weather forecasts.

For the sartorially savvy, Umbrella Vintage and Fret 12 are your go-to boutiques, boasting racks of tastefully curated clothing and accessories that scream 'breakout of the winter cocoon'. While at RISE, discover a treasure trove of unique trinkets and home decor that'll add a dash of indie flair to your space.

And nothing screams 'spring has sprung' better than Arbor Day tie-ins. In collaboration with the Morton Arboretum, Salt Shed is all set to turn urbanites into tree-hugging heroes for the day, offering free trees to plant, while supplies last. Because nothing smells more of cool than lending a hand to Mother Nature.

Finish your day with frosty craft beers on the patio of the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub, a haven for the hop-obsessed and casual drinkers alike.

RSVP now or forever hold your FOMO. But remember, an RSVP's just a piece of paper – it ain't your golden ticket in. You've been warned.