🎉 Somerville Family Reunion at the Bud Billiken® Parade — VIP Experience & Block Party 🎉

Join the Somerville Family as we celebrate legacy, unity, and excellence at the 96th Annual Bud Billiken® Parade in Chicago!

📅 Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
🕒 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 39th & Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to 51st Street in Washington Park
💵 Cost: $175 per person
🔒 Deadline to Register: Sunday, July 28, 2025

 
Your VIP Ticket Includes:

🍽️ VIP Breakfast at Mandrake Park
Enjoy a delicious catered breakfast with shaded seating alongside Chicago community leaders.

🎉 VIP Reviewing Stand Access
Watch the parade in comfort from exclusive viewing seats located near the northwest corner of Washington Park.

🎊 Oakwood Block Party Access
Celebrate after the parade with music, food, and fun just steps away from the parade route.

🪑 Reserved Seating for 10 Family Members
The Somerville Family will have a designated table hosted by Dr. Marc Sengstacke.

🛺 Mobility Support
Golf cart transportation will be provided for family members with mobility challenges, including transport between parking, breakfast, parade shuttle, and the Block Party.

🚗 Valet Parking Access
Available in the VIP Lot at Mandrake Park for your convenience.

 
This experience has been specially curated in collaboration with the Somerville Family Reunion Planning Committee and Chicago Defender Charities. Our team is here to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for all attendees.

 
📌 Note:
Additional instructions, lanyards, credentials, and shuttle information will be provided closer to the event date. Please indicate if you or a guest require mobility assistance.

🎟️ Reserve Now to lock in your place and celebrate with the Somerville Family on the Road to 100!