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JEWEL-OSCO MARKS 125TH ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE
Friday, August 23, 2024 - 9:00 AM
to Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - 9:00 PM
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM See all dates and Times
Cheers to 125 Years: The Kickoff Celebration (Friday, Aug 23, 1:25-3:00 PM) – Start the festivities at the Jewel-Osco on Des Plaines and Kinzie in Chicago. Enjoy dozens of in-store prizes, contests, and giveaways, surprise pop-ups with samples and freebies, delicious bites and beverages, and a special appearance by Violeta from The Morning Mix (101.9 FM) who will be mixing up creative cocktails. A custom mural by renowned muralist Lauren Asta spans over 9,000 square feet around the store and will be officially introduced, whimsically wrapping the building in company history. Find more information at www.jewelosco125.com.
JoJo’s Birthday Bash at Lincoln Park Zoo (Sunday, Sept 1, 11AM – 4PM) – Join JoJo, Jewel-Osco’s beloved mascot, along with sports team and brand mascot friends at the Lincoln Park Zoo Main Mall for JoJo’s 7th Birthday Bash! Jump into the 3D mural with its captivating illusion. Enjoy special cupcakes and giveaways (while supplies last) and a chance to meet and take pictures with JoJo and his Chicagoland mascot buddies. Circus-style performers provide big entertainment and energy to the day. An original birthday song by The Morning Mix host Chris Petlak officially marks the birthday celebration at 1:25 p.m. Find more information at www.jewelosco125.com.
Jewel-Osco Charity Beach Volleyball Classic (Thursday, Sept 5, 5 PM – 9PM) – Enter to participate, or watch hundreds of athletes compete for charity and glory at Jewel-Osco’s first-ever charity beach volleyball tournament on the beautiful shores of North Avenue Beach. Enjoy a spectacular open with Chicagoland Sky Divers delivering the first game balls, food, games, and commentary from ESPN Chicago’s Tom Thayer and David Kaplan. In addition, The Morning Mix road crew will provide music and a 360 Photo Booth to amp up the energy for the additional beach contests offered. (Rain date Friday, Sept. 6; same time) Find more information including how to register for the games at www.jewelosco125.com.
Jewel-Osco’s Yappy Hour at The Dock on Montrose (Saturday, Sept 7, 11AM – 3PM) – Bring your furry friend to Montrose Beach for an afternoon of fun and fundraising at the Jewel-Osco Yappy Hour. Register to enter a Fall Fashion Show for Dog and help raise funds for PAWS Chicago. Pets and pet parents will also enjoy an incredible sand sculpture, pet caricatures, dog treats and special giveaways from all Jewel-Osco and the 125th anniversary sponsors. Find more information: www.jewelosco125.com.
