1. Jazz for July: On the first Friday of every month until September, the Hyde Park Shopping Center presents its Jazz in the Courtyard concert series. Noon-2 p.m. Friday, Courtyard Shops, 55th Street and South Lake Park Avenue, free; hpjazz.com
2. Red Line series:The Cubs and White Sox are playing just four games in their Crosstown Classic series this year, and the two-game split in June was exciting — here’s hoping for another. 6:15 p.m. Saturday and 1:10 p.m. Sunday, Guaranteed Rate Field, 333 W. 35th St., prices vary; www.mlb.com
3. Feliz cumpleaños, Frida: Fiesta de Frida Chicago features Frida-themed stations where guests can make art to take home. Handmade artwork can be purchased; one drink included. 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Catalyst Ranch, 656 W. Randolph St. 3W, $65; womensjusticeleague.com
4. Good kind of Spill: Built to Spill commemorates the 20th anniversary of “Keep It Like a Secret” by performing the LP in its entirety. 8 p.m. doors, 9 p.m. show Friday and Saturday, Thalia Hall, 1807 S. Allport St., $32 GA; eventbrite.com
5. Keep the party going: The Chosen Few Picnic in Jackson Park will hold four days of official parties as well. Times and venues vary Thursday through Sunday, check site for details, $10-$15; chosenfewdjs.com