For the first time in seven years, the Chicago Cubs are headed to a post-season game. This Wednesday at 7:08pm, the team will be in Pittsburgh to face the Pirates in the National League wild-card game. They need to win on Wednesday, because if they don't, we're looking at year 108 of the Billy Goat curse. Buckle up, Cubs fans—Wednesday's your chance to see the Cubs go further than they've gone in quite some time. Need somewhere to watch? Check out these special events around Chicago, or you can never go wrong at these Wrigleyville bars.
Duck fat dog at Bottlefork: This Wednesday only, fans can catch the game and eat an extra special version of Chicago's beloved hot dog at Bottlefork—the Duck Inn's seriously good duck fat dog by chef Kevin Hickey ($10). Celebrate the post-season game with a Chicago favorite, with just a little more duck fat than normal.
Watch–and play—games at the Game Room: On Wednesday, watch the Cubs on big screens at the Game Room while you sip cocktails, eat soft pretzels and fries, and beat your buddies at bocce ball, pool or shuffleboard.
Giordano's "Fly the W" Pizza: At some Giordano's locations, Cubs fans can enjoy a specialty pizza with the Cubs' trademark "W" written in Parmesan on top of the pie for every post-season game. If you head to the Lakeview location (1040 W Belmont Ave), Giordano's also plays the game over the speakers. (Locations include: Gold Coast, Prudential Plaza, Navy Pier, Central Loop, Lakeview, Lincoln Square and Andersonville)
Big screen baseball at the Logan Theatre: Admission is free, but seats are limited. Head to the Logan Theatre to watch the game on the big screen. Just be sure to pick your tickets up ahead of time.
Watch party at Replay: Watch the game and give money to a good cause. Replay on Halsted is hosting a watch party that benefits Fred Says, a local charity that supports health care for HIV-positive teens. The first 100 people who make a $10 donation will get two drink tickets for well drinks or draft beer.
Timothy O'Toole's Watch Party: With more than 70 televisions, it'll be hard to miss the game at Timothy O'Toole's. And with all the excitement, including singing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" during the seventh inning stretch, you might think you're at the game. Specials include $4.50 Bud Light stadium cups, $14 Bud Light pitchers, $6 Jameson shots and an $8 Chicago-style hot dog with a side. The party starts at 6:30pm.