2023 Public Event Schedule
(Schedule Last Revised March 28,
2023)
The following is our current schedule of public shows, appearances, and special events for
2023. Check back often since our schedule changes frequently as bookings continue to come in right up through the end of the year.
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Saturday, January 7, 2023
Jewel Osco's World's Fare Themed Event
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Chicago, Illinois
The Barefoot Hawaiian will be performing a show with two musicians and two
dancers as part of a World's Fare Themed Event sponsored and operated by Jewel
Osco. The full event starts at 11:00 AM, with the Barefoot Hawaiian
representing the Hawaiian Islands at this World's Fare with a 1 hour show from
1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Jewel Osco
4660 W. Irving Park Rd
Chicago, Illinois 60641
Jewel Osco World's Fare Web Site
No public shows were performed in February
No Public Performances have yet been scheduled for
March
WE'RE BACK!
After a 3-year absence due
to Covid-19, we're back, by popular
demand, at Chef Shangri-La with Regular Monthly Performances
Come out tonight for our Return Debut Performance!
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Chef Shangri-La Dinner Show
6:00 - 7:00 PM
North Riverside, Illinois
Enjoy a FREE Barefoot Hawaiian show with your Dinner
Generally held the third Sunday of each month

The above photo is from our Chef Shangri-La Show performed on August 16, 2019
No prix fixe menu or price
Simply order what you want from the large selection
dinner menu
and enjoy the complimentary Barefoot Hawaiian show - no additional charge
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Reservations Strongly Encouraged
Call Chef Shangri-La during their business hours to make your
reservation.
Reservations not required but recommended in case the restaurant is busy.
It is strongly recommended to get a table with good show viewing
Chef Shangri-La
Asian Fusion Cuisine and Tropical Drinks
7930 W. 26th St.
North Riverside, IL
708-442-7080

Chef
Shangri-La Web Site
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Performance
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Chicago, Illinois (Chinatown Neighborhood)
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month and the Jewel
Osco located near Chicago's Chinatown is in recognition and celebration of
it. In that endeavor, they have hired the Barefoot Hawaiian to
perform.
The Barefoot Hawaiian will be performing a full 1-hour show inside the store
that will feature two musicians and two
dancers. Come on out and show your support for our Asian American friends
and see a great show in the process, and get your grocery shopping done too.
Jewel Osco
1340 S. Canal Street
Chicago, Illinois 60607
312-666-5495
Sunday, May 21, 2023
Chef Shangri-La Dinner Show
6:00 - 7:00 PM
North Riverside, Illinois
Enjoy a FREE Barefoot Hawaiian show with your Dinner
Generally held the third Sunday of each month

The above photo is another from our Chef Shangri-La Show performed on August 16, 2019
No prix fixe menu or price
Simply order what you want from the large selection
dinner menu
and enjoy the complimentary Barefoot Hawaiian show - no additional charge
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Reservations Strongly Encouraged
Call Chef Shangri-La during their business hours to make your
reservation.
Reservations not required but recommended in case the restaurant is busy.
It is strongly recommended to get a table with good show viewing
Chef Shangri-La
Asian Fusion Cuisine and Tropical Drinks
7930 W. 26th St.
North Riverside, IL
708-442-7080

Chef
Shangri-La Web Site
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Naperville Public Library Show
Naperville, IL
7:00 - 7:45 PM
Further Details to Come
Saturday, June 3, 2023
New Lenox Public Library Show
New Lenox, IL
10:30 - 11:15 AM
Further Details to Come
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Wheaton Public Library's "Concert on the Park"
Wheaton, Illinois
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Concerts are held outdoors on the West Plaza. The
Barefoot Hawaiian will be playing recorded music from
1:00 to 2:00 PM for the pre-show enjoyment of arriving
library guests. This will be followed by a full-hour
dance performance from 2:00
to 3:00 PM.
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St.
Wheaton, IL 60187
690-668-1974
Wheaton
Public Library Web Site
Friday, June 16, 2023
Rock Island Public House Performance
Blue Island, Illinois
8:30 - 9:30 PM
Further details of this performance to
come.
(At the time of this posting, this event was not
yet listed on the Rock Island Public House web site or facebook page)
Rock Island Public House
13328 Olde Western Avenue
Blue Island, IL 60406
Rock Island Public House Web Site
Saturday, June 17, 2023
The Taste of Des Plaines
1:00 - 2:00 PM

The above photo is from the 2022 Taste of Des Plaines Show
Performing on the Family Stage
Des Plaines Library Center
1501 Ellinwood Street
Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
Cost: FREE
(Food and beverage available for purchase at the Taste)
Sponsored by the City of Des Plaines
and various city event sponsors
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Chef Shangri-La Dinner Show
6:00 - 7:00 PM
North Riverside, Illinois
FATHER'S DAY!
Not sure what to get Dad?
Take him here for Father's Day. He's sure to
love it!
Enjoy a FREE Barefoot Hawaiian show with your Dinner
Generally held the third Sunday of each month

The above photo is yet another from our Chef Shangri-La Show performed on August 16, 2019
No prix fixe menu or price
Simply order what you want from the large selection
dinner menu
and enjoy the complimentary Barefoot Hawaiian show - no additional charge
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Reservations Strongly Encouraged
Call Chef Shangri-La during their business hours to make your
reservation.
Reservations not required but recommended in case the restaurant is busy.
It is strongly recommended to get a table with good show viewing
Chef Shangri-La
Asian Fusion Cuisine and Tropical Drinks
7930 W. 26th St.
North Riverside, IL
708-442-7080

Chef
Shangri-La Web Site
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Rolling Meadows July 4th Parade
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
11:30 AM
Further Details to Come
Friday, July 14, 2023
Lockport Park District Show
Lockport, Illinois
4:00 PM
Further Details to Come
Sunday, July 16, 2023
Chef Shangri-La Dinner Show
6:00 - 7:00 PM
North Riverside, Illinois
Enjoy a FREE Barefoot Hawaiian show with your Dinner
Generally held the third Sunday of each month

The above is yet again another photo from our Chef Shangri-La Show performed on August 16, 2019
No prix fixe menu or price
Simply order what you want from the large selection
dinner menu
and enjoy the complimentary Barefoot Hawaiian show - no additional charge
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Reservations Strongly Encouraged
Call Chef Shangri-La during their business hours to make your
reservation.
Reservations not required but recommended in case the restaurant is busy.
It is strongly recommended to get a table with good show viewing
Chef Shangri-La
Asian Fusion Cuisine and Tropical Drinks
7930 W. 26th St.
North Riverside, IL
708-442-7080

Chef
Shangri-La Web Site
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Schaumburg Township Library Show
Schaumburg, Illinois
7:00 - 7:45 PM
Schaumburg Township Library
130 S. Roselle Road
Schaumburg, IL
The show will be in the park
across the street from the library
Wednesday, July 26 2023
Veterans Park District Show
Melrose Park, IL
6:00 - 7:30 PM
The Barefoot Hawaiian will be performing a
live music and Polynesian dance show this evening.
The
Barefoot Hawaiian band will be performing live music from
6:00 to 6:30 PM for the pre-show enjoyment of arriving guests. This will be followed by a full-hour
Polynesian dance show with three entertainers from 6:30
to 7:30 PM. There will be concessions with beer
and tropical drinks for sale starting at 6:00 PM. After the Barefoot
Hawaiian live performances, the park district will be showing the movie, "Moana."
The show and movie are free and open to the public.
Baton Park
1220 N. 9th Avenue
Melrose Park, IL
Sunday, August 13, 2023
Niles-Maine Library Show
Niles, Illinois
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Further Details to Come
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Chef Shangri-La Dinner Show
6:00 - 7:00 PM
North Riverside, Illinois
Enjoy a FREE Barefoot Hawaiian show with your Dinner
Generally held the third Sunday of each month

The above photo is from our Chef Shangri-La Show performed on August 16, 2019
No prix fixe menu or price
Simply order what you want from the large selection
dinner menu
and enjoy the complimentary Barefoot Hawaiian show - no additional charge
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Reservations Strongly Encouraged
Call Chef Shangri-La during their business hours to make your
reservation.
Reservations not required but recommended in case the restaurant is busy.
It is strongly recommended to get a table with good show viewing
Chef Shangri-La
Asian Fusion Cuisine and Tropical Drinks
7930 W. 26th St.
North Riverside, IL
708-442-7080

Chef
Shangri-La Web Site
Friday, September 8, 2023
Rolling Meadows Concert in the Park
Rolling Meadows,
Illinois
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Enjoy an exciting evening of live music by the Barefoot
Hawaiian Band, Polynesian dance performances by the
Barefoot Hawaiian professional dance troupe, and a Samoan
Fire Knife performance.
Kimball Hill Park
3286 Kirchoff Rd.
Rolling Meadows , IL 60008
847-818-3200
No Public Performances have yet been scheduled for
October
No Public Performances have yet been scheduled for
November
No Public Performances have yet been scheduled for
December
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