Happenings
Haunted High Tea
Cozy up on Sunday, October 26 with Alma’s Haunted High Tea, a spirited twist on the classic afternoon tradition. Beginning at 1pm, enjoy festively decorated tables, a complimentary glass of Witches Brew (mulled wine), prosecco, bubbly rosé, or apple cider for kids, and a tea tower filled with Halloween- and fall-inspired sandwiches and sweets. Sip Rare Cellar teas like Autumn Harvest Cran Apple, Bourbon Vanilla Chai, Jasmine Pearls, and Thai Rooibos, paired with cinnamon rolls, apple crumble tarts, and more. Each guest will also take home candy from Amy’s Candy Bar to keep the festivities going. Tickets are $45 per adult and $30 per children ages 4-12. Valet service available.
Make your reservations here.
Alma Supper Club feat. Aaron Day
Join us for the launch of our Supper Club series. Enjoy live music from 7–9pm featuring rotating lounge-style performers like jazz trios, piano acts, and more. From 7–10pm, sip on a curated menu of $12 Midwestern-inspired cocktails during our Happy Hour. A new vibe, a nostalgic nod – Supper Club is your midweek escape!
Follow along on Instagram and stay tuned for updates and announcements: @almahotelzachary.
Reservations coming soon.
Bubbles & Beats Happy Hour at Alma with Hannah Heavin and DJ Demchuk
Kick off the weekend with a delicious and satisfying mix of Bubbles & Beats every Friday at Alma! Starting at 5 p.m., the city’s top talent will be spinning everything from top hits to undiscovered gems. Enjoy our happy hour menu from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with $10 prosecco and bubbly rose. Start your Friday night in style with our light bites, bubbly drinks and groovy beats at Alma!
Vinyl Thursdays at Alma with KRLS1
Thursday nights are best with a great atmosphere and drink in hand! Join us every Thursday from 7 to 11 p.m. for a seamless blend of spinning vinyl and classic cocktails. From 7 to 10 p.m., you and your friends and can indulge in $12 Daiquiris, Penicillin, Tom Collins and Palomas as an eclectic mix of soul, funk, disco and house music soothe your senses. Toast the weekend ahead at Alma!
Pumpkin Craft Happy Hour
Celebrate the season at Alma with a Pumpkin Craft Happy Hour on Tuesday, October 22 from 6-8pm. Join our friends Indigo & Violet for a hands-on pumpkin decorating workshop where you’ll create your own mini pumpkin adorned with real succulent cuttings, moss, and colorful dried florals, no carving required! Each guest will choose a mini pumpkin and receive all the materials needed to ensure your succulents continue to thrive long after fall. While you craft, enjoy Halloween-themed treats and sip on happy hour specials, including $5 beer, $10 wine (featuring Witches Brew - our House Mulled Wine!), and $12 cocktails. Tickets are $45 and include the full pumpkin decorating experience - perfect for a festive and creative evening with friends!
Make your reservations here.
Book Club at Alma
Discover literary bliss at Book Club at Alma, a delightful partnership between Alma at Hotel Zachary and The Last Chapter Book Shop! Join us once a month in The Den, a cozy space next to a crackling fireplace, for engaging discussions about this month’s featured read. Reserve your complimentary ticket to be a part of the conversation while enjoying signature cocktails and delectable light bites at a discounted rate. Make sure to grab your copy of this month’s book selection from The Last Chapter located at 2013 W Roscoe St!
Make your reservations here.
Fall Afternoon Tea
Cozy up this fall season with a warm cup of tea or glass of bubbly at Alma’s Fall Afternoon Tea. On September 21 beginning at 1 p.m., guests are invited to enjoy live music from Chicago guitarist Jeff Swanson while sipping on a curated selection of luxury teas from Rare Cellar, including Autumn Harvest Cran Apple, Bourbon Vanilla Chai, Emperor’s Jasmine Pearls, and High Mountain Thai Rooibos. Pair your tea with Mediterranean-inspired light bites, along with new seasonal offerings such as two fall sandwiches, warm Cinnamon Rolls, and Apple Crumble Tarts.
Tickets are $45 per adult and $30 per children ages 4-12. Valet service available. Make your reservations here.
Bubbles & Beats Happy Hour at Alma with DBP and DJ CT
Kick off the weekend with a delicious and satisfying mix of Bubbles & Beats every Friday at Alma! Starting at 5 p.m., the city’s top talent will be spinning everything from top hits to undiscovered gems. Enjoy our happy hour menu from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with $10 prosecco and bubbly rose. Start your Friday night in style with our light bites, bubbly drinks and groovy beats at Alma!
WAXX at Alma with DJ Tess and Karl Almaria
Thursday nights are best with a great atmosphere and drink in hand! Join us every Thursday from 7 to 11 p.m. for a seamless blend of spinning vinyl and classic cocktails. From 7 to 10 p.m., you and your friends and can indulge in $12 Daiquiris, Penicillin, Tom Collins and Palomas as an eclectic mix of soul, funk, disco and house music soothe your senses. Toast the weekend ahead at Alma!
Pitch - A - Friend at Alma
Join us at Alma for a night of fun, laughter, and unexpected connections with Pitch-a-Friend Chicago! On Wednesday, October 15 starting at 8 p.m. watch as friends give lively slide presentations to hype up their incredible single pals. Enjoy our happy hour menu - $5 beer, $10 wine and $12 cocktails – while you cheer on the pitches, and then mix and mingle with an amazing crowd. Best of all? It’s free to attend! Want to take the stage and pitch a friend? Sign up at www.pitch-a-friend.com/chicago/signup. Whether you're matchmaking or just here to meet someone new, this is your chance to make connections in the most entertaining way possible!
Yappy Hour
Join us on Monday, October 13, from 5–8 p.m. for a spooktacular evening with your four-legged friend! Sip on ghoulishly good cocktails or bubbly while enjoying the fall vibes with your pup by your side. Treat yourself to select $5 beers, $10 wine & bubbly, $12 cocktails, and delight your dog at a pup-friendly grazing table from Cosmicos Pet Bakery. Admission is FREE, and a portion of the night’s proceeds will benefit PAWS Chicago. Come for the drinks, stay for the dogs – and maybe a little Halloween fun! Costumes encouraged but optional.
Reservations coming soon.
Fall Afternoon Tea
Cozy up this fall season with a warm cup of tea or glass of bubbly at Alma’s Fall Afternoon Tea. On September 21 beginning at 1 p.m., guests are invited to enjoy live music from Chicago guitarist Jeff Swanson while sipping on a curated selection of luxury teas from Rare Cellar, including Autumn Harvest Cran Apple, Bourbon Vanilla Chai, Emperor’s Jasmine Pearls, and High Mountain Thai Rooibos. Pair your tea with Mediterranean-inspired light bites, along with new seasonal offerings such as two fall sandwiches, warm Cinnamon Rolls, and Apple Crumble Tarts.
Tickets are $45 per adult and $30 per children ages 4-12. Valet service available. Reservations available soon.
Bubbles & Beats Happy Hour at Alma with DJ Moonlanding and Kosmo
Kick off the weekend with a delicious and satisfying mix of Bubbles & Beats every Friday at Alma! Starting at 5 p.m., the city’s top talent will be spinning everything from top hits to undiscovered gems. Enjoy our happy hour menu from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with $10 prosecco and bubbly rose. Start your Friday night in style with our light bites, bubbly drinks and groovy beats at Alma!
Vinyl Thursdays at Alma with selective listening
Thursday nights are best with a great atmosphere and drink in hand! Join us every Thursday from 7 to 11 p.m. for a seamless blend of spinning vinyl and classic cocktails. From 7 to 10 p.m., you and your friends and can indulge in $12 Daiquiris, Penicillin, Tom Collins and Palomas as an eclectic mix of soul, funk, disco and house music soothe your senses. Toast the weekend ahead at Alma!
Vinyl Thursdays at Alma with .diasfunk
Thursday nights are best with a great atmosphere and drink in hand! Join us every Thursday from 7 to 11 p.m. for a seamless blend of spinning vinyl and classic cocktails. From 7 to 10 p.m., you and your friends and can indulge in $12 Daiquiris, Penicillin, Tom Collins and Palomas as an eclectic mix of soul, funk, disco and house music soothe your senses. Toast the weekend ahead at Alma!
Bubbles & Beats Happy Hour at Alma with Nikki X and Drumset
Kick off the weekend with a delicious and satisfying mix of Bubbles & Beats every Friday at Alma! Starting at 5 p.m., the city’s top talent will be spinning everything from top hits to undiscovered gems. Enjoy our happy hour menu from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with $10 prosecco and bubbly rose. Start your Friday night in style with our light bites, bubbly drinks and groovy beats at Alma!
Vinyl Thursdays at Alma with Karl Almaria
Thursday nights are best with a great atmosphere and drink in hand! Join us every Thursday from 7 to 11 p.m. for a seamless blend of spinning vinyl and classic cocktails. From 7 to 10 p.m., you and your friends and can indulge in $12 Daiquiris, Penicillin, Tom Collins and Palomas as an eclectic mix of soul, funk, disco and house music soothe your senses. Toast the weekend ahead at Alma!
Bubbles & Beats at Alma with Karl Almaria and DBP
Kick off the weekend with a delicious and satisfying mix of Bubbles & Beats on Fridays at Alma! Starting at 5 p.m., the city’s top talent will be spinning everything from top hits to undiscovered gems. Start your Friday night in style with our light bites, bubbly drinks and groovy beats at Alma!

