About This Event
BEAR DOWN: The Official Chicago Takeover Weekend takes place in Atlanta from Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18, 2026, with events scheduled across the weekend. The program includes three separate experiences: The Link Up on Friday, The Blackout on Saturday, and a Game Watch Party on Sunday.
The weekend opens on Friday, October 16 at La-Vie Restaurant & Lounge, 3155 Buford Hwy NE, from 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM. That event is described as a night of music, drinks, networking, and nightlife. On Saturday, October 17, The Blackout takes place at AIR Rooftop, 375 Luckie Street, Atlanta, from 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM. This Saturday event is an all-black affair.
The weekend closes on Sunday, October 18 with a Game Watch Party at Seven Midtown, 1100 Crescent Ave NE, Atlanta, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The description notes Chicago vs. Atlanta, with attendees encouraged to wear their team colors. An early bird all-access weekend pass is available for $80, and individual tickets or RSVP requirements may apply to each event separately.
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