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at DANK Haus German American Cultural Center

The DANK Haus is always full of programming that contributes to our mission as the cultural hub for German Americans in Chicago.

Our Stammtisch Open Haus, a social evening to connect those with an interest in German Chicago, is held the third Friday of every month. Other events include monthly Kulturküche cooking classes, concerts and exhibits in our Fine Arts series, and special Cultural Events that bring the traditions of Germany to America.

On these pages you will find a sampling of our recurring and upcoming events. Subscribe to our event list for the most up to date information! Also, be sure to read and understand our cancellation and refund policy should it be needed.

For more information on other exciting German functions in Chicago, we encourage you to visit the German Day site.

Upcoming events

  • Stammtisch - Summer Solstice with the Pieptones

    • Friday, June 21, 2019
    • 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
    • DANK Haus German American Cultural Center


    Friday | June 21

    7:30 PM

    Stammtisch - Summer Solstice

    with the Pieptone Band

    Enjoy the L O N G E S T day of the year in style and join us for our monthly Stammtisch "Open House"! The Pieptones are back to help us celebrate the summer equinox in our historic Skyline Lounge. You can watch the sun (finally) set over the city from our rooftop terrace. Doors open at 7:30 PM - Live Entertainment - Drink Specials - Food Available for Purchase.

    Free parking at 5/3 Bank, formally MB Financial at the corner of Western and Gunnison.

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  • Kulturküche - Spätzle

    • Friday, June 28, 2019
    • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    • 5th Floor Marunde Ballroom
    • 0
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    Friday, June 28
    7:30 - 9:30 PM
    5th Floor


    On Friday, June 28th, our monthly Kulturküche, German inspired cooking classes, features Chef Kathy Skutecki teaching five different versions of the classic side dish, Spätzle. Kathy trained at Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School and worked at a Michelin starred restaurant before starting her own company consulting to the finest restaurants in the Midwest. Kathy will be teaching several different techniques to produce this hearty and delicious German favorite! Purchase tickets online. $24 each, $20 for Friends of DANK Haus Members.

    Free Parking at 5/3 Bank (Formally MB Financial) at the corner of Western and Gunnison.


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  • Kulturküche: Pretzel Blitz

    • Friday, July 12, 2019
    • 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    • 5th floor, Kitchen
    • 14
    Register

    Kulturküche - Pretzel Blitz

    July 12th | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | 5th Floor

    Ever wondered how to make authentic German Pretzels? Join us for Kulturküche, our very own German-inspired cooking class! This month's class features Pretzel Meister Reinhard and a hands-on lesson in German Pretzel making. This is a popular class and it fills up fast. Course includes generous tastings and one free drink. $24 per person / $20 for “Friends of the DANK Haus”. Class is held Friday, July 12th and starts at 6:30 PM (Perfect pretzels take time! Please plan to spend 3 hours with us). Tickets must be purchased in advance. Beverages will be available for purchase at the bar. Bring your friends and your taste buds!

    Free Parking available 5/3rd Bank formally MB Financial lot (entrance on Western & Gunnison).

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  • Kulturküche: Pretzel Blitz

    • Friday, July 19, 2019
    • 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    • 5th floor, Kitchen
    • 9
    Register

    Kulturküche - Pretzel Blitz

    July 19th | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | 5th Floor

    Ever wondered how to make authentic German Pretzels? Join us for Kulturküche, our very own German-inspired cooking class! This month's class features Pretzel Meister Reinhard and a hands-on lesson in German Pretzel making. This is a popular class and it fills up fast. Course includes generous tastings and one free drink. $24 per person / $20 for “Friends of the DANK Haus”. Class is held Friday, July 19th and starts at 6:30 PM (Perfect pretzels take time! Please plan to spend 3 hours with us). Tickets must be purchased in advance. Beverages will be available for purchase at the bar. Bring your friends and your taste buds!

    Free Parking available in the 5/3 Bank formally MB Financial lot (entrance on Western & Gunnison).

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  • Kulturküche: Pretzel Blitz

    • Friday, July 26, 2019
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • 5th floor, Kitchen
    • 20
    Register

    Kulturküche - Pretzel Blitz

    July 26th | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | 5th Floor

    Ever wondered how to make authentic German Pretzels? Join us for Kulturküche, our very own German-inspired cooking class! This month's class features Pretzel Meister Reinhard and a hands-on lesson in German Pretzel making. This is a popular class and it fills up fast. Course includes generous tastings and one free drink. $24 per person / $20 for “Friends of the DANK Haus”. Class is held Friday, July 26th and starts at 1:00 PM (perfect pretzel take time! Please plan to spend 3 hours with us). Tickets must be purchased in advance. Beverages will be available for purchase at the bar. Bring your friends and your taste buds!

    Free Parking available in the 5/3 Bank formally MB Financial lot (entrance on Western & Gunnison).

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  • Kinderschule Sommercamp 2019 - Ages 9-12

    • Monday, August 05, 2019
    • 9:00 AM
    • Friday, August 16, 2019
    • 3:00 PM
    • Dank Haus German American Cultural Center
    • 0
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    *We've reached our maximum and registration is now closed! You are welcome to register to be placed on the waitlist and you will be contacted if a spot becomes free.

    *If you have already registered your child but now would like to add before/after care, please email dank@dankhaus.com for assistance.

    DANK Haus Kinderschule Sommercamp is a fun introduction to and reinforcement of German language and culture for kids ages 9-12.  

    This year we want to focus on ways kids can give back, be communal and kind. We will run a mini food donation drive, visit a local food pantry, host a lemonade stand and decide on a charitable organization to donate proceeds to, ... and so much more.

    Sommercamp is hosted August 5 through 16, from 9am to 3pm. Before & after care is available with flexible registration for one or two weeks. Please fill out a separate registration form for before & after care.

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  • Kinderschule Sommercamp 2019 - Ages 4-8

    • Monday, August 05, 2019
    • 9:00 AM
    • Friday, August 16, 2019
    • 3:00 PM
    • Dank Haus German American Cultural Center
    • 0
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    *We've reached our maximum and registration is now closed! You are welcome to register to be placed on the waitlist and you will be contacted if a spot becomes free.

    *If you have already registered your child but now would like to add before/after care, please email dank@dankhaus.com for assistance.

    DANK Haus Kinderschule Sommercamp is a fun introduction to and reinforcement of German language and culture for kids ages 4-8.  

    This year we want to focus on ways kids can give back, be communal and kind. We will run a mini food donation drive, visit a local food pantry, host a lemonade stand and decide on a charitable organization to donate proceeds to, ... and so much more.

    Sommercamp is hosted August 5 through 16, from 9am to 3pm. Before & after care is available with flexible registration for one or two weeks. Please fill out a separate registration form for before & after care.


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  • German History: Konflikt, Kultur & Kabarett in Weimar, 1919 to 1933

    • Thursday, September 26, 2019
    • 7:00 PM
    • Thursday, February 13, 2020
    • 9:00 PM
    • DANK Haus, 2nd Floor Brandenburg Room
    • Be the first
    Register


    Join us as we immerse ourselves in the lives and times of the Weimar Republic, the German people’s first taste of Demokratie during a period of extraordinary political, economic and societal turbulence. Tragically sandwiched between the sorry end of Bismarck’s Kaiserreich in 1919 and the very beginning of Adolf Hitler’s diabolical reign in 1933. National demoralization from defeat in war, ruinous hyperinflation via punitive war reparations and sinister political forces arrayed against democracy present Weimar with extreme challenges. Yet Weimar also gives rise to uniquely creative cultural expression which flourishes during the Golden Twenties before being strangled by the great worldwide Depression and rapid ascent of a neo-pagan, anti-Semitic and anti-democratic ideology known as National Socialism.

    For more info: Konflikt, Kultur and Kabarett in Weimar, 1919 to 1933.JPG
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DANK Haus
German American Cultural Center 
4740 North Western Avenue 
Chicago, IL 60625

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Office: +1 (773) 561-9181
Email: Dank@Dankhaus.com

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center does not discriminate based on race, color, sexuality, national origin, sex, disability or age.
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