# Event Details - **Event Name**: Chicago Captains Corps Launch Weekend - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Official Chicago Captains Corps (3Cs) Launch Weekend A Weekend of Community, Culture & Impact Join us for an unforgettable two-day celebration as we officially launch the Chicago Captains Corps (3Cs)—an Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to youth empowerment, community building, and philanthropy. 100% of proceeds directly support the Chicago Captains Corps and its first major initiative: #TheBoatingAcademy (The single ticket purchase is a pass for both events) The purchase is 100 percent tax deductible! The weekend is a PURE direct fundraiser! The purchase also includes entry into a raffle that includes a custom designed hat from Mo The Hatman and a pair of custom designed Chuck Taylors. Two hats and two pair of sneakers will be raffled for a lady and a gentlemen. (The raffle winner does NOT have to be present to win.) The weekend pass will benefit youth from the Village of Dolton, Illinois, ChiGivesBack, The Grayson Dean Racing Foundation, and Bronzeville and Englewood. One hundred percent of all proceeds go to the Chicago Captains Corps. (A IRS registered Illinois 501 C3 organization) The first phase of the Chicago Captains Corps will be the launch of #TheBoatingAcademy in November 2025. About #TheBoatingAcademy Kicking off in November 2025, the academy will introduce 30–40 high school students to a 13-week program in boating basics, orientation, and water safety. In partnership with Chicago’s Finest Marina, Museum Shores Yacht Club (59th Street Marina), and the 31st Street Marina, this groundbreaking program is designed to expand horizons and open new opportunities for young people. For more information email us at mike@chicaptscorps.org Launch Weekend Events Friday, October 10 Fedora Friday, Kicks & Stix 6:00 PM – Midnight Rucker Cigar Lounge, 14145 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr, Dolton, IL Hosts: #MrKeepItSmokey Rogers, Will Wheat & “Mo The Hatman” An upscale evening celebrating urban culture and style—cigars, hats, sneakers, and community. Purchase includes: • Exclusive Cigar Cut & Light experience with Big Phil & #MrKeepItSmokey (8:30 PM) • One complimentary Command Cigar with every ticket • Special trailer screening of The Bronze Oar documentary (History of Black Boating in Chicago) • Raffles: two custom hats from MoTheHatman + one box of Command Cigars • Live DJs: SwannQue Da Funk Mummy & DJ Sifu Event Partners: Rucker Cigar Lounge, Command Cigars Beverage Support: Funky Town Brewery, NG Distillery Saturday, October 11 Chuck Hop (Chuck Taylors & Hip Hop) 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM Renaissance Bronzeville, 4641 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, IL Bring your best Chucks and join a high-energy afternoon blending music, culture, and community impact. There will be a raffle of two pair of customized Chuck Taylors for a lady and gentleman! There will be a Cigar Patio! Featuring: • Music industry icon George Daniels • The Soul Selector DJs • Leon Rogers • PBE Messico • Plus surprise special guests!! Why Attend? Your ticket (single purchase is a pass for both events) is not just access to two unforgettable events—it is an investment in the next generation. Every dollar raised fuels #TheBoatingAcademy and helps launch the Chicago Captains Corps’ mission to inspire, educate, and uplift. Be part of the history. Be part of the impact. Be part of the Corps. Get the FULL Weekend Launch Details Here: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/chicago-captains-corps-launch-weekend - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dolton/chicago-captains-corps-launch-weekend/200029334077852 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, nonprofit, music, dance, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 46 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029334077852?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=dolton-events ## Event venue details - **city**: Dolton - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 14145 Chicago Rd, Dolton, IL 60419, United States - **lat**: 41.63742 - **long**: -87.60724 - **full address**: 14145 Chicago Rd, Dolton, IL 60419, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Chicago Captains Corps Launch Weekend - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c047d763aaaa3099aeddfefc9134ea127f236f9d142f602e494a501833141909-rimg-w1200-h1059-dcffffff-gmir?v=1772434739 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Chicago Captains Corps Launch Weekend being held? - **A:** Chicago Captains Corps Launch Weekend takes place on Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 14145 Chicago Rd, Dolton, IL 60419, United States. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Chicago Captains Corps Launch Weekend is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dolton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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