upcoming events
Walk The Block
Walk, Sip, Win – and Give Back!
Join us for a fun-filled event at Great Central Brewing Company! Lace up your sneakers, sip some brews, and help us raise funds for Orange Tent Project!
Every lap = a raffle ticket! But that's not all... the more you move, the more you earn:
2 laps: Half off a beer
5 laps: One FREE beer
10 laps: One free beer + $10 GCBC gift card
20 laps: One free beer + $10 GCBC gift card + a 4-pack to-go
35 laps: All of the above + a branded Hef glass (we’ve got plenty to share!)
50 laps: All of the above, but the gift card becomes $30!
Top walker of the day takes home the GRAND PRIZE
Want to make an even bigger impact? Become a sponsored walker! You and/or friends and family can pledge certain amounts per lap, with ALL proceeds going directly to OTP. Let’s walk for a cause!
Justice for Laughs
Join us for a night of laughs with Chicago's very own comedian, Nick Mayers, as he hosts his Monthly Benefit Show in support of the Orange Tent Project! Raffle proceeds will directly support our cause, and we'll have a table featuring exclusive merch and plants for sale. Don’t miss out on this fun, meaningful event!
Ramova Community Market
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be at the upcoming Ramova Market selling plants and merch! Stop by, say hi, and support our mission to make a difference in the community.
Every purchase helps us continue our work—hope to see you there!
Winter Walk
We're thrilled to announce our partnership with the Chicago Help Initiative for Chicago's very first Winter Walk to combat homelessness!
Winter Walk is a national movement dedicated to raising awareness and supporting the vital service providers working to end homelessness. This year, Chicago proudly joins Boston and NYC in hosting this transformative community event.
Why join the Chicago Winter Walk?
Amplify the voices of those experiencing homelessness.
Support the organizations creating real change.
Build a community united for a future without homelessness.
To walk with Team OTP, register with the Chicago Help Initiative and join our team today!
Odd Night Out Benefit Concert
Join us for an Odd Night Out at Sleeping Village. Bands performing include Oddysseys Daundry with Superkick headlining! There will be merch, plants and raffle prizes along with food by @SaintDella. Purchase tickets here.
Wulfka Open Studio and Garden Party
Support OTP by purchasing plants at Wulfka’s Open Studio and Garden Party
Ramova Market
All ages are permitted. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian. While we love our furry animal friends! However, as this is an indoor/outdoor event – only service animals will be permitted.
Please enter through the Ramova Theatre entrance under the marquee. Vendors will be set up in our main lobby as well as in our attached beer garden!
Ramova Grill & Taproom open for service at 11AM on Sundays. The main Grill & Taproom entrance is just one door North from the Theatre Entrance on Halsted! Guests can stop by before or after their shopping experience for brunch. Our bar will be open serving coffee, alcohol and NA options throughout the event.
Yoga For a Cause
Join Orange Tent Project with Carmilla Kupritz at lululemon Lincoln Park for a Saturday morning of yoga sculpt, mindfulness, and community healing. Event proceeds will support our unhoused community neighbors as with tents and safe shelter, nutritious food and clean water, and access to supportive long-term care, all vital for positive mental health and long term well being. Additional donation such as blankets scarves hats coats feminine products will be helpful and will automatically enter you into a raffle to win some cool prizes.
Coats and Cocoa
Join us as we celebrate the holiday season with a winter essentials drive for our neighbors experiencing homelessness. In the spirit of giving, families are invited to drop off coats and enjoy cocoa as we spread the warmth this holiday season. All are welcome.
Hot Chocolate
Holiday Movies
Holiday Backdrop
Kids CraftS
Chicago Plant Crawl 2023
The Annual Chicago Plant Crawl Join us for a fun-filled day of exploring a few northside plant shops at the Annual Chicago Plant Crawl! Get ready to hop around to some gems of Chicago's plant scene. On Saturday, December 9, 2023, starting at 11:00 AM, plant enthusiasts from all walks of life will start at Chicago Plants for a day of adventure and discovery! The Crawl will take you to Plant Stand Collective, where you'll also be able to shop and meet the owners of Planthaus. From there you'll make your way to Green Spaces Plant Shop in Albany Park. There will be a pit stop for food & drinks where The Orange Tent Project will be set up and ready for you to help fundraise for the Chicago's homeless community. The Party Bus will make it's way to Rooted Living in Avondale and then end at The Catalina Plant Co. where the boys from Plant Parenhood will also be set up with their amazing cacti selection. Connect with fellow plant enthusiasts, exchange stories, and make new friends who share your love for all things green. This is a chance to build a community of like-minded individuals who can inspire and support each other on their plant journeys. Raffle, trivia, games and prizes! Each shop will have a sale that day exclusive to participants. Each ticket purchased comes with a free tote! Bonus: bring in a warm clothing donation for The Orange Tent Project and get two extra raffle tickets! Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience! Mark your calendars for the Annual Chicago Plant Crawl on December 9th.
One of a Kind Market
The One of a Kind Holiday Show connects over 500 outstanding artists, makers, and designers with thousands of shoppers who love art and handmade work. Entering its 22nd year, the One of a Kind Holiday Show is Chicago's premier holiday shopping destination.
This year, the show will take place from Dec 7-10 at THE MART. Stay tuned for more information, including their artist lineup, show features, exciting giveaways on social media, and more.
Open Books Swap Meet
Join us for a day a swap-centric day of envisioning an alternative economy! Swap your winter supplies (blankets, gloves, pillows, batteries, battery powered lanterns, sleeping bags, coats, and winter boots) for Vintage clothing with The Orange Tent Project, swap your books with Open Books, and swap house plants and clothes with other Chicago residents!
Orange Tent Market
Join us for a fun, family friendly market featuring cool vendors, good tunes, tasty food and fun times!
Best of Chicago Party hosted by Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce
Come visit our booth at the Best of Chicago Party on July 28th!
Friday Night Vintage Market
Vintage, plants, free beer and CBD elixirs, and more!
Join us for the second-ever Friday Night Vintage Sale hosted by Plants Delivered Chicago! We’ll have curated vintage donated by Vintage House and Primaries Vintage with items as low as $2.50 in the grab bag section. A big thanks to Marz Brewing for donating free beer and CBD drinks! All proceeds will benefit The Orange Tent Project to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Welcome Home Basket Drive
Did you receive gifts or other practical items when you moved into your first apartment or bought your first property? Our partner organizations connect hundreds of people to housing each year. While they are often able to secure "big-ticket" items such as beds and couches, there is a need for dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, cleaning supplies, bedding, towels and toiletries, and more.
All in-kind donations must be dropped off at the Plants Delivered Chicago shop:
1711 S Halsted
Chicago, IL 60608
Patagonia Affogato Sundae
Come visit us at Patagonia’s Mag Mile location on June 25th and learn about our work, meet other awesome Chicago organizations, and shop a socially- and environmentally-conscious brand. Make a day of it and wear your new ‘fit to the Orange Tent Country Club!
Orange Tent Country Club
This ain't Emily Gilmore's country club (Gilmore Girls reference).
Friday Night Vintage Market Sale
Join us for the first-ever Friday Night Vintage Sale hosted by Plants Delivered Chicago! We’ll have curated vintage donated by Vintage House and Primaries Vintage with items as low as $2.50 in the grab bag section. A big thanks to Marz Brewing for donating free beer and CBD drinks! All proceeds will benefit The Orange Tent Project to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Welcome Home Basket Drive
Did you receive gifts or other practical items when you moved into your first apartment or bought your first property? Our partner organizations connect hundreds of people to housing each year. While they are often able to secure "big-ticket" items such as beds and couches, there is a need for dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, cleaning supplies, bedding, towels and toiletries, and more.
All in-kind donations must be dropped off at the Plants Delivered Chicago shop:
1711 S Halsted
Chicago, IL 60608
Happy Camper F*ckin Bingo
BINGO! Get wild for The Orange Tent Project on May 28, 2023, at Happy Camper’s F*ckin Bingo on May 28! Bring a friend, grab some apps and drinks, and play the craziest game of bingo you’ve ever played. $10 to participate. Win prizes, laugh your ass off, and support OTP.
Hair Cares
Join The Orange Tent Project and Shower-Up for a hygiene and wellness event on May 21st! We will be providing our neighbors with showers, clean clothes, hot meals, haircuts, legal and housing assistance, and guided breath work.
Melissa's Meal Train
Our friend and neighbor, Melissa, has officially moved into her very own apartment! While she settles in, we'd like to support her with food and groceries so she can focus her energy on the job hunt. Please deliver items to the shop (1711 S Halsted) and we'll make sure she gets them! Sign up here.
Meal Distribution
Come along on our meal distribution route to provide warm, restaurant-quality meals for our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Welcome Home Basket Drive
Did you receive gifts or other practical items when you moved into your first apartment or bought your first property? Our partner organizations connect hundreds of people to housing each year. While they are often able to secure "big-ticket" items such as beds and couches, there is a need for dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, cleaning supplies, bedding, towels and toiletries, and more.
All in-kind donations must be dropped off at the Plants Delivered Chicago shop:
1711 S Halsted
Chicago, IL 60608
Timeout Market Plant Pop-up
Come support The Orange Tent Project and get yourself a plant baby at Timeout Market!
Ponnopozz Plant Pop-up
Come support The Orange Tent Project and get yourself a plant baby at Ponnopozz!
Schubas Garage Sale
Join The Orange Tent Project on April 2nd for the Second Annual Schubas Garage Sale & Vintage Market, featuring local vendors, live DJ sets, food, drink specials, posters, furniture, kitchen equipment, plants, and a golden ticket giveaway.
Welcome Home Basket Drive
Did you receive gifts or other practical items when you moved into your first apartment or bought your first property? Our partner organizations connect hundreds of people to housing each year. While they are often able to secure "big-ticket" items such as beds and couches, there is a need for dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, cleaning supplies, bedding, towels and toiletries, and more.
All in-kind donations must be dropped off at the Plants Delivered Chicago shop:
1711 S Halsted
Chicago, IL 60608
Plant Pop-Up
Come support The Orange Tent Project and get yourself a plant baby at So Happy You’re Here! Featuring live music & fresh juices by Health N Dis Juice.
Welcome Home Basket Drive
Did you receive gifts or other practical items when you moved into your first apartment or bought your first property? Our partner organizations connect hundreds of people to housing each year. While they are often able to secure "big-ticket" items such as beds and couches, there is a need for dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, cleaning supplies, bedding, towels and toiletries, and more.
All in-kind donations must be dropped off at the Plants Delivered Chicago shop:
1711 S Halsted
Chicago, IL 60608